Academic Vibes
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CFNU The Stream presents Academic Vibes! A vibey conversation with your FNUniv professors!
Host-Producer Amanda Leader talks with professors at the First Nations University about their community, their academic journey, their research and their teaching, and more.
We will be diving into the classes they teach, their own backgrounds, and advice for students! You do not want to miss this great opportunity to find out more about what the First Nations University of Canada has to offer you!
LATEST EPISODes
Amanda Leader sits down with the First Nations University’s Indigenous Social Work Lecturer, Alison Elsner for an in-depth one-on-one conversation.
From a previous podcast called Meet the Teacher with host Ryea Daniels
Late Gilbert Kewistep – Indigenous Social work Professor
Discusses his education journey, the classes he taught and advice for students.
In this episode of Academic Vibes, Amanda Leader interviews Leah Missens, an Indigenous Education professor from the First Nations University of Canada. We sat down to talk about her journey, FNUniv’s culture camps, language, and more! Don’t miss this inspiring conversation.
In this episode, Amanda Leader sits down with distinguished professor Dr. Blair Stonechild from First Nations University of Canada.
They discuss the challenges Indigenous institutions face in securing federal funding, the struggle for recognition in academia, and the importance of Indigenous knowledge in shaping the future. Amanda explores his groundbreaking trilogy of books, which delve into Indigenous spirituality, history, and the impact of colonization. From his research on reincarnation to the deeper philosophy of Indigenous teachings, he shares insights on the significance of Wâhkôhtowin, ancestral wisdom, and the role of Indigenous knowledge in addressing global challenges. We also touch on historic moments at FNUniv, including royal visits, and look ahead to the university’s 50th anniversary and its evolving role in Indigenous education and advocacy.
Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on history, resilience, and the future of Indigenous scholarship.
This episode of Academic Vibes features Audrey Dreaver, Program Coordinator & Assistant Professor of Indigenous Fine Arts.
Amanda sits down with Jeremy Desjarlais, a Vanier scholar and Ph.D. candidate, is a Lecturer in Indigenous Literatures in English at the Regina Campus. His current dissertation combines Canadian and Indigenous strains of the long poem, focussing on the genre’s representations of the home. Jeremy is a registered member of Cowessess First Nation, Treaty 4 Territory, Saskatchewan.
Introducing Academic Vibes! Your host Amanda Leader sits down with Dr. Norma Dunning for an in-depth one-on-one conversation.
Airs every Thursday @ 9am, 1pm, 6pm, & 10pm and Weekends @ 4pm!
About The Host
Hą́ midáguyabi, Amanda Leader emą́giyabi. Céǧa k’ína edá namákoda.
Hello my relations, they call me Amanda Leader. I am Nakoda from Carry the Kettle. My studies are majoring in Psychology and minoring in Indigenous Fine Art at FNUniv. I got involved with the CFNU radio by giving updates about the FNUnivSA-Regina as a council member and never left. The safe space created for students in the INCA and IFA departments has been life changing for me, and I highly encourage students to get involved!