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2 3“ We don’t just prepare students for the future. We prepare them to change it.”Our student services department, in collaboration with our people and culture teams, are providing continuous access to counselling and wellness services in over a hundred languages. We also facilitate in-person counselling sessions at both the Brampton and Sault Ste. Marie campuses. This fall, our wellness team introduced group sessions, allowing students to express themselves in safe, moderated spaces. In partnership with AUSU and other stakeholders, we are committed to reaching out to students regularly to remind them where to turn for help.In addition to supporting students’ wellness and wellbeing, Algoma University is committed to continuous improvement in programs and operations.In the nal months of 2023, we’ll move into the nal phases of building our new Student Information System, Colleague. This new platform will give students and faculty more self-serve tools, more access to information, and a more user-friendly and service-oriented way to get what they need from the Registrar’s Oce and other departments.The University is making a signicant investment in academic-driven initiatives through the Academic Strategic Initiative Fund. Faculties have been provided with guidelines for accessing over $5.1 million to support capital and strategic planning investments, or work promoting the Special Mission and Calls to Action. Several proposals are underway and we look forward to seeing the outcome of these investments over time.The University is continuing to invest in a record number of full-time tenure track positions and is supporting strong hiring processes to ensure high quality candidates are secured as we continue to support our faculties to onboard the tremendous talent we are recruiting in 2023. We are among just six Canadian universities awarded new funding through the prestigious $1.6 million 2024 Canadian Queen Elizabeth II Scholarship program (QES) which will support 133 students and faculty from across the country to travel globally with the aim of developing the next generation of innovative leaders and community builders. Algoma University’s winning project, titled “Building global leaders: Community-based experiences to advance decolonization and cross-cultural education,” will oer students (guided by faculty and academic departments) with work-integrated learning opportunities related to health, education, and social and economic development. Many faculty members have taken students on global experiences as a result of earlier funding and we look forward to continuing to support this important work across the University.We have now launched our largest-ever domestic recruitment marketing campaign, appealing to future students in Northern Ontario and the Peel region. This sophisticated campaign will put Algoma university advertisements on connected television services, podcasts, social media, digital and physical posters inside high schools, on the side of buses, and on screens inside convenience stores, movie theatres and malls. It includes vehicles wrapped in Algoma’s brand swarming events like the Ontario Universities Fair, and digital ads At Algoma University, we are holding tight to things that make us special: small, intimate classes; rich cross-cultural experiences; and purpose-driven impact. As we move toward our newest vision — leading meaningful change for generations to come — let us come together collectively in the next three years to implement the new strategic plan and set the course for this next stage of Algoma University’s evolution. With that in mind, this fall Algoma University’s administration has had two major focuses. First, ensuring we are delivering strong and compassionate wraparound services to all students. And, second, continuous improvement in our programs and operations, so we can serve students and employees even better. Our Algoma community has felt the repercussions of escalating global conflict and uncertainty. The diplomatic tensions between Canada and India have left many students, especially those from India or of Indian descent, feeling uneasy or even fearful. And the war between Israel and Hamas has caused immense heartache and unfathomable loss. There is much happening in our world and at home and I thank you for your love, kindness and understanding as we support each other as a community. I reflect on the seven grandfather teachings and how they serve to guide us in times of challenge and uncertainty and today I think of the many examples I have witnessed this fall of people demonstrating acts of bravery, wisdom and love. Algoma U is a special place. While we see growing demand at the food pantry, we’re condent in the responsible leadership and compassionate approach taken by the Algoma University Students’ Union (AUSU). That’s why, in celebration of Giving Tuesday, Nov. 28, Algoma University is making a $50,000 donation to AUSU. That will support the expansion of the Sault Ste. Marie food pantry operated by AUSU; and will support the creation of a new food pantry in Brampton, created in partnership between AUSU and Algoma University.We are committed to safe and aordable housing for students through residence-building projects. I have previously reported to the Board of Governors on the ongoing progress of the Brampton residence project, highlighting that the chosen proponent is in the midst of a redesign to incorporate some additional requirements. We have been preparing to submit a detailed report and seek approval from the Board to establish a new residence with a capacity of roughly 500 beds, all while maintaining an aordable price point for our students. Our timeline projects that construction will begin in fall 2024, and the University’s administration continues to proactively search for additional housing solutions, aiming to present our students with a spectrum of options.In Sault Ste. Marie, we are anticipating proposals to expand our student housing capacity, adding a minimum of 100 new beds on the Sault campus.THE PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE There is no doubt students will still encounter nancial emergencies. That’s why Algoma University continues to administer an Emergency Relief Fund for students, which provides $500 to students in crisis that need help to cover expenses like rent.
