Welcome to all new and prospective students! Aboriginal Student Services offers a wide range of services and activities for our aboriginal students designed to make to your experience here at the College both interesting and fun. We have planned a number of special events throughout the year and we sincerely hope you take the time to participate. If you have any ideas for events you would like to see offered, our team would really appreciate hearing from you.

A Liaison Officer is available to assist students by answering questions or concerns regarding college admissions, program information, career services, scholarships & bursaries. The Coordinator also acts as a liaison with high schools and various Aboriginal organizations, and promotes College programs and services through information sessions, College tours and career fairs.

Contact:
        Taina Lickers
        Access & Student Recruitment Coordinator
        Aboriginal Student Services
        (905) 575-1212, ext. 3777
        or (519) 759-7200, ext. 3777
        Email: Taina Lickers

Our Counsellor provides students with confidential personal, social and academic support. To book an appointment at the Brantford Campus, call Student Services at (519) 759-7200 ext.6014. For an appointment at the other Campuses, contact Kim Hill at (905) 575-1212, ext. 7147 or (519) 759-7200, ext. 7147 or RaeAnne Beauchamp at (905) 575-1212, ext. 7155 or (519) 759-7200, ext. 7155

        Email: Kim Hill or RaeAnne Beauchamp

Our Aboriginal Liaison & Communications Officer assists with the development and implementation of aboriginal programming here at the College. This includes enhancing a lot of the services we already offer and developing new innovative activities to bring the students, staff and aboriginal community together. We welcome any suggestions you may have regarding aboriginal programs and services here at the College.

Contact:
        Amy Kelaidis
        (905) 575-1212, ext. 3118
        or (519) 759-7200, ext. 3118
        Email: Amy Kelaidis

Student Success Advisors assist you with navigating College policies & procedures as well as helping you connect to relevant College resources and services for your program.

Contact:
        Leah Hogan
        (905) 575-1212, ext. 3892
        or (519) 759-7200, ext. 3892
        Email: Leah Hogan

The Program Manager of Aboriginal Education is responsible for coordinating Aboriginal academic programming and services, and for facilitating the development of new Aboriginal programming. The Program Manager of Aboriginal Education welcomes constructive input from students pertaining to Aboriginal programming and services. In addition, community organizations are invited to contact the Program Manager of Aboriginal Education regarding any specialized training courses they would like to see developed.

Contact:
        John Roberts
        (905) 575-1212, ext. 3277
        or (519) 759-7200, ext. 3277
        Email: John Roberts

The Brantford Campus is home to the Aboriginal Student Association, and the Fennell Campus is home to the Aboriginal Friendship Circle. Both organizations provide an opportunity for Aboriginal students to meet and interact with other Aboriginal students. Both organizations are involved in holding fundraisers, socials and luncheons for the students. Also, the organizations are active in campus activities and hold weekly meetings during the academic year. If you are interested in participating, contact Kim Hill at (519) 759-7200, ext. 7147 or (905) 575-1212, ext. 7147.

        Email: Kim Hill

The Aboriginal lounges provide a comfortable environment for Aboriginal students to meet, mingle, socialize and study with other students. Both lounges are equipped with up to date computers.

        Brantford Campus - Main Building, Room A134
        Contact: (905) 575-1212, ext. 7145 or (519) 759-7200, ext. 7145

        Fennell Campus (Hamilton) - Room E104
        Contact: (905) 575-1212, ext. 3002 or (519) 759-7200, ext. 3002

This program is available for Aboriginal students seeking academic support through tutoring, workshops or resources. It is an excellent resource for students who may otherwise be struggling with a particular course in their program. Not only does this service provide opportunities for students to receive free peer tutoring, but students can also obtain work experience as a tutor and earn part-time wages.

For further information or to register as a peer tutor, please contact:
        Kim Hill
        (905) 575-1212, ext. 7147
        or (519) 759-7200, ext. 7147

Workshops are offered on a variety of topics such as study skills, time management, resume writing, interviewing skills, cultural enhancement and exploration, etc... For details on available workshops, contact: Kim Hill, (905) 575-1212, ext. 7147 or (519) 759-7200, ext. 7147

The Elder as Resource program is available to offer additional spiritual and cultural support to Aboriginal students and to the staff of Mohawk College. Elders have been invited to provide leadership in events such as talking circles, as well as provide staff and faculty with an opportunity for more multi-cultural awareness and education.

For more information contact:
        Amy Kelaidis
        (905) 575-1212, ext. 3118
        or (519) 759-7200, ext. 3118
        Email: Amy Kelaidis

The Aboriginal Alumni Circle wishes to achieve a circle of committed graduates who are willing to dedicate a small amount of time towards keeping their Aboriginal community strong. Alumni may also provide personal and academic support to current Aboriginal students.

Contact:
        Taina Lickers
        Access & Student Recruitment Coordinator
        Aboriginal Student Services
        (905) 575-1212, ext. 3777
        or (519) 759-7200, ext. 3777
        Email: Taina Lickers

Students can access a comprehensive listing of available books, manuals, research papers, videos and guest speakers by contacting:

        Taina Lickers
        Access & Student Recruitment Coordinator
        Aboriginal Student Services
        (905) 575-1212, ext. 3777
        or (519) 759-7200, ext. 3777
        Email: Taina Lickers