Nation to Nation: Building Indigenous Knowledge Across International Borders
In its first effort to work collaboratively on an education abroad activity, member institutions of the Maple League mount an opportunity for Indigenous students to participate in an international experience together. The international offices of Acadia University, Bishop’s University, Mount Allison University and St. Francis Xavier University work together to initiate a short-term study abroad […]
Communicating Across Cultures: Building Intercultural Competencies and Lasting Partnerships in Japan Using an Indigenous Wholistic Framework.
This project uses a Wholistic Indigenous Framework to design and delivers a 20-day Study Program in Japan. Our partners are Doshisha University, Ritsumeikan University, Sagano High School in Kyoto, and the Hokkaido University Centre for Ainu and Indigenous Studies. Our objective is to offer a safe, enriching experience that facilitates intercultural communication and adaptability by […]
Setting the foundations for the newly created Bishop’s International Office to increase access and equity to participation of all students in international student/work opportunities
The project objective is to provide increased access to student mobility opportunities for Indigenous students, low-income students and students with disabilities to ensure equitable access to global learning opportunities offered by Bishop’s International. To cater to this Bishop’s University developed a communications plan, outreach strategies, and built partner relationships.