2 3“ We don’t just prepare students for the future. We prepare them to change it.”Our student services department, in collaboration with our people and culture teams, are providing continuous access to counselling and wellness services in over a hundred languages. We also facilitate in-person counselling sessions at both the Brampton and Sault Ste. Marie campuses. This fall, our wellness team introduced group sessions, allowing students to express themselves in safe, moderated spaces. In partnership with AUSU and other stakeholders, we are committed to reaching out to students regularly to remind them where to turn for help.In addition to supporting students’ wellness and wellbeing, Algoma University is committed to continuous improvement in programs and operations.In the nal months of 2023, we’ll move into the nal phases of building our new Student Information System, Colleague. This new platform will give students and faculty more self-serve tools, more access to information, and a more user-friendly and service-oriented way to get what they need from the Registrar’s Oce and other departments.The University is making a signicant investment in academic-driven initiatives through the Academic Strategic Initiative Fund. Faculties have been provided with guidelines for accessing over $5.1 million to support capital and strategic planning investments, or work promoting the Special Mission and Calls to Action. Several proposals are underway and we look forward to seeing the outcome of these investments over time.The University is continuing to invest in a record number of full-time tenure track positions and is supporting strong hiring processes to ensure high quality candidates are secured as we continue to support our faculties to onboard the tremendous talent we are recruiting in 2023. We are among just six Canadian universities awarded new funding through the prestigious $1.6 million 2024 Canadian Queen Elizabeth II Scholarship program (QES) which will support 133 students and faculty from across the country to travel globally with the aim of developing the next generation of innovative leaders and community builders. Algoma University’s winning project, titled “Building global leaders: Community-based experiences to advance decolonization and cross-cultural education,” will oer students (guided by faculty and academic departments) with work-integrated learning opportunities related to health, education, and social and economic development. Many faculty members have taken students on global experiences as a result of earlier funding and we look forward to continuing to support this important work across the University.We have now launched our largest-ever domestic recruitment marketing campaign, appealing to future students in Northern Ontario and the Peel region. This sophisticated campaign will put Algoma university advertisements on connected television services, podcasts, social media, digital and physical posters inside high schools, on the side of buses, and on screens inside convenience stores, movie theatres and malls. It includes vehicles wrapped in Algoma’s brand swarming events like the Ontario Universities Fair, and digital ads At Algoma University, we are holding tight to things that make us special: small, intimate classes; rich cross-cultural experiences; and purpose-driven impact. As we move toward our newest vision — leading meaningful change for generations to come — let us come together collectively in the next three years to implement the new strategic plan and set the course for this next stage of Algoma University’s evolution. With that in mind, this fall Algoma University’s administration has had two major focuses. First, ensuring we are delivering strong and compassionate wraparound services to all students. And, second, continuous improvement in our programs and operations, so we can serve students and employees even better. Our Algoma community has felt the repercussions of escalating global conflict and uncertainty. The diplomatic tensions between Canada and India have left many students, especially those from India or of Indian descent, feeling uneasy or even fearful. And the war between Israel and Hamas has caused immense heartache and unfathomable loss. There is much happening in our world and at home and I thank you for your love, kindness and understanding as we support each other as a community. I reflect on the seven grandfather teachings and how they serve to guide us in times of challenge and uncertainty and today I think of the many examples I have witnessed this fall of people demonstrating acts of bravery, wisdom and love. Algoma U is a special place. While we see growing demand at the food pantry, we’re condent in the responsible leadership and compassionate approach taken by the Algoma University Students’ Union (AUSU). That’s why, in celebration of Giving Tuesday, Nov. 28, Algoma University is making a $50,000 donation to AUSU. That will support the expansion of the Sault Ste. Marie food pantry operated by AUSU; and will support the creation of a new food pantry in Brampton, created in partnership between AUSU and Algoma University.We are committed to safe and aordable housing for students through residence-building projects. I have previously reported to the Board of Governors on the ongoing progress of the Brampton residence project, highlighting that the chosen proponent is in the midst of a redesign to incorporate some additional requirements. We have been preparing to submit a detailed report and seek approval from the Board to establish a new residence with a capacity of roughly 500 beds, all while maintaining an aordable price point for our students. Our timeline projects that construction will begin in fall 2024, and the University’s administration continues to proactively search for additional housing solutions, aiming to present our students with a spectrum of options.In Sault Ste. Marie, we are anticipating proposals to expand our student housing capacity, adding a minimum of 100 new beds on the Sault campus.THE PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE There is no doubt students will still encounter nancial emergencies. That’s why Algoma University continues to administer an Emergency Relief Fund for students, which provides $500 to students in crisis that need help to cover expenses like rent.
4 5that will invite local students to our open house events. Our marketing and communications team will use sophisticated data and tracking systems to keep re-engaging the most interested potential students, and to provide detailed reports on how and where this campaign was the most successful. I look forward to being able to report that information to the Board of Governors in the months ahead. In October, Algoma University made our debut in the Maclean’s University Rankings — an important milestone. While we take great pride in this substantial achievement, it also makes us hungry to climb the rankings. We are particularly honoured that Maclean’s has recognized Algoma University as the nation’s second-best public university in terms of scholarships and bursaries. Algoma University changes lives by providing access to university education. Many of our students will be the rst in their families to attend university, and we know they won’t be the last.In October, we also had a chance to connect with potential future Thunderbirds at the Ontario Universities Fair (OUF) in Toronto. The Council of Ontario Universities reported an attendance of 86,318 this year, marking a 10 per cent increase from the previous year. Algoma University’s booth was a stand-out, drawing in crowds with its impressive digital screen and a substantial team of well-informed and accessible faculty members, recruiters, academic advisors, and other sta members. As we improve our supports, services and programs, we’re also growing in our ability to proudly tell our Algoma University story.On Nov. 15, the Government of Ontario’s Ministry of Colleges and Universities released the nal report and recommendations of the independent Blue Ribbon Panel. I’m pleased to report that Algoma University is mentioned as a successful example of a university that Indigenous Institutions can look to for best practices as they scale. And, although not named, Algoma University is further described as an example of a public university supporting enrolment growth by supporting students, both domestic and international. The report also referenced our recruitment targets and future plans for a student residence. The report from the Blue Ribbon panel will hopefully act as a blueprint for the provincial government in moving forward with adequate funding in post-secondary. We continue to work hard