GDI Programs and Services

Gabriel Dumont College (GDC)

About Gabriel Dumont College

Gabriel Dumont College delivers the first two years of a Bachelor of Arts and Science degree through the University of Saskatchewan. GDC courses are offered in Saskatoon, at the University of Saskatchewan, and in Prince Albert.

GDC provides an academic, cultural and social environment that encourages learning and academic excellence among its students, enhances their self-image, while at the same time stressing the high value of Métis culture.

The following two mission objectives will give the direction and a sense of purpose to GDC:

1. A high priority will be placed on the recognition and promotion of Métis culture; and,
   
2. A high priority will be placed on the development and delivery of Gabriel Dumont College programs and activities that are consistent with and promote Métis culture and which recognize the Métis students entering the program as members of a distinct cultural group.

GDC has as its main focus, Arts and Science courses in the areas of Native Studies, Métis History, Métis Literature, and Indigenous Languages. Other Arts and Science courses are also available. All GDC courses require application and approval.

GDC courses are available to all Métis people who meet the entrance requirements and who are accepted by the College. Non-Métis may apply and be enrolled in GDC courses.

The aims and objectives of the Gabriel Dumont College are:

•  To encourage and promote Métis cultural identity and heritage among Métis students, both individually and collectively;

•  To provide an educational environment that meets the academic, social and cultural needs of each individual student;

•  To foster the development of each student's potential, in terms of their skills, abilities, understandings, attitudes and values;

•  To educate students in a manner that is sensitive to the educational needs of students of Métis ancestry;

•  To develop the student's potential as an individual and as a contributor to both the Métis and non-Métis communities;

•  To educate Métis graduates who provide role models for all students and the educational community as a whole;

•  To encourage community involvement in the educational and cultural activities of the Gabriel Dumont College; and to deliver a culturally sensitive program; and,

•  To ensure that people of Métis ancestry are adequately represented within the college of Arts and Science, as well as other professional colleges.

The Gabriel Dumont College delivers a culturally sensitive program that strives to:

•  Instill a desire for learning and seeking knowledge;
  
•  Instill a sense of responsibility as individuals belonging to a group with an ability to work co-operatively to define and achieve goals;
  
• Instill a better understanding of the full impact of Métis history and culture on Canadian development;
  
• Develop skills and upgrade studen's abilities in academic areas as required;
  
• Emphasize language training and the development of various Aboriginal languages and English as a second language/dialect; and to develop Cross-Cultural Education courses to assist in the removal of racial barriers and cultural misunderstanding.

Student Services

The Gabriel Dumont College offers the following services to its students:

•  Individual pre-admission counseling
  
•  Personalized orientation to campus and academic life
  
•  On-going personal, academic, financial and career/employment counseling
  
•  Referral to additional services
  
•  Information about social and cultural activities
  
•  Community liaison activities and recruitment

•  Diagnosis and individualized help to develop skills that may be lacking
  
•  Coordination of tutorials, study skills and other remedial measures at the student’s request.
  
•  Information about the University of Saskatchewan's various programs and colleges
  
•  Information regarding scholarships, bursaries and employment programs
  
•  Assistance with adjusting to the socialization factors associated with relocation and urbanization

Funding

For qualified students of Métis and Non-Status Indian ancestry, the program covers University tuition fees. Most GDC students borrow money from the Canada and Saskatchewan Student Loan programs while attending University.

Entrance Requirements

Applicants who meet the following standards are considered for admission into the Gabriel Dumont College:

• Regular university entrance requirements:

• Grade 12 with a 70 percent average in 7 approved courses including Fine Arts and/or a language at the 30 level.

• Adult or special admission requirements:

• 21 years of age or over; ABE or GED 12 preferred

Application

To apply to the Gabriel Dumont College:

• Complete an application form and submit three letters of reference, as described on the application form.

• Submit a handwritten statement declaring your reasons for applying and outlining abilities you have to enter a professional training program.

• Applications are due by May 1st

Applications are available from your Métis Local or visit the SUNTEP campus nearest you.

Selection

Applicants will be interviews by a screening committee. Successful applicants should demonstrate:

• A commitment to education and a strong desire to work towards its achievement

• Interest in learning about Aboriginal cultures and working with and for Métis and First Nations people.
  

   GDC Brochure

   GDC Application Form

Gabriel Dumont College (GDC) Graduate Studies

Gabriel Dumont College (GDC) Graduate Student Bursary Program

  GDC Graduate Bursary Information

  GDC Graduate Bursary Application

  GDC Graduate Bursary Terms of Reference

  GDC Graduate Bursary Financial Declaration

GDC Graduate Bursary Recipients