The University of Windsor raised the First Nations flags of the Haudenosaunee, Métis, Walpole, Caldwell, and Aamjiwnaang First Nations in the CAW Student Centre on Tuesday, March 18.

Led by political science professor Esentsei Staats-Pangowish, this action is intended to foster a space where Indigenous students, faculty, and staff feel recognized, supported, and valued.

“Having Indigenous nations flags visible is a great way to start, continue, and increase the conversations on campus about Indigenous sovereignty in the colonial state of Canada,” says Staats-Pangowish. “The University as a whole has much more work to do and I intend to help in continuing to help settlers be aware of their treaty responsibilities here on Turtle Island.”