on government advocacy and relations. In addition, our leadership team has been watching closely any development in the Recognized Institutions framework, and executing a robust government relations strategy to ensure our position is well-represented in Ottawa. Our senior sta team has modeled various risk scenarios associated with political and diplomatic developments surrounding the Recognized Institutions Framework and feel condent that we remain in a strong and stable position.I’d like to close by acknowledging two achievements. In October, we celebrated our rst-ever fall convocation ceremony in Brampton. I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who played a role in making this event both successful and impactful, and congratulate our newest alumni.The Shingwauk Residential Schools Centre (SRSC) at Algoma University has been honoured with the prestigious 2023 Ontario Museum Association (OMA) Award of Excellence in Exhibitions for the world-famous exhibit, Reclaiming Shingwauk Hall. This is the rst major, permanent Residential School Survivor-driven exhibition in a former Residential School building. Reclaiming Shingwauk Hall presents the history of the Shingwauk Indian Industrial Residential Schools within the context of colonialism, truth telling and healing. It’s a space built and curated by the Children of Shingwauk Alumni Association, Residential School Survivors and First Nations. Reclaiming Shingwauk Hall stands as a paradigm of Indigenous-led, decolonized historical practice, and Algoma University is honoured to facilitate and support this signicant initiative.Our vision — Leading Meaningful Change For Generations to Come — means Algoma University develops future leaders. We educate and prepare them for brilliant careers. But we don’t just prepare students for the future. We prepare them to change it. The impact Algoma U is already having on Brampton, Sault Ste. Marie, Timmins and many other communities — and the impact our graduates will go on to have on the world — is what continues to drive me, and so many others in our Algoma family.Thank you, merci and chi-miigwetch for all you do for Algoma University. Asima Vezina President and Vice-Chancellor Algoma University
4 5that will invite local students to our open house events. Our marketing and communications team will use sophisticated data and tracking systems to keep re-engaging the most interested potential students, and to provide detailed reports on how and where this campaign was the most successful. I look forward to being able to report that information to the Board of Governors in the months ahead. In October, Algoma University made our debut in the Maclean’s University Rankings — an important milestone. While we take great pride in this substantial achievement, it also makes us hungry to climb the rankings. We are particularly honoured that Maclean’s has recognized Algoma University as the nation’s second-best public university in terms of scholarships and bursaries. Algoma University changes lives by providing access to university education. Many of our students will be the rst in their families to attend university, and we know they won’t be the last.In October, we also had a chance to connect with potential future Thunderbirds at the Ontario Universities Fair (OUF) in Toronto. The Council of Ontario Universities reported an attendance of 86,318 this year, marking a 10 per cent increase from the previous year. Algoma University’s booth was a stand-out, drawing in crowds with its impressive digital screen and a substantial team of well-informed and accessible faculty members, recruiters, academic advisors, and other sta members. As we improve our supports, services and programs, we’re also growing in our ability to proudly tell our Algoma University story.On Nov. 15, the Government of Ontario’s Ministry of Colleges and Universities released the nal report and recommendations of the independent Blue Ribbon Panel. I’m pleased to report that Algoma University is mentioned as a successful example of a university that Indigenous Institutions can look to for best practices as they scale. And, although not named, Algoma University is further described as an example of a public university supporting enrolment growth by supporting students, both domestic and international. The report also referenced our recruitment targets and future plans for a student residence. The report from the Blue Ribbon panel will hopefully act as a blueprint for the provincial government in moving forward with adequate funding in post-secondary. We continue to work hard on government advocacy and relations. In addition, our leadership team has been watching closely any development in the Recognized Institutions framework, and executing a robust government relations strategy to ensure our position is well-represented in Ottawa. Our senior sta team has modeled various risk scenarios associated with political and diplomatic developments surrounding the Recognized Institutions Framework and feel condent that we remain in a strong and stable position.I’d like to close by acknowledging two achievements. In October, we celebrated our rst-ever fall convocation ceremony in Brampton. I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who played a role in making this event both successful and impactful, and congratulate our newest alumni.The Shingwauk Residential Schools Centre (SRSC) at Algoma University has been honoured with the prestigious 2023 Ontario Museum Association (OMA) Award of Excellence in Exhibitions for the world-famous exhibit, Reclaiming Shingwauk Hall. This is the rst major, permanent Residential School Survivor-driven exhibition in a former Residential School building. Reclaiming Shingwauk Hall presents the history of the Shingwauk Indian Industrial Residential Schools within the context of colonialism, truth telling and healing. It’s a space built and curated by the Children of Shingwauk Alumni Association, Residential School Survivors and First Nations. Reclaiming Shingwauk Hall stands as a paradigm of Indigenous-led, decolonized historical practice, and Algoma University is honoured to facilitate and support this signicant initiative.Our vision — Leading Meaningful Change For Generations to Come — means Algoma University develops future leaders. We educate and prepare them for brilliant careers. But we don’t just prepare students for the future. We prepare them to change it. The impact Algoma U is already having on Brampton, Sault Ste. Marie, Timmins and many other communities — and the impact our graduates will go on to have on the world — is what continues to drive me, and so many others in our Algoma family.Thank you, merci and chi-miigwetch for all you do for Algoma University. Asima Vezina President and Vice-Chancellor Algoma University
6 7 Gwekwaadiziwin HONESTY Dibadendizawin HUMILITY Debwewin TRUTH Nibwaakaawin WISDOM Zaagidiwin LOVE Mnaadendimowin RESPECT Aakodewewin BRAVERY VISIONLeading meaningful change for generations to come.Algoma University values respect, diversity, and adherence to academicfreedom.Algoma University values a supportive experiential learning environment.Algoma University values community partnerships and intercultural exchange.Algoma University values excellence in scholarship, creative endeavours, and research.AlgomaUniversity values and integrates Anishinaabe and Indigenous worldviews.Algoma University values and responds to the unique context and developmental goals of each of its campuscommunities.Algoma University values the historical significance of the Shingwauk Site.VISION AND VALUESAlgoma University Act, 2008 S.O. 2008, C. 13.The objects of the University are the pursuit of learning through scholarship, teaching, and research within a spirit of free enquiry and expression.SPECIAL MISSIONIt is the special mission of the University to,a) Be a teaching-oriented university that provides programs in liberal arts and science and professional programs, primarily at the undergraduate level, with a particular focus on the needs of Northern Ontario, andb) Cultivate cross-cultural learning between Aboriginal communities and other communities, in keeping with the history of Algoma University and its geographic site.VISIONLeading meaningful change for generations to come.VALUES • Algoma University values respect, diversity, and adherence to academic freedom. • Algoma University values and responds to the unique context and developmental goals of each of its campus communities. • Algoma University values the historical significance of the Shingwauk Site. • Algoma University values a supportive experiential learning environment. • Algoma University values community partnerships and intercultural exchange. • Algoma University values excellence in scholarship, creative endeavours, and research. • Algoma University values and integrates Anishinaabe and Indigenous worldviews.The Seven Grandfather Teachings are commonly shared guiding principles of the Anishinaabe: Nibwaakaawin (wisdom) Zaagidiwin (love) Mnaadendimowin (respect) Aakodewewin (bravery) Gwekwaadiziwin (honesty) Dibadendizawin (humility) Debwewin (truth)
