University of Regina and First Nations University of Canada partner with Regina Public Schools to provide high school students with more options for university credit courses
Media are invited to attend the announcement of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the University of Regina (U of R), First Nations University of Canada (FNUniv), and Regina Public Schools.
The MOU represents a commitment from the three institutions to expand the number of university credit courses available to eligible high school students enrolled in Regina Public Schools through the U of R’s High School Accelerated Program.
The agreement provides pathways through dual credit courses to U of R and FNUniv academic programs for high school students who want to get a head start on their university education. In addition to offering these courses, the U of R and FNUniv will also provide Regina Public Schools students with opportunities to participate in on-campus activities throughout the school year.
Details
Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Time: 12 - 1 p.m.
Location: Campus Regina Public – 1069 14 Ave E
For more information:
U of R contact noted above and/or
Terry Lazarou
Supervisor of Communications
Regina Public Schools
Phone: 306-523-3133
Email: Terry.Lazarou@rbe.sk.ca
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About the University of Regina
Set in the heart of the Canadian prairies we are a comprehensive, mid-sized university where the opportunities are as limitless as the horizon. Our campuses are on Treaty 4 and 6 - the territories of the nêhiyawak, Anihšināpēk, Dakota, Lakota, and Nakoda peoples, and the homeland of the Michif/Métis nation. It is our responsibility to strengthen relationships with Indigenous communities to build a more inclusive future for all. Our three federated colleges, 10 faculties, 25 academic departments, and 18 research centres foster innovative research with practical and theoretical applications. We are committed to cultivating the potential of our 16,700 students and supporting their health and well-being. We take learning beyond the classroom through work and volunteer experiences to develop career-ready graduates.
Let’s go far, together.
About First Nations University of Canada
Established in 1976, the First Nations University of Canada is Canada’s only national First Nations-owned post-secondary institution. FNUniv is a unique educational institution of higher learning specializing in Indigenous Education for Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples of all cultural backgrounds. Our Vision is to aspire to have a transformative impact by bridging our ceremonies, knowledge keepers, languages, and traditions with the delivery of high-quality post-secondary education. For more information, please visit www.fnuniv.ca.
About Regina Public School Division
Regina School Division No. 4 of Saskatchewan (Regina Public Schools) is one of the largest school divisions in the province, serving the educational needs of more than 24,500 students in 44 public elementary schools, 8 public high schools, 3 faith-based associate schools, as well as at Campus Regina Public and the Allan Blakeney Adult Campus. The school division operates on Treaty 4 territory and the homeland of the Métis.