Posts by UCN
Article 5: The Spirit
By Colin Patridge There once was a man who lived a long time ago. He lived in North America in a time before cities and advanced technology. His name was Moon Beam, and he was suffering through the agony of losing his wife. His wife’s name was Singing Bird, and she had fallen ill with…
Read MoreArticle 4: What a Family Outing Looks Like in my Hometown
By Chadwin Scatch It was a foggy and chilly morning; the leaves were nicely green and the air was ripe for breathing. Summer had just started and it was hard not to be outside with a cold beer. Today was the day the family and I would go for a camping trip to the nearby…
Read MoreArticle 3: Nimosom, Nohkom
By Taylor Flett My grandfather lives inThe roots of the birch wood treesAnd within the stones that offers his wisdomOf this land.He is the heaven and earthWho provides us.He is the blood running throughOur people. My grandmother lives inThe air that carries her loveAnd within the lakes, rivers and streamsOf this land.She is the heaven…
Read MoreArticle 2: My Most Memorable Day
By Peter Harris To decide on the most memorable day in a person’s life is no easy task. The moments that define who we are resonate through our memories. Some memories are good: like finding true love or possibly achieving long sought after goals, while other memories can be far less pleasant: the death of…
Read MoreArticle 1: Interview with Elder Jack Robinson
Ever since I was a little girl, I have always been fond of the sky and all its wonders. Although sunny days are beautiful, I admire the night sky the most. I love gazing at the stars, the moon and even the lightning if occurring; but my favorite nights are the crispy-cool nights with Northern…
Read MoreWords from the Editors
There are many creative and artistic events on the campuses and regional centres of the University College of the North for faculty and students: drum making, hoop dancing, moccasin making, stone carving, and many others. Unfortunately, there is not enough space for our students to showcase their artistic and creative talents. The online student journal…
Read MoreUniversity College of the North Announces New Governing Council Board Chair
(The Pas/Thompson, MB) – University College of the North (UCN) today announced Becky Cianflone, previously a member of the Governing Council since 2018, has been appointed as the new Chair of the Board. Effective immediately, Cianflone succeeds Cam Mateika, who recently retired after serving as Chair for the past 3 years. “I’m excited to continue…
Read MoreUCN Keeps Vaccine and Masking Requirements in Place Until End of Current Term.
(The Pas/Thompson, MB) – University College of the North will continue vaccine and masking requirements for students, employees and visitors until the end of the Winter Term on Friday, April 22, 2022. UCN moved many courses online in response to the pandemic. The decision to keep current vaccine and mask requirements in place will avoid…
Read MoreUCN Diploma in Practical Nursing Program One of the First to Receive National Accreditation
(Flin Flon/Swan River, MB) – Practical Nurse – Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing(CASN) Accreditation Bureau (PN‐CAB) granted the University College of the North (UCN)Diploma in Practical Nursing program accreditation. “CASN accreditation for our Practical Nursing program is fantastic news for UCN and the north,”said Vicki Zeran, UCN Dean of Health. “Although CASN has been…
Read MoreUCN Partners with Riipen to Make Work-Integrated Learning More Accessible for Manitoba Students
(The Pas/Thompson, MB) ‐ University College of the North (UCN) has partnered with Riipen, the world’slargest online work‐integrated learning (WIL) marketplace. This partnership will bring accessible WILexperiences into the curriculum for Manitoba students. UCN was selected as one of 30 post‐secondaryinstitutions to receive funding from RBC Future Launch. “Riipen has enhanced accessibility by creating opportunities…
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