The Indigenous Student Resource Centre (ISRC) offers a variety of programming for Indigenous students (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis).

Tent Gatherings
Tent Gatherings are an Indigenous way to gather Memorial as a community and welcome all new students during Welcome Week. Several large tents are set up outside Juniper House. Everyone is welcome to drop by to meet Elders, share stories and food, and participate in cultural activities. The Tent Gatherings are hosted in partnership with the First Light Friendship Centre and Student Life at the start of the fall and winter semesters on the St. John’s Campus.

Indigenous Initiatives (e.g., Orange Shirt Day and Red Dress Campaign)
The ISRC, in partnership with on-and off-campus organizations, will participate in campaigns and days significant to Indigenous Peoples. These initiatives are a way to gather to recognize, celebrate, and honour our achievements, movements, cultures, histories and resilience.

National Indigenous Peoples’ Day
June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day–a time to come together in celebration, honour, and respect for the diverse Indigenous Peoples in this country. Join the ISRC and the Memorial community for celebrations.

Craft Sessions
Whenever possible the ISRC offers students craft sessions such as beading and sewing with sealskin. These sessions are a chance for students to both learn and teach. If you would like to share your knowledge, the ISRC can provide an honorarium to Indigenous students who wish to run craft sessions. Please contact the ISRC if you would like to lead sessions or have a crafting suggestion by emailing ISRC@mun.ca.

Medicines’ Garden
The ISRC has a garden plot at the campus community garden. We grow food and medicines throughout the summer. Contact ISRC@mun.ca to get involved

Mid-week Munchies
Drop by the Indigenous Student House for Mid-week Munchies every Wednesday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Take a break, have a snack and enjoy a conversation with friends and the ISRC staff.

Beginning and End of Semester Celebrations
The ISRC welcomes Indigenous students and their families at the beginning of each semester to join us in a range of orientation sessions as well as an open house and Tent Gathering. End of semester celebrations include gatherings where students can take part in crafts and enjoy music, food, and quality time with friends. Information about Orientation, Welcome Week, and end of semester activities are available on the ISRC website calendar, the ISRC Facebook page, or by contacting ISRC@mun.ca.