6 7 Gwekwaadiziwin HONESTY Dibadendizawin HUMILITY Debwewin TRUTH Nibwaakaawin WISDOM Zaagidiwin LOVE Mnaadendimowin RESPECT Aakodewewin BRAVERY VISIONLeading meaningful change for generations to come.Algoma University values respect, diversity, and adherence to academicfreedom.Algoma University values a supportive experiential learning environment.Algoma University values community partnerships and intercultural exchange.Algoma University values excellence in scholarship, creative endeavours, and research.AlgomaUniversity values and integrates Anishinaabe and Indigenous worldviews.Algoma University values and responds to the unique context and developmental goals of each of its campuscommunities.Algoma University values the historical significance of the Shingwauk Site.VISION AND VALUESAlgoma University Act, 2008 S.O. 2008, C. 13.The objects of the University are the pursuit of learning through scholarship, teaching, and research within a spirit of free enquiry and expression.SPECIAL MISSIONIt is the special mission of the University to,a) Be a teaching-oriented university that provides programs in liberal arts and science and professional programs, primarily at the undergraduate level, with a particular focus on the needs of Northern Ontario, andb) Cultivate cross-cultural learning between Aboriginal communities and other communities, in keeping with the history of Algoma University and its geographic site.VISIONLeading meaningful change for generations to come.VALUES • Algoma University values respect, diversity, and adherence to academic freedom. • Algoma University values and responds to the unique context and developmental goals of each of its campus communities. • Algoma University values the historical significance of the Shingwauk Site. • Algoma University values a supportive experiential learning environment. • Algoma University values community partnerships and intercultural exchange. • Algoma University values excellence in scholarship, creative endeavours, and research. • Algoma University values and integrates Anishinaabe and Indigenous worldviews.The Seven Grandfather Teachings are commonly shared guiding principles of the Anishinaabe: Nibwaakaawin (wisdom) Zaagidiwin (love) Mnaadendimowin (respect) Aakodewewin (bravery) Gwekwaadiziwin (honesty) Dibadendizawin (humility) Debwewin (truth)
8 9 Cultivate excellence through cross-cultural, equitable and engaging teaching, learning and research environments for all students. Develop compelling, future-focused programs and areas of research that are: - responsive to the interests of students and communities, - community - integrated; and - interdisciplinary Foster and simplify means for connecting community and university partners.2022-23 KEY METRICS/AREAS OF FOCUS WHAT WE’VE ACCOMPLISHED• Algoma University has been awarded a prestigious 2024 Canadian Queen Elizabeth II Scholarship program (QES). The scholarship will support students from across the country to travel globally with the aim of developing the next generation of innovative leaders and community builders. Algoma University’s winning project, titled “Building global leaders: Community-based experiences to advance decolonization and cross-cultural education,” will oer students work-integrated learning opportunities related to health, education, and social and economic development. • Dr. Dionisio Nyaga has edited Making research Black and strange. Why does history matter in the current disappearing world. From Brill Publishing. • Algoma faculty members Dr. Dawn Onishenko, Dr. Dinoisio Nyaga, Dr. Rose Ann Torres along with Dr. Chris Doran have published Critical Reflexive Research Methodologies: Interdisciplinary Approach which includes “Ethics of Doing Research in the Indigenous Community” by Rose Ann Torres. From Brill Publishing. • An October 2023 report from American powerhouse Stanford University has included Algoma University’s Dean, Faculty of Humanities, Dr. Alean Al-Krenawi, among the world’s top two per cent of scientists. • Algoma University Musicians in Residence, the Duo Turgeon, performed with the Comedics and Algoma Music Program third year music major Brandon Ruch on Oct. 29 in a special concert at the Algoma Conservatory Loft to raise funds for ARCH Hospice. This successful event was sponsored by KPMG and attracted a sold-out crowd of supporters. The Duo Turgeon also performed the world premiere of “ZHINGWAAK” by Barbara Assiginaak in November at the Jane Mallett Theater in Toronto as part of Music Toronto’s 2023–2024 season. • Algoma Associate Professor Andrea Pinheiro had a piece in the group exhibition “As Above, So Below”, coordinated by Ecoartspace and curated by Toby Jurovics for FOMA Gallery in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Transformative, Cross-Cultural Learning in a Quality University ExperiencePRIORITY 1 8• Three groups of students travelled with faculty to the UK, Spain, and Belgium to participate in short-term faculty-led international learning experiences funded by the Global Skills Opportunity Fund. In the UK, students completed a second year course on Shakespeare in Shakespeare’s hometown. In Spain, students met with their student counterparts to study Sociology. In Belgium, students worked with students and faculty at Thomas More University of Applied Sciences to complete a research project under the direction of Dr. Nirosha Murugan • Our Career and Experiential Learning team held an Algoma U 2030: Shape the Future event. This for-credit project-based experiential learning opportunity included conversations centred around urban and modern spaces, embracing diversity, cultivating talent, pushing the boundaries as to what the campus can be to a community and ensuring that the campus is a welcoming space for everyone in the community. The CityStudio partnership about Posters from the Future means we work collectively with the local businesses to envision a future of what Sault Ste. Marie could look like in 10 years. This helps students and the community collaborate on the “what could be’’ as we work together. • As of October, our CareerLink certicate is now accessible to all students via the Devant System. This system is instrumental in preparing international students for successful careers in Canada, aiding in resume building, oering AI-driven interview preparation, and now, facilitating the acquisition of the CareerLink certicate. The latter is a modular course meticulously designed for career preparation. • In our continuous pursuit of innovation and improvement, we are launching the Outcome Campus Connect - a state-of-the-art Career and Experiential Learning software. This software integrates with all our student systems, paving the way for a modernized approach to job postings, tracking experiential education, and facilitating university-wide information sharing about employers, industry partners, and students’ curricular and co-curricular experiences. We are in the process of bringing on specialized assistance to have this launched in early 2024. • We continue to hold on to our ability to oer intimate learning environments. Our average class size for fourth-year courses is just 14 students; for third-year courses it’s 25 students, for second-year courses classes average 33 students; and for rst-year courses the average class size is now 46 students.WHAT’S NEXT• The Learners Early Access Program (LEAP), in partnership with the Peel District School Board and Duerin-Peel Catholic District School Board, will welcome 75 students in January. LEAP gives Grade 11 and 12 students an opportunity to spend a semester at Algoma University, taking a University course in addition to high school courses. The program focuses on students from historically underrepresented groups, including Indigenous students and Black students — showing them that they belong, and can thrive, at university. We look forward to reporting very encouraging metrics shortly on how many LEAP students have already applied to study at Algoma University in fall 2024. • This fall we will host virtual literary events to explore three CBC Canada Reads books of 2023 titles, welcoming distinguished authors to lead the conversation. The project is led by Dr. Alice Ridout. This is a student-engaged project that’s open to community, both in-person and virtual.
