Nuxalk College Community Dinner 

WHEN: Friday November 22, 2024

TIME: 5:00PM

WHERE: Acwsalcta School Gymnasium

WHAT: Chicken chow Mein, fried rice, vegetable chop suey, BBq pork, egg Roll.

Dessert: Mandarin and Lychee Jell o cups

Beverages, coffee, tea

WHY: Nuxalk College is going through another assessment year to be accredited for another 5 years.

HOW: Bus rides available, from Qw’asmals (4:30PM, 4:45PM, 5:00PM, 5:15PM) to the Acwsalcta Gymnasium.

Bus rides from Acwsalcta Gymnasium (6:30PM, 6:45PM, 7:00PM, 7:15PM) to Qw’asmals.

SEATS AVAILABLE for the following NVIT courses at Nuxalk College:

FNSC-106, Exploring the Natural Sciences, Dec 2 – Dec 7, Dec 9 -13 online, Instructor - Tamar Richards.

Course Details

This course reviews concepts used in the study of the natural sciences with an emphasis on biology. Students will explore astronomy, cell biology, genetics, evolution, biological diversity, geology and ecology. Indigenous and contemporary scientific ways of knowing about the natural world will be compared and contrasted. Students will be given an opportunity to explore a specific example of traditional indigenous knowledge about nature through a final project. The course includes a laboratory component that provides theoretical knowledge and practical experiences in gathering, organizing and analyzing different aspects of natural science.

FNST-203, First Nations of the Americas, Jan 6 – 11, Jan 13 – 17 online, Instructor - TBA

Course Details

This course will consist of an historical examination of specific First Nations peoples of Southern, Central, and North America (excluding Canada). The traditional cultural, social, economic, political and spiritual strengths of these groups will be explored in the context of the pre-contact and post-contact eras. Students will learn of the fascinating diversity that exists in Indigenous cultures throughout the Americas and the effects of non-Indigenous colonial contact on them.

PSYC 121, Intro to Psychology II, Feb 3 – 8 , Feb 10 -14 online, Instructor - TBA

Course Details

Psychology 121 provides an introduction to psychology in general and focuses on areas of special interest within the field of psychology. The course will provide students with a basic understanding of psychology as well as allowing them to develop a questioning approach to psychology as it is experienced in daily life. This inquisitive approach will be of benefit to students in any further studies they may undertake.

FNWS 206, First Nations Women’s Artistic Traditions, Mar 3 – 8, Mar 10 - 14 online, Instructor - Angela Merasty

Course Details

This course, by way of participatory methods and experiential methods, will survey the artistic expressions of First Nations women which allows for a new approach to understanding First Nations cultures. Further, this course will examine both the spiritual and political themes inherent in First Nations women's cultural expression. This course is predicated on the notion that creativity resides in all of us, thus, artistic ability (as generally defined) is not a prerequisite.

FNWS 208, Women’s Activism, Apr 7 – 12, Apr 14 – 18 online, Instructor - Angela Merasty

Course Details

This course is a cross-cultural study, from a multidisciplinary perspective regarding the history and philosophy of the women's activism on a global scale. It offers an introduction to the lives and achievements of women in a range of cultural milieu whose theorizing and activism has changed the position of women in those societies and thus our own. It will cover a wide range of issues related to the lives of the women and cultures featured. The course will cover the conditions and circumstances affecting the lives of women in various historical and social contexts. It will include discussion of issues such as female bonding, leadership, and women's goals and strategies to achieving them within local, national, and global contexts. Students are recommended to take FNWS 100 prior to enrolling in this course.

SOCI 262, Culture and Identity, May 5 – 10, May 12 - 16 online, Instructor - TBA

Course Details

This course is an introduction to the Aboriginal people's philosophies, belief systems, spiritual and cultural traditions of Aboriginal peoples within Canada. Assimilation policies and practices that have impacted Aboriginal people's identities will be examined.

ENGL 222, Survey of Indigenous Literature From Canada, June 2-7, June 9-14 online, Noah Chenoweth

Course Details

This course will survey indigenous literature and oral traditions of First Nations writers and orators in Canada.

SOCW 200a, Intro to Social Work Practice, July 7 – 12, July 14 – July 18 Online, Instructor - Marcia Mejia-Blanco

Course Details

This course will introduce students to the knowledge, skills and values that provide a basis for generalist social work practice, from a dual perspective: First Nations and non-First Nations. The course will examine the various levels and settings of social work practice, including individual, family and community systems, and informal helping with particular emphasis on practice in rural communities. The course will assist students to evaluate their interests and capacities for entering the profession of social work.

SOCW 200b, Intro to Social Welfare in Canada, Aug 11-16, Aug 18-22 Online, Instructor - Marcia Mejia-Blanco

Course Details

An introduction to and analysis of major social policies and programs in Canada. Emphasis will be given to policies in income security, corrections, health, family and children, and housing and will include an examination of the role of the social worker in formulating policy.