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Future Nation Builders We develop business professionals to build nations. Over the course of their degree, our B.Comm. graduates become Nation Builders. We spoke to some of our student leaders to gain insight on what they have taken from their time at Edwards and what they believe has made them a nation builder.

BRIT TNEY HOLWECK

Dante Carter Hometown: Saskatoon, SK A member of Onion Lake Cree Nation in Treaty 6 Territory. Graduation Year: 2023 Major: Marketing Student Club Position: Spokesperson and Headperson, Indigenous Business Student Society (IBSS) For the students of Edwards, the IBSS… provides numerous supports for Indigenous students, either directly through one of our events, or indirectly by connecting Indigenous students with the proper resources and people to help them be successful and comfortable in their studies. We work to amplify the Indigenous voice within Edwards and to provide educational opportunities to non-Indigenous people to further Truth and Reconciliation and decolonization. Being a Nation Builder means... building a world where all people can see themselves represented in all areas and sectors. Working to lift and empower those around you while creating a system that allows for equitable opportunities to succeed.

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