8 9 Cultivate excellence through cross-cultural, equitable and engaging teaching, learning and research environments for all students. Develop compelling, future-focused programs and areas of research that are: - responsive to the interests of students and communities, - community - integrated; and - interdisciplinary Foster and simplify means for connecting community and university partners.2022-23 KEY METRICS/AREAS OF FOCUS WHAT WE’VE ACCOMPLISHED• Algoma University has been awarded a prestigious 2024 Canadian Queen Elizabeth II Scholarship program (QES). The scholarship will support students from across the country to travel globally with the aim of developing the next generation of innovative leaders and community builders. Algoma University’s winning project, titled “Building global leaders: Community-based experiences to advance decolonization and cross-cultural education,” will oer students work-integrated learning opportunities related to health, education, and social and economic development. • Dr. Dionisio Nyaga has edited Making research Black and strange. Why does history matter in the current disappearing world. From Brill Publishing. • Algoma faculty members Dr. Dawn Onishenko, Dr. Dinoisio Nyaga, Dr. Rose Ann Torres along with Dr. Chris Doran have published Critical Reflexive Research Methodologies: Interdisciplinary Approach which includes “Ethics of Doing Research in the Indigenous Community” by Rose Ann Torres. From Brill Publishing. • An October 2023 report from American powerhouse Stanford University has included Algoma University’s Dean, Faculty of Humanities, Dr. Alean Al-Krenawi, among the world’s top two per cent of scientists. • Algoma University Musicians in Residence, the Duo Turgeon, performed with the Comedics and Algoma Music Program third year music major Brandon Ruch on Oct. 29 in a special concert at the Algoma Conservatory Loft to raise funds for ARCH Hospice. This successful event was sponsored by KPMG and attracted a sold-out crowd of supporters. The Duo Turgeon also performed the world premiere of “ZHINGWAAK” by Barbara Assiginaak in November at the Jane Mallett Theater in Toronto as part of Music Toronto’s 2023–2024 season. • Algoma Associate Professor Andrea Pinheiro had a piece in the group exhibition “As Above, So Below”, coordinated by Ecoartspace and curated by Toby Jurovics for FOMA Gallery in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Transformative, Cross-Cultural Learning in a Quality University ExperiencePRIORITY 1 8• Three groups of students travelled with faculty to the UK, Spain, and Belgium to participate in short-term faculty-led international learning experiences funded by the Global Skills Opportunity Fund. In the UK, students completed a second year course on Shakespeare in Shakespeare’s hometown. In Spain, students met with their student counterparts to study Sociology. In Belgium, students worked with students and faculty at Thomas More University of Applied Sciences to complete a research project under the direction of Dr. Nirosha Murugan • Our Career and Experiential Learning team held an Algoma U 2030: Shape the Future event. This for-credit project-based experiential learning opportunity included conversations centred around urban and modern spaces, embracing diversity, cultivating talent, pushing the boundaries as to what the campus can be to a community and ensuring that the campus is a welcoming space for everyone in the community. The CityStudio partnership about Posters from the Future means we work collectively with the local businesses to envision a future of what Sault Ste. Marie could look like in 10 years. This helps students and the community collaborate on the “what could be’’ as we work together. • As of October, our CareerLink certicate is now accessible to all students via the Devant System. This system is instrumental in preparing international students for successful careers in Canada, aiding in resume building, oering AI-driven interview preparation, and now, facilitating the acquisition of the CareerLink certicate. The latter is a modular course meticulously designed for career preparation. • In our continuous pursuit of innovation and improvement, we are launching the Outcome Campus Connect - a state-of-the-art Career and Experiential Learning software. This software integrates with all our student systems, paving the way for a modernized approach to job postings, tracking experiential education, and facilitating university-wide information sharing about employers, industry partners, and students’ curricular and co-curricular experiences. We are in the process of bringing on specialized assistance to have this launched in early 2024. • We continue to hold on to our ability to oer intimate learning environments. Our average class size for fourth-year courses is just 14 students; for third-year courses it’s 25 students, for second-year courses classes average 33 students; and for rst-year courses the average class size is now 46 students.WHAT’S NEXT• The Learners Early Access Program (LEAP), in partnership with the Peel District School Board and Duerin-Peel Catholic District School Board, will welcome 75 students in January. LEAP gives Grade 11 and 12 students an opportunity to spend a semester at Algoma University, taking a University course in addition to high school courses. The program focuses on students from historically underrepresented groups, including Indigenous students and Black students — showing them that they belong, and can thrive, at university. We look forward to reporting very encouraging metrics shortly on how many LEAP students have already applied to study at Algoma University in fall 2024. • This fall we will host virtual literary events to explore three CBC Canada Reads books of 2023 titles, welcoming distinguished authors to lead the conversation. The project is led by Dr. Alice Ridout. This is a student-engaged project that’s open to community, both in-person and virtual.
10 11Learn From, In and With CommunityPRIORITY 2 Grow and nurture strong and responsible relationships locally and globally based on the foundational values of respect, reciprocity, and relationality. Integrate and welcome diverse worldviews and cross-cultural perspectives into all aspects and areas of the university. Enhance eective communication and connectivity across campuses. Advance Indigenization and cross-cultural learning, within the spirit of our Special Mission.2022-23 KEY METRICS/AREAS OF FOCUS WHAT WE’VE ACCOMPLISHED• In October, we brought together sta and faculty leaders for an Algoma University Future State session, visioning actionable paths forward on our new Strategic Plan. • We launched Gabegendaadowin training in Brampton, following a successful launch in Sault Ste. Marie. Gabegendaadowin is a course that supports business and community leaders to in their journey of learning, respect and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples, so they can do the work of decolonizing in their own organizations. • Our Faculty of Business and Economics organized a symposium titled The State of Indigenization and Decolonization in Canadian Business Schools at the 2023 Administrative Science Association of Canada conference at Toronto Metropolitan University. Our VP Nyaagaaniid, Mary Wabano-McKay, delivered the keynote address. • We were pleased to see that, for the rst-time, the Administrative Science Association of Canada recognized the need for Indigenizing business schools during their 2024 Conference. Our Faculty of Business and Economics is proud to have contributed signicantly to this shift through our symposium, as well as through Algoma U presentations, participation in roundtables, and doggedly pursuing informal conversations on the need for change. • Makwa Waakaa’igan was granted $600,000 from the City of Sault Ste. Marie’s economic development fund. This investment — passed unanimously by city council — shows the city’s commitment and partnership in one of our largest projects. • Algoma University leaders travelled across Colombia and Bolivia in support of our Special Mission, our commitment to the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), and the Scarborough Charter. This delegation brought together multiple departments and oces at the university including members of the Faculty of Cross Cultural Studies, NORDIK Institute (Chair and Research Associate, Dr. Sheila Gruner, Project Coordinator, Kendall Mitchell), Makwa Waakaa’igan (Director, Joel Syrette), Oce of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (Manager, Jane Omollo), and the President’s Oce (President and Vice-Chancellor, Asima Vezina and the Director of Strategic Planning, David Marasco). • Algoma University and the Institute of Peoples, Territories and Pedagogies for Peace (IPTP) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Special Jurisdiction for Peace (JEP), Magistrate Belkis Izquierdo related to exploring research and educational collaborations in the area of the rights of nature and ethnic communities, and territory as a victim of armed conflict. • Algoma University and the Institute of Peoples, Territories and Pedagogies for Peace (IPTP) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Special Jurisdiction for Peace (JEP), Magistrate Belkis Izquierdo related to exploring research and educational collaborations in the area of the rights of nature and ethnic communities, and territory as a victim of armed conflict. • Algoma University signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Universidad de Ibague. • Algoma University signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Universidad Nacional La Paz campus and visited an Arhuaca (Indigenous) community in la Sierra Nevada, setting out a vision and collaboration involving the community of Jimain, the IPTP, Algoma University and the National University of Colombia, La Paz campus. • Our delegation to Bolivia met with the Vice President of Bolivia regarding the Indigenous tenets of “buen vivir” (good life) and Algoma University’s commitments to decolonized education. 11
