Indigenous Learning Space

A welcoming gathering place where the campus community can learn through Indigenous pedagogies and ways of knowing across First Nations, Métis, and Inuit cultures. The space supports activities such as visits with Elders, guest speakers, sharing circles, traditional teachings, art-making, and meetings for Indigenous students, researchers and staff. The Library may also host workshops and knowledge-sharing events. Smudging is permitted in the space. The room accommodates up to 19 people with the door closed, or up to 50 people using the surrounding area. Bookings are mediated and confirmed by library staff.

Service Offerings

• Visits with Elders

• Guest academic talks

• Beading and other art-making activities

• Sharing circles and traditional teachings

• Meetings for Indigenous student groups

• Meetings for Indigenous researchers and campus staff

• Writer and artist talks

• Smudging ceremonies

• Workshops and knowledge sharing hosted by the library

How to Access

1. Submit a room booking request.
2. Wait for confirmation from library staff, who will review and approve the request.
3. Attend your booking at the scheduled time at Sperber Health Sciences Library.

Hours of Operation

Cost

No charge for service

Audience: Undergraduate students, Graduate students, Instructors, Researchers, Employees

Home Campus: North Campus

Delivery format: In-Person: North Campus

Access: Scheduled Events

Service Provider: U of A Library

Language: English