Aboriginal students at Capilano University have a beautiful new space in which to learn

Aboriginal students at Capilano University have a beautiful new space in which to learn and embrace their heritage with the official opening of the university’s Aboriginal Student Centre. Kéxwusm-·yákn (A Place to Meet), the Squamish Nation name given to the Aboriginal Student Centre, provides a welcoming multi-purpose space for students to meet, study, share meals, collaborate and learn from each other and First Nations elders. “The province’s investment in this and other gathering places shows our commitment to improving the quality of life and educational experiences of Aboriginal students,” said John Yap, minister of Advanced Education, Innovation and Technology. “Capilano Univer-sity welcomes Aboriginal students in a space that celebrates their unique heritage and supports an environment for success not only in post-secondary education, but in their lives and careers.”