Brock University has announced that its Indigenous co-curricular program has been renamed “Ode’min Wigwam,” an Anishinaabemowin name that translates to Strawberry Lodge in English. “The strawberry’s seeds are on the outside, which means its most vulnerable part is shown to the world. Because of this, the seeds spread easily so future plants can grow,” explained Brock Program Consultant Michelle Root. “In the same way, we hope students in our program will continue learning and sharing their knowledge to help future generations.” The name was given as a sacred gift by Elder Peter Beaucage through a traditional Naming Ceremony on the university’s campus.
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