AU announces interdisciplinary Master of Science in Earth System Science

Athabasca University has announced a new interdisciplinary Master of Science in Earth System Science. Students will be able to specialize in one of six focus areas: Bioinformatics, Climate Change, Environmental Analytics, Environmental Science, Environmental Space Science, and Quaternary Earth Systems. The program will include hands-on learning and collaboration opportunities. AU Associate Dean, Student Experience Dr […]

Athabasca University has improved its Nukskahtowin website to ensure staff, faculty, students, and the broader community can access Indigenous knowledge and supports more easily. The hub was first established in 2001 as the Centre for World Indigenous Knowledge and Research and was given its current name by AU Elder in Residence Maria Campbell in 2018. […]

Athabasca University is launching three new courses that tackle anti-Indigenous racism in health care. These courses are designed to teach professionals working in healthcare professionals and related fields about the struggles that Indigenous communities face and how they can identify and confront systemic racism. The Indigenous Health and Wellness, Advocacy, and Allyship MOOC will cover […]

Several institutions have issued advisories to faculty, staff, and students in light of the Canada Post labour disruption. Athabasca University began shipping all course material deliveries by courier when it received notice of the strike; similarly, Dalhousie University and the University of Victoria both advised their staff and faculty to hold their outgoing mail until […]