This is SLC: Our College News

May was Asian Heritage Month and SLC’s EDI + Belonging Task Force and HR&OD hosted two events to raise awareness of the diverse and rich cultural heritage and significant contributions the Asian community makes to Canada.

This issue of Our College News is dedicated to National Indigenous History Month, as we aim to learn more about the unique heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Indigenous Student Advisors Jessie Pengelly and Shirley Chaisson provide thought-provoking questions, and SLC employees share their insight and perspective on Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Being and how we can each take reconciliACTION, meaningful steps to move reconciliation forward, not just during Indigenous History Month, but throughout the year.

The Indigenous Services Team has planned many wonderful events this month. Upcoming SLC Events for National Indigenous History Month and Indigenous Peoples Day.

Dr. Maha Othman, a professor in SLC’s School of Baccalaureate Nursing, was recently interviewed by Science Norway for an article on COVID-19 vaccines. Drawing on her expertise and extensive research on bleeding disorders and blood clotting, Dr. Othman offered valuable insight into some of the mechanisms that may underlie rare side effects reportedly associated with the Astra Zeneca and Johnson & Johnson vaccines.

SLC is pleased to announce a new partnership with the Canadian Association of Professional Immigration Consultants (CAPIC) and their Education Partner Program (EPP). This new pathway for submitting applications to SLC also offers new resources and supports for our students.