10 11Learn From, In and With CommunityPRIORITY 2 Grow and nurture strong and responsible relationships locally and globally based on the foundational values of respect, reciprocity, and relationality. Integrate and welcome diverse worldviews and cross-cultural perspectives into all aspects and areas of the university. Enhance eective communication and connectivity across campuses. Advance Indigenization and cross-cultural learning, within the spirit of our Special Mission.2022-23 KEY METRICS/AREAS OF FOCUS WHAT WE’VE ACCOMPLISHED• In October, we brought together sta and faculty leaders for an Algoma University Future State session, visioning actionable paths forward on our new Strategic Plan. • We launched Gabegendaadowin training in Brampton, following a successful launch in Sault Ste. Marie. Gabegendaadowin is a course that supports business and community leaders to in their journey of learning, respect and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples, so they can do the work of decolonizing in their own organizations. • Our Faculty of Business and Economics organized a symposium titled The State of Indigenization and Decolonization in Canadian Business Schools at the 2023 Administrative Science Association of Canada conference at Toronto Metropolitan University. Our VP Nyaagaaniid, Mary Wabano-McKay, delivered the keynote address. • We were pleased to see that, for the rst-time, the Administrative Science Association of Canada recognized the need for Indigenizing business schools during their 2024 Conference. Our Faculty of Business and Economics is proud to have contributed signicantly to this shift through our symposium, as well as through Algoma U presentations, participation in roundtables, and doggedly pursuing informal conversations on the need for change. • Makwa Waakaa’igan was granted $600,000 from the City of Sault Ste. Marie’s economic development fund. This investment — passed unanimously by city council — shows the city’s commitment and partnership in one of our largest projects. • Algoma University leaders travelled across Colombia and Bolivia in support of our Special Mission, our commitment to the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), and the Scarborough Charter. This delegation brought together multiple departments and oces at the university including members of the Faculty of Cross Cultural Studies, NORDIK Institute (Chair and Research Associate, Dr. Sheila Gruner, Project Coordinator, Kendall Mitchell), Makwa Waakaa’igan (Director, Joel Syrette), Oce of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (Manager, Jane Omollo), and the President’s Oce (President and Vice-Chancellor, Asima Vezina and the Director of Strategic Planning, David Marasco). • Algoma University and the Institute of Peoples, Territories and Pedagogies for Peace (IPTP) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Special Jurisdiction for Peace (JEP), Magistrate Belkis Izquierdo related to exploring research and educational collaborations in the area of the rights of nature and ethnic communities, and territory as a victim of armed conflict. • Algoma University and the Institute of Peoples, Territories and Pedagogies for Peace (IPTP) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Special Jurisdiction for Peace (JEP), Magistrate Belkis Izquierdo related to exploring research and educational collaborations in the area of the rights of nature and ethnic communities, and territory as a victim of armed conflict. • Algoma University signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Universidad de Ibague. • Algoma University signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Universidad Nacional La Paz campus and visited an Arhuaca (Indigenous) community in la Sierra Nevada, setting out a vision and collaboration involving the community of Jimain, the IPTP, Algoma University and the National University of Colombia, La Paz campus. • Our delegation to Bolivia met with the Vice President of Bolivia regarding the Indigenous tenets of “buen vivir” (good life) and Algoma University’s commitments to decolonized education. 11
12 13WHAT’S NEXT• In December, the Anishinaabe Academic Resource Centre (AARC) on the Sault Ste. Marie campus will host a day land camp titled “Waawaaskonwe Niigaan,” which means “there is a light ahead. The AARC will welcome registration from Indigenous youth between the ages of 12 and 18. • We’re in the process of making major improvements to our internal and public-facing directories, making it easier to identify and contact individual faculty and sta members. Celebrate and share Algoma University’s impact. Promote unity by articulating and representing the Special Mission in a way that resonates across campuses and in the communities we serve. Execute a comprehensive student enrolment strategy to ensure the prosperity and creativity of the University into the future.Share Our Stories: Past, Present and FuturePRIORITY 3 2022-23 KEY METRICS/AREAS OF FOCUS WHAT WE’VE ACCOMPLISHED• Built and curated by the Children of Shingwauk Alumni Association, Residential School Survivors and First Nations, the Shingwauk Residential Schools Centre (SRSC) at Algoma University has been awarded the prestigious 2023 Ontario Museum Association (OMA) Award of Excellence in Exhibitions for the world-famous exhibit, Reclaiming Shingwauk Hall. Reclaiming Shingwauk Hall presents the history of the Shingwauk Indian Industrial Residential Schools within the context of colonialism, truth telling and healing. This exhibit is an example of Indigenous-led, decolonized historical practice. • On this year’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we created space for respectful, educational and deeply moving events on all campuses, including Truth Walks and virtual Truth Walks, informative talks, lm screenings and a candlelight vigil. Prior to Orange Shirt Day, a teepee was erected on our Brampton campus for the rst time. • We have held our rst-ever fall convocation ceremony on the Brampton campus, and it was a joy-lled and successful event. • This Fall, we’re participating in the Aboriginal Post-Secondary Information Program (APSIP), visiting over 45 dierent schools and communities within Northern and Southern Ontario connecting with approximately 1,100 Indigenous students. We are currently in the process of hiring a First Nations, Métis and Inuit Enrolment Specialist to be based out of the Brampton campus. This will expand Algoma University’s reach in Southern Ontario and allow it to build relationships with Indigenous communities surrounding the Brampton campus. • Through the Spring and Fall terms, 117 First Nations-sponsored students enrolled, compared to only 74 over the same period last year. The agreements we are assigning, coupled with new recruitment strategies and highschool programming is expected to support further growth over the next decade. • In October, Our Faculty of Business and Economics invited Kelly J. Lendsay, CEO and founder of Luminary and Indigenous Works, to deliver a speech. This speech explored how Luminary, Algoma University and the Faculty of Business and Economics can create programmatic approaches to solving challenges and growing a new Indigenous business innovation ecosystem. This included discussion on the need to indigenize master-level business programs in Canadian business schools. • We have issued a request for proposals for the rst phase of our major signage and waynding project — which will start with Algoma University’s buildings standing out in Brampton’s downtown, and continue on in subsequent phases to introduce a waynding system to all campuses that honours our historical context, Special Mission and unique character.
