Verna Ross

Tansi, my name is Verna Ross. I am a proud member of Pimicikamak Cree Nation (Cross Lake). Currently, I am a third-year student at the University College of the North here in Thompson, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts with the intent to enter the field of Education. As a mother to three boys aged 13, 6, and 4. I am deeply motivated to succeed in my studies to build a bright future for my family.

My path toward education is inspired by my heritage and the strong foundations laid by my family. I spent much of my childhood in my grandparents’ home, and my most cherished memories are from my Kokom’s kitchen. Watching her make bread and bannock taught me the importance of family and love. Today, I am the baker for my own family, and I carry those traditions with me as a sister, auntie, and friend. My goal is to use my education to serve my community and, one day, pass these values and skills down to my own grandchildren. Ekosani