The Trish Monture Centre

The Trish Monture Centre is a central space in the College of Arts and Science dedicated to student success. Visitors to "the TMC" (Arts 250) will find a bright and welcoming student space, perfect to visit and study. The TMC is smudge-friendly and food-friendly, with access to Wi-fi, a microwave, and kitchenette.

Trish Monture (1958–2010)

Dr. Patricia “Trish” Monture-Angus (1958–2010) was an accomplished scholar, lawyer, writer, mother, activist, and highly respected faculty member in the College of Arts and Science. In November 2014, the