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Indigenous Student Centre

The Indigenous Student Centre (ISC) houses many services and programs for Indigenous students, but most importantly, it is a space for students to come together and find community. The ISC engages a community of people from a variety of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis cultures, backgrounds and world views. We strive to foster a diverse and supportive community where students can gather and learn together.

The ISC is located in the Federal Building at 620 Gordon Street. Come visit us!

Email:
indigenous.student@uoguelph.ca
Phone: 519-824-4120 Ext. 58074
Mailing Address:
Indigenous Student Centre
Student Experience, UC Level 3
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON, N1G 2W1

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Supports for First Nations, Inuit and Métis Students

Advising and Counselling supports for Indigenous students on campus range from Counselling to advising to visiting with Elders and Knowledge Keepers. You can ask questions, talk things through, seek advice, or simply share with someone who will respect your experiences.

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Programming

Throughout the academic year, the ISC hosts a range of programs for Indigenous students, and many events that are open to the campus community, including: 

  • Socials
  • Learning Circles and Workshops
  • Visiting Elders and Knowledge Holders
  • Indigenous Recognition Week
  • Crafting, and more!
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Indigenous Student Society

The Indigenous Student Society (ISS) is the undergraduate student club with the Central Student Association (CSA). The ISS builds community and supports First Nations, Inuit and Métis students by organizing social and awareness raising events and can voice the concerns of Indigenous students on campus. All Indigenous students are encouraged to connect with the ISS.

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Smudging on Campus

Although the U of G is a smoke-and tobacco-free campus, there are provisions for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis cultural practices. 
First Nations, Inuit and Métis students looking for a place to smudge? The Indigenous Student Centre has medicines available for your use. Contact the ISC  for more information at indigenous.student@uoguelph.ca

For more information about smudging elsewhere on campus, please refer to the Smudging Procedure