Aboriginal Education Council (AEC)

Mandate

In liaison with the Fleming College Board of Governors, the Aboriginal Education Council (AEC) will create a strong Aboriginal voice determinate of Aboriginal cultural values and traditions, with responsibilities to further expand and improve Aboriginal Education and broaden the Aboriginal experience for all.

Goals

In carrying out its mandate in the spirit of mutual respect and benefit, shared with the Board of Governors, the AEC will pursue the following goals:

1. Enrich the academic and cultural life of Aboriginal learners
2. Advise on the College's strategies to sustain an overall Aboriginal presence throughout Fleming College
3. Identify issues which may affect the quality of education for Aboriginal students at Fleming, and examine potential ways of addressing solutions
4. Guide the development of a college environment which will break down barriers and provide full access, participation and success for Aboriginal students in Fleming programs
5. Actively liaise with Aboriginal communities and organizations so as to work together to meet their needs
6. Advise on the College's strategies for recruitment, development and retention of Aboriginal faculty, staff and students
7. Advise on the College's strategies for ongoing relevant professional development for current faculty and staff
8. Review and endorse the design, development, content and ongoing implementation of all Aboriginal education, training and service programs
9. Guide the development and maintenance of a mechanism for the legitimacy of Aboriginal curriculum
10. Initiate academic programs to ensure relevant and accurate representation of Aboriginal peoples' experience
11. Provide a forum for broad discussion on Aboriginal perspectives related to post secondary education

2011/2012 AEC Membership

There are 24 seats on the Fleming College Aboriginal Education Council comprised of Aboriginal community representatives, Aboriginal learners, Aboriginal Student Services staff, and College administration, faculty and staff. All members of the Aboriginal Education Council have a voice and decisions are made through consensus.

Community Representatives

Aboriginal Learners

Fleming Staff