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Join us for an incredible reading session with the talented author and activist Katlia Lafferty as she shares powerful e...
06/02/2026

Join us for an incredible reading session with the talented author and activist Katlia Lafferty as she shares powerful excerpts from her latest book, Mother Earth Is Our Elder.

🌎This Globe and Mail Bestseller invites readers to immerse themselves in Indigenous wisdom and strengthen their bond with the land. Through captivating stories and personal experiences, Katlia reveals how we can truly listen to, honor and learn from Mother Earth.

Mother Earth is Our Elder is a generous, pragmatic and hopeful book that shows us how to find coexistence with Mother Earth and embrace the wisdom of our local Indigenous communities.

📆 Tuesday, June 16
⏰ 10:00am - 12:00pm
🏫 KPU Surrey
📍 Arbutus 1780

After the reading, don't miss out on the chance to engage in a Q&A session, meet the author in person and purchase signed copies of the book!

Be part of this enriching journey of storytelling, learning and connection!

June is Pride Month - a time to celebrate love, identity, self-expression and community. 🌈Pride is about showing up as y...
06/01/2026

June is Pride Month - a time to celebrate love, identity, self-expression and community. 🌈

Pride is about showing up as your authentic self, supporting one another and creating spaces where everyone feels seen, respected and valued. ❤️

This month and every month, we celebrate diversity, inclusion and the many voices that make our community stronger. ❤️

Happy Pride Month!

June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, an opportunity to learn about the unique cultures, traditions and e...
06/01/2026

June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, an opportunity to learn about the unique cultures, traditions and experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis who have lived on this land since time immemorial and whose presence continues to shape Canada today.

It is also an opportunity to reflect on the importance of truth, reconciliation, and continued learning, while honouring the voices, stories, and resilience of Indigenous communities. ❤️🖤💛🤍

The best way to gain a deeper understanding of First Nations, Inuit and Métis experiences is through their own voices:
• read books by Indigenous authors
• attend events and community gatherings
• watch films or performances
• listen to music by Indigenous artists
• follow First Nations, Inuit and Métis creators on social media

What will you do? Let us know in the comments below.⬇️

For Colleen, leadership is not about authority, it's about responsibility.When elders placed an eagle feather in Colleen...
05/29/2026

For Colleen, leadership is not about authority, it's about responsibility.

When elders placed an eagle feather in Colleen Spier's hands, they told her, "We saw a great leader in you."
For Colleen, who is Metis-Cree, it was not just a moment of recognition - it was the highest honour she's ever received.

She's carried that promise every day since, leading with empathy, integrity and a commitment to lifting others as she rose through her career. Her journey has been one of resilience, transformation and a relentless drive to change a justice system that has long failed Indigenous people. That journey has led her to two of the most consequential roles in British Columbia's justice landscape. Today, she is a provincial court judge and previously served as the first provincial assistant deputy minister of the Indigenous Justice Secretariat.

We’re always proud of KPU graduates whose success reflects their hard work, leadership and positive contributions to their communities and industries.

Read Colleen's full story in Issue 9 (page 13) of the KPU Alumni Magazine: alumni.kpu.ca/magazineiss9

Nominate a KPU Arts Faculty, Staff, Student or Alumni! 🥇The Faculty of Arts Research and Scholarship Mentorship Award is...
05/28/2026

Nominate a KPU Arts Faculty, Staff, Student or Alumni! 🥇
The Faculty of Arts Research and Scholarship Mentorship Award is conferred annually to recognize research and scholarly pursuits that enrich the quality of the educational experience for students in the Faculty of Arts by creating meaningful and rewarding opportunities for them to engage in and learn about research and scholarship through their involvement in a scholarly undertaking.

The award emphasizes the quality of the students’ experience in the research and scholarly process. As such, it attaches emphasis to the model of research as a collaborative undertaking that involves continuous mentoring, active guidance, and a persistent pedagogical orientation.

To find more information and/or to nominate:
🔗 kpu.ca/RSAward

Nominations are now open! 🌟The Dean of Arts Service Award is presented annually to recognize outstanding service by facu...
05/28/2026

Nominations are now open! 🌟
The Dean of Arts Service Award is presented annually to recognize outstanding service by faculty members in the Faculty of Arts. All faculty who teach primarily or exclusively in the Faculty of Arts are eligible, except any faculty member who has won the award within the past five years.

Criteria:
Faculty are expected to demonstrate contribution to the community (external, internal). Service includes contributions to Faculty and University committees and engagement and leadership in activities that support good governance of the Faculty or the University. Service may include engaging and leading in community based activities that foster and promote the University’s reputation externally. Candidates for the Dean of Arts Service Award will have demonstrated outstanding contributions in any or all of the following areas:

⭐ Educational and/or governance activities or committees at the departmental, program, and/or institutional level
⭐ Department and University affairs
⭐ Fostering student life, teaching excellence, and effective education at KPU through service
⭐ Organizations (including learned and professional associations) external to the University

To find more information or to submit a nomination:
🔗 kpu.ca/arts/service-award

🎉 Today is Declaration Day! 🎉Thinking about declaring your program? Stop by the Arbutus Galley between 9:30am and 4:30pm...
05/27/2026

🎉 Today is Declaration Day! 🎉
Thinking about declaring your program? Stop by the Arbutus Galley between 9:30am and 4:30pm to chat with a Faculty of Arts Degree Advisor and get your questions answered.

✨ Advisor advice
📸 Photo booth + props
🎁 Swag & giveaways

Come by, learn more about your next steps, and celebrate your academic journey!

Declaration Day is tomorrow! 🎓✨ Not sure which major is right for you? This is your sign to take our Arts Discipline Mat...
05/26/2026

Declaration Day is tomorrow! 🎓✨

Not sure which major is right for you? This is your sign to take our Arts Discipline Match Quiz before it’s time to declare.
Whether you’re passionate about people, storytelling, social change, creativity, culture, psychology, policy, media or big ideas, the Faculty of Arts has a path that fits your interests and career goals.

Our Arts Discipline Match Quiz can help you:
• explore programs you may not have considered
• connect your interests to possible careers
• learn where your strengths fit best
• feel more confident about declaring your major

A few minutes today could help shape your future tomorrow.

Take the quiz, discover your match and get ready for Declaration Day!


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Thinking about declaring your program at KPU? 🎓 Declaring your major is a simple but important step toward focusing your...
05/26/2026

Thinking about declaring your program at KPU? 🎓

Declaring your major is a simple but important step toward focusing your studies and planning your path to graduation. At KPU, students can declare their program once they meet the requirements for their chosen credential.

Not sure where to begin? Connect with an Academic Advisor. They can help you confirm your program requirements, check your progress and walk you through the declaration process step by step.

Don't forget that Declaration Day is coming up tomorrow and is the perfect time to meet with an Arts Advisor, ask questions and of course, declare!

📅 Wednesday, May 27
⏲️ 9:30am to 4:30pm
🗺️ KPU Surrey Campus - Arbutus Gallery
🔗 kpu.ca/declarationday

🎁 PLUS—don’t miss out on our BONUS GIFT CARD DRAW! 🎁
Just stop by for a chat with an advisor to learn how you can enter to win a Campus Store gift card - how awesome is that?

Are you planning to declare? Let us know in the comments below!

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