The Gathering place
"Cplul’kw’ten"

The Gathering Place - House 5
Where Fun, Food and Community are a way of life!

Due to increasing popularity, the Gathering Place has now expanded. Read the press release for more information on the project.

The Gathering Place is a friendly and inviting aboriginal centre that provides information on all aspects of university life and doubles as space to socialize, study or just take a break from your day. It is truly a home away from home.

Supports at the Gathering Place Include

• On site computers
• Kitchen and lounge area
• Assistance in locating basic facilities such as: housing, daycare, transportation etc.
• Assistance with writing papers, assignments and readings
• Assistance applying for bursaries and scholarships
• Assistance with band funding applications
• Academic support options such as tutoring
• Library outreach program
• Various free seminars such as: life online, money matters and many more!
• Elder in the House program
• The Aboriginal Mentor Program is designed to assist new incoming students (1st and 2nd year) with a successful transition into Thompson Rivers University. If a new student would like to participate in the program, they will be matched to a Mentor who has gone through the Mentor Training so they will be better able to help the new student to be more successful in their transition. The mentoring will be on a one-to-one basis so that it is focused on each individual’s circumstances. The program is supported by the Aboriginal Mentor Coordinator (Vernie Clement) in The Gathering Place (House 5). If you are interested or have any questions please contact the Coordinator at 250.371.7838 or email vclement@tru.ca.

Health and Wellness at the Gathering Place

• Advocates for students on important issues such as discrimination and harassment.
• On site counselling 3 days a week. Counselling available all week long in the Old Main building.
• Social support system to enhance the sense of community.
• Potlucks, social events and fun games are just some of the things to look forward to at the Gathering Place.

Free soup and a bun day

Every Wednesday starting at 11:30 a.m. you can look forward to tasting one of the home made soups from the Culinary Arts building. So come enjoy a free hot meal at the Gathering Place while you socialize and make new friends!

Gathering Place Reception phone number 250-371-5508
Fax number 250-377-6077