12 13WHAT’S NEXT• In December, the Anishinaabe Academic Resource Centre (AARC) on the Sault Ste. Marie campus will host a day land camp titled “Waawaaskonwe Niigaan,” which means “there is a light ahead. The AARC will welcome registration from Indigenous youth between the ages of 12 and 18. • We’re in the process of making major improvements to our internal and public-facing directories, making it easier to identify and contact individual faculty and sta members. Celebrate and share Algoma University’s impact. Promote unity by articulating and representing the Special Mission in a way that resonates across campuses and in the communities we serve. Execute a comprehensive student enrolment strategy to ensure the prosperity and creativity of the University into the future.Share Our Stories: Past, Present and FuturePRIORITY 3 2022-23 KEY METRICS/AREAS OF FOCUS WHAT WE’VE ACCOMPLISHED• Built and curated by the Children of Shingwauk Alumni Association, Residential School Survivors and First Nations, the Shingwauk Residential Schools Centre (SRSC) at Algoma University has been awarded the prestigious 2023 Ontario Museum Association (OMA) Award of Excellence in Exhibitions for the world-famous exhibit, Reclaiming Shingwauk Hall. Reclaiming Shingwauk Hall presents the history of the Shingwauk Indian Industrial Residential Schools within the context of colonialism, truth telling and healing. This exhibit is an example of Indigenous-led, decolonized historical practice. • On this year’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we created space for respectful, educational and deeply moving events on all campuses, including Truth Walks and virtual Truth Walks, informative talks, lm screenings and a candlelight vigil. Prior to Orange Shirt Day, a teepee was erected on our Brampton campus for the rst time. • We have held our rst-ever fall convocation ceremony on the Brampton campus, and it was a joy-lled and successful event. • This Fall, we’re participating in the Aboriginal Post-Secondary Information Program (APSIP), visiting over 45 dierent schools and communities within Northern and Southern Ontario connecting with approximately 1,100 Indigenous students. We are currently in the process of hiring a First Nations, Métis and Inuit Enrolment Specialist to be based out of the Brampton campus. This will expand Algoma University’s reach in Southern Ontario and allow it to build relationships with Indigenous communities surrounding the Brampton campus. • Through the Spring and Fall terms, 117 First Nations-sponsored students enrolled, compared to only 74 over the same period last year. The agreements we are assigning, coupled with new recruitment strategies and highschool programming is expected to support further growth over the next decade. • In October, Our Faculty of Business and Economics invited Kelly J. Lendsay, CEO and founder of Luminary and Indigenous Works, to deliver a speech. This speech explored how Luminary, Algoma University and the Faculty of Business and Economics can create programmatic approaches to solving challenges and growing a new Indigenous business innovation ecosystem. This included discussion on the need to indigenize master-level business programs in Canadian business schools. • We have issued a request for proposals for the rst phase of our major signage and waynding project — which will start with Algoma University’s buildings standing out in Brampton’s downtown, and continue on in subsequent phases to introduce a waynding system to all campuses that honours our historical context, Special Mission and unique character.
1414• Algoma University took pride-of-place at the Ontario Universities Fair, where faculty and sta connected with thousands of potential future Thunderbirds and their families. Set up to mirror our newest classrooms, our booth drew crowds with a massive digital screen displaying a beautiful marketing montage. • Enrolment has continued to grow steadily. Algoma University is on track to exceed its projected 2023-24 academic year enrolment. Notably, degree enrolment is signicantly higher than projected, with domestic degree enrolment 18 per cent above last year’s. • We’ve been working hard to diversify international degree enrolment since 2021-22. In 2021-22 the University’s non-Indian international degree enrolment was 258 full-time equivalent (FTE). In 2022/23 non-Indian enrolment grew to 457 FTE. This academic year non-Indian international degree enrolment is projected to be 950 FTE. • This year, the University has seen signicant enrolment growth from Nepal, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan. • In October we hired a Latin American in-market representative, based in Mexico City. They join our in-market representative in Southeast Asia. These positions are helping us further diversify our international student body. • We’ve put our largest-ever domestic recruitment campaign into market. Algoma University is now on connected television, podcasts, social media, digital and physical posters inside high schools, on the side of busses, on screens inside convenience stores, movie theaters and malls and more. Wrapped vehicles are swarming events like the Ontario Universities Fair. • We held our largest-ever John R. Rhodes scholarship dinner, raising more than $60,000 in support of students.WHAT’S NEXT• We’re watching closely the development of the federal government’s proposed Recognized Institutions Framework, and executing a robust government relations strategy to ensure our position is well-represented in Ottawa. • We’re recruiting in-market representatives in Pakistan and Nigeria to help further diversify our international student body. • Over the winter, we’ll break down the success of our recruitment marketing campaign and provide detailed reports on how and where this campaign worked.15
1414• Algoma University took pride-of-place at the Ontario Universities Fair, where faculty and sta connected with thousands of potential future Thunderbirds and their families. Set up to mirror our newest classrooms, our booth drew crowds with a massive digital screen displaying a beautiful marketing montage. • Enrolment has continued to grow steadily. Algoma University is on track to exceed its projected 2023-24 academic year enrolment. Notably, degree enrolment is signicantly higher than projected, with domestic degree enrolment 18 per cent above last year’s. • We’ve been working hard to diversify international degree enrolment since 2021-22. In 2021-22 the University’s non-Indian international degree enrolment was 258 full-time equivalent (FTE). In 2022/23 non-Indian enrolment grew to 457 FTE. This academic year non-Indian international degree enrolment is projected to be 950 FTE. • This year, the University has seen signicant enrolment growth from Nepal, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan. • In October we hired a Latin American in-market representative, based in Mexico City. They join our in-market representative in Southeast Asia. These positions are helping us further diversify our international student body. • We’ve put our largest-ever domestic recruitment campaign into market. Algoma University is now on connected television, podcasts, social media, digital and physical posters inside high schools, on the side of busses, on screens inside convenience stores, movie theaters and malls and more. Wrapped vehicles are swarming events like the Ontario Universities Fair. • We held our largest-ever John R. Rhodes scholarship dinner, raising more than $60,000 in support of students.WHAT’S NEXT• We’re watching closely the development of the federal government’s proposed Recognized Institutions Framework, and executing a robust government relations strategy to ensure our position is well-represented in Ottawa. • We’re recruiting in-market representatives in Pakistan and Nigeria to help further diversify our international student body. • Over the winter, we’ll break down the success of our recruitment marketing campaign and provide detailed reports on how and where this campaign worked.15
