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    “… in the end you’re going to take away very important lessons that will help you in your future careers.”

    Samantha Nock

    Alumni (2014)
    “…my entire perspective on Canadian history and social identity has been affected by what I learned through [FNIS]”

    Erica Gibbons

    Alumni (2011)
    “[FNIS] provides a very safe and open space for dialogue.”

    Elle-Máijá Apiniskim Tailfeathers

    Alumni (2011)
    “Between graduation and my current position, I've had opportunities for social work, government policy analyst, and curriculum development positions.”

    Mathew Ward

    Alumni (2015)

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