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FNMI First Year Student Meet and Greet Events
Vision Boards & Junk Journals
Date: August 20
Time: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Institute of Indigenous Learning, A1046
Set your intentions for your academic year and get crafty! Create a vision board or a junk journal—or combine both! Use collage, photos, mementos, stickers, and writing to reflect on your goals, dreams, or daily life. - All supplies provided: blank books, scissors, glue, papers & more - Bring your own scraps, photos, tickets, candy wrappers—anything meaningful to you! - Make it personal, make it yours No experience needed · Drop in & create!
Drop-in format. Registration not required.
Summer College Program
Lighten your course load, build connections, and get comfortable on campus before September. The Summer College program is designed to help you transition into college with confidence while earning credit toward your academic program.
Overview:
Length: 6 weeks
Start Date: July 6, 2026
End Date: 13 August, 2026
Registration is now open!
Register for the program
Registration closes June 19, 2026.
Format:
Week 1: In person (London Campus)
In-Person Schedule: Monday to Wednesday
Weeks 2 - 6: Hybrid (online learning with scheduled support)
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Course Information
As part of Summer College, you will participate in a condensed course that once successful, will provide you with a course credit toward your degree or diploma.
Course: WRIT 1091 - Reason & Writing - Indigenous Themes (Writing Course)
This course will help you build strong academic skills before the fall semester begins.
You will develop:
- Writing and essay skills
- Research and critical thinking abilities
- Confidence communicating in a college setting
- This course will count toward your program requirements.
On Campus Accommodations
Residence accommodations are available for students attending the in-person portions of the program.
Check-in: Sunday
Check-out: Wednesday
Additional Programming
A cultural camp experience is included to provide students with the opportunity to connect with land and community, participate in cultural teachings and activities, and build relationships with peers and mentors (date to be confirmed).
Why Join Summer College?
- A lighter course load in your first semester
- By the time September arrives, you will:
- Know your way around campus
- Feel connected to staff and other students
- Understand how to navigate college systems and expectations
- Start your program with a strong academic foundation to guide you toward success