16 17 Invest in and rene our systems and processes to support growth and prioritize - intimate and personal learning experiences, - cross-cultural leadership; and - purpose-driven impact Implement the Algoma University Equity Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy and Action Plan. Develop and implement a robust people and recruitment strategy with a focus on equity, diversity and inclusion. Continue to invest in student-centric infrastructure that provides supports for all learnersContinue to Build Inclusive and Inspiring Teaching, Learning, and Working EnvironmentsPRIORITY 4 2022-23 KEY METRICS/AREAS OF FOCUS WHAT WE’VE ACCOMPLISHED• As we grow, we continue to hold tight to our ability to oer unique, intimate learning environments. Our average class size for fourth-year courses is just 14 students; for third-year courses it’s 25 students, for second-year courses classes average 33 students; and for rst-year courses the average class size is now 46 students.• The EDI strategy and action plan are complete and will be launched and socialized over the upcoming months.• We’ve completed a successful request for proposals for a new residence in Brampton, and will soon be adding as many as 500 student residence beds.• We’re looking forward to announcing more about residence space build projects on both the Brampton and Sault Ste. Marie campuses shortly.• In celebration of Giving Tuesday, throughout November we campaigned in support of food security, particularly student hunger. To kick o the campaign, Algoma University donated $50,000 to AUSU, and set a target to raise tens of thousands more. Our student food-sovereignty eorts are student-led, with AUSU taking the lead. From running the Sault Ste. Marie food pantry to operating the cafeteria, AUSU is working to make sure students have a place to turn to for healthy food that reflects the ethnic diversity of our Algoma University community.• We’re thrilled that SASA has donated $20,000 to AUSU as a part of our Giving Tuesday campaign.• We’ve launched a call centre, ensuring students and community members can get in touch with us.• We’ve completed work on a space-usage plan for the Sault Ste. Marie campus.16WHAT’S NEXT• The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) team will launch new video-based equity training for all sta and faculty.• In part through our Giving Tuesday donation, we’re working with AUSU to expand the food pantry on the Sault Ste. Marie campus.• In the New Year, a food pantry will be unveiled on our Brampton campus. It will be run through a partnership between AUSU and Algoma University.• We’re moving forward on implementing our new Student Information System, which will allow better access to information and more self-serve options for students and faculty.• We’ve registered a third cohort of leaders in the Ivey leadership training program.144th Year average course sizeSTUDENTS25STUDENTS3rd Year average course size33STUDENTS2nd Year average course size1st Year average course size33STUDENTS AVERAGE COURSE CLASS SIZEALGOMA UNIVERSITY
16 17 Invest in and rene our systems and processes to support growth and prioritize - intimate and personal learning experiences, - cross-cultural leadership; and - purpose-driven impact Implement the Algoma University Equity Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy and Action Plan. Develop and implement a robust people and recruitment strategy with a focus on equity, diversity and inclusion. Continue to invest in student-centric infrastructure that provides supports for all learnersContinue to Build Inclusive and Inspiring Teaching, Learning, and Working EnvironmentsPRIORITY 4 2022-23 KEY METRICS/AREAS OF FOCUS WHAT WE’VE ACCOMPLISHED• As we grow, we continue to hold tight to our ability to oer unique, intimate learning environments. Our average class size for fourth-year courses is just 14 students; for third-year courses it’s 25 students, for second-year courses classes average 33 students; and for rst-year courses the average class size is now 46 students.• The EDI strategy and action plan are complete and will be launched and socialized over the upcoming months.• We’ve completed a successful request for proposals for a new residence in Brampton, and will soon be adding as many as 500 student residence beds.• We’re looking forward to announcing more about residence space build projects on both the Brampton and Sault Ste. Marie campuses shortly.• In celebration of Giving Tuesday, throughout November we campaigned in support of food security, particularly student hunger. To kick o the campaign, Algoma University donated $50,000 to AUSU, and set a target to raise tens of thousands more. Our student food-sovereignty eorts are student-led, with AUSU taking the lead. From running the Sault Ste. Marie food pantry to operating the cafeteria, AUSU is working to make sure students have a place to turn to for healthy food that reflects the ethnic diversity of our Algoma University community.• We’re thrilled that SASA has donated $20,000 to AUSU as a part of our Giving Tuesday campaign.• We’ve launched a call centre, ensuring students and community members can get in touch with us.• We’ve completed work on a space-usage plan for the Sault Ste. Marie campus.16WHAT’S NEXT• The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) team will launch new video-based equity training for all sta and faculty.• In part through our Giving Tuesday donation, we’re working with AUSU to expand the food pantry on the Sault Ste. Marie campus.• In the New Year, a food pantry will be unveiled on our Brampton campus. It will be run through a partnership between AUSU and Algoma University.• We’re moving forward on implementing our new Student Information System, which will allow better access to information and more self-serve options for students and faculty.• We’ve registered a third cohort of leaders in the Ivey leadership training program.144th Year average course sizeSTUDENTS25STUDENTS3rd Year average course size33STUDENTS2nd Year average course size1st Year average course size33STUDENTS AVERAGE COURSE CLASS SIZEALGOMA UNIVERSITY
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