Join NIC’s Office of Global Engagement for a week of activities highlighting the benefits of international education and cultural sharing. This is also a chance to reflect on your own culture and customs, and the Indigenous ways of knowing that have guided life and education on Nuu-chah-nulth, Kwakwaka'wakw and Coast Salish territories since time immemorial.
Port Alberni
Monday, November 18
Indigenous Language & Culture Session
Local Indigenous Elders will lead a language lesson and cultural sharing geared towards ECCE international students. All NIC students, faculty and staff welcome to join. Free snacks and drinks provided.
When: 12 – 1 pm
Location: Port Alberni Roger Street campus – Cafeteria
Campbell River
Tuesday, November 19
International Gallery Walk
Learn about different countries and local Indigenous customs as you walk around the Student Commons to view displays and meet students and NIC staff from different cultural backgrounds.
When: 12 – 1:30 pm
Location: Campbell River campus – Student Commons
Thursday, November 21
Indigenous Language & Culture Session
Local Indigenous Elders will lead a language lesson and cultural sharing geared towards ECCE international students. All NIC students, faculty and staff welcome to join. Free snacks and drinks provided.
When: 1 – 2 pm
Location: Campbell River campus – Q̓ə pix ʔidaʔas (The Gathering Place)
November 18-22
Culinary Tour of the World
Tasty food must be one of the absolute highlights of experiencing different countries and cultures! Drop by the cafeteria to sample special menu items from around the world.
When: 12 – 1 pm
Location: Campbell River campus – Cafeteria
Comox Valley
Wednesday, November 20
International Gallery Walk
Learn about different countries and local Indigenous customs as you walk around Tyee Hall to view displays and meet students and NIC staff from different cultural backgrounds.
When: 12 – 1:30 pm
Location: Comox Valley campus – Tyee Hall Student Lounge
Wednesday, November 20
Indigenous Language & Culture Session
Local Indigenous Elders will lead a language lesson and cultural sharing geared towards ECCE international students. All NIC students, faculty and staff welcome to join. Free snacks and drinks provided.
When: 11:45 am – 12:45 pm
Location: Comox Valley campus – Puntledge 104
November 18-22
Culinary Tour of the World
Tasty food must be one of the absolute highlights of experiencing different countries and cultures! Drop by the cafeteria to sample special menu items from around the world.
When: 12 – 1 pm
Location: Comox Valley campus – Tyee Hall Cafeteria
