Azhiitaawin

Azhiitaawin is a community-based post-secondary education opportunity.

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• December 2013: This pilot program allows students to earn 24 university credits while remaining in their home community for their first year of studies. The curriculum includes core courses focused on Indigenous knowledge as well as modules on financial literacy, leadership, and life skills. The program is a partnership between Kenjgewin Teg, the University of Sudbury, Nipissing University, and Algoma University. Students who complete the program can continue their studies at a partner institution without a new application.
• February 2014: Also known as the Transitions program, it allows participants to earn 24 university credits while studying leadership and life skills. The program includes the Passport to Anishinaabe Odziiwin, which focuses on Anishinaabe language, traditions, and culture. As of February 2014, the program was recruiting for full and part-time studies.