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March 12
Merritt: Special Screening of Documentary entitled Adaawk @6:30pm
March 13
Lunch Hour Trivia @12pm Student Support Session @12pm
In Her Shoes Workshop @6pm
Continuing Studies Course: Occupational First Aid Level 1
March 14
Online Student Support Session @12pm
March 15
Vancouver - World Social Work Day Celebration @12pm
Last day to withdraw from an individual class or change from credit to audit status
March 26
Vancouver - Student Support Session @12pm
March 29
Good Friday - NVIT Closed
March 31
Deadline to apply for Graduation
April 1
Easter Monday - NVIT Closed
April 2
Deadline to apply for Internal Awards
April 4
Vancouver - Career Fair 2024
April 26
Continuing Studies Course: Occupational First Aid Level 1
WHAT HAPPENED ON CAMPUS?
February:AMonthofAdvocacy, Empowerment,andKindness
Februaryprovedtobeamonthofprofoundsignificanceatourcampus, marked by events that resonated with themes of advocacy, empowermen gthelivesofmissing andmurdere ureofinclusivityand t th ves that brought our
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hroughameaningful march Simul p ncouverandMerritt, drawing staff and students alike to show their support The presence of ourcommunitymembersatthesemarchesunderscoredourcommitment to standing with Indigenous families and advocating for justice and awarenesssurroundingthiscriticalissue.
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CONT. February: A Month of Advocacy, Empowerment,andKindness
InMerritt,alongsidetheMMIWMarch,EldersGoodyDayaddedajoyful and celebratory atmosphere to the day's events. Merritt Elders came together to provide a delicious lunch, complete with raffle prizes and goodies for winners. Laughter echoed through the gathering as community members shared stories and enjoyed each other's company, highlightingtheimportanceofcommunityconnectionandcelebrationof leadership.
Throughoutthemonth,ourcampuscontinuedtoofferadiverserangeof workshops designed to enrich the student experience. From traditional beading and drum-making to the art of ribbon skirt making, these workshops provided students with opportunities to connect with Indigenouscultureandheritage.Byengaginginthesehands-onactivities, students not only honed their skills but also deepened their understanding of Indigenous traditions, fostering a sense of pride and connectionwithinthecommunity.
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CONT. February: A Month of Advocacy, Empowerment,andKindness
ebruary 28 marked Pink Shirt Day, a powerful campaign aimed at raising warenessaboutbullyingandpromotingkindnessandinclusion.Onthisday,staff membersacrossourcampuscametogether,donningpinkshirtsasasymboloftheir commitmenttocreatingasafeandsupportiveenvironmentforall.Byparticipating in this campaign, our community reaffirmed its dedication to standing against bullying and championing the importance of empathy and compassion in our interactionswithoneanother.
As the month drew to a close, we celebratedLeapDay anextradayonthe calendar that served as a reminder to extend kindness, empower others, and furtherpromotetruthandreconciliation. This additional day provided an opportunity for reflection and action, inspiring us to redouble our efforts in fostering positive change within our communityandbeyond.
In conclusion, February was a month of significance and action on our campus, characterized by a commitment to advocacy, empowerment, and kindness. Through our participation in marches, workshops, awareness campaigns,andactsofkindness,wedemonstratedourdedicationtocreating amoreinclusiveandsupportiveenvironmentforall.Aswelookahead,letus carry the spirit of February forward, continuing to advocate for justice, empowerothers,andspreadkindnessinallthatwedo.
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WorldSocial WorkDay
In celebration of WSWD 2024 and in honour of the international theme Buen Vivir: Shared Future for Transformative Change, our BSW students and special guests will host a community gathering!
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SUCCESS CENTRE
WelcometoNVIT!TheSuccessCentre(SC)isaculturallyappropriatelearner-centeredenvironment,heretohelpmake NVITanaccessibleandwelcomingspaceforallstudents.WesupportlearnersatourMerrittandBurnabycampusesand our Indigenous communities across Canada. Through this shared responsibility between staff, faculty, Elders, and students, we recognize the challenges and responsibilities students may endure to continue their education. As an Indigenous Post-Secondary, we recognize the importance of inclusivity and having a sense of belonging where all studentshaveequalrightsandopportunities.Thisuniquededicationallowsstudentstoembracetheuniquenessoftheir individuallearningstylesthatcomewithaneducationjourney.
Workshops
BY SUCCESS CENTRE BY SUCCESS CENTRE
MERRITT
February 8
February 15
February 29
March 7
March 14
March 21
March 28
Essay Building - Introductions/Conclusions
Essay Building - Paragraph & Sentence Structure
APA Workshop
PowerPoint & Presentations
Night Against Procrastination
Resume Building
Interview Skills
February 8
February 15
February 29
March 7
March 14
March 21
March 28
Essay Building - Introductions/Conclusions
Essay Building - Paragraph & Sentence Structure
APA Workshop
PowerPoint & Presentations
Night Against Procrastination
Resume Building
Interview Skills
All workshops are scheduled at 12:00 - 12:45 pm. Please note that dates are subject to change. Subscribe to the Success Centre Teams Channel. To join, follow the steps on the next page.
The Success Centre strives to create informed and respectful working relationships with all students using servicesandsupportthatareuniquetoeachindividual’s experience. This holistic approach includes wellness internal and external support and referrals, academic skill development through one of our many workshops, resumeandinterviewskillbuilding,accommodationand accessibility supports and individual or group tutoring, in-personoronline.
We look forward to meeting you in person and hearing moreaboutyoureducationgoalsandcareeraspirations. We wish you the very best in your quest to become a futureleader.
Ifwecanprovideanyassistanceoransweranyquestions, please feel free to utilize our online booking platform at https://bit.ly/NVIT-SSC to schedule an appointment or connectwithanyoftheSuccessCentrestaff.
LisaDeWinter
SuccessCentreManager ldewinter@nvit.caor250-378-3312
DeseraeGogel
SuccessCentrePlannerforMerritt dgogel@nvitcaor250-378-3324
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SuccessCentrePlannerforVancouver esall@nvitcaor604-602-3437
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HOW TO JOIN THE WORKSHOPS
TheworkshopsarealsoaccessibleviaMSTeams.UseyourNVITaccounttobepartofthe WORKSHOPSBYSUCCESSCENTREteam.Followtheseinstructionstojoin!
Log into your MS Teams account using your NVIT email. On the Left Side, click on Teams
On the upper righthand, click “Join or create team”. Under “Join a team with a code”, Enter code: rmomkl5
When you have joined the team, go to the “Workshop Dates” channel and click on the 3 dots beside it.
To get notified on upcoming workshops, hover your mouse to “Channel Notifications” and select “All activity”
Stay tuned on the Success Centre’s announcements and make the most out of your NVIT Experience! Y SUCCESS CENTRE Y SUCCESS CENTRE Workshops
InresponsetoBC’sBill41–2019:DeclarationontheRightsofIndigenousPeoplesActandtheeducation-focusedDirect Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) and Direct Articles of the United Nations Declaration for the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), NVIT invites School District 58 and eligible BC Indigenous Grade 12 graduates to join us on either the Merritt or Burnaby campuses for an educational experience immersed in Indigenouswaysofknowingandsupportedbyabursaryequivalenttotuitionfor30creditsoffull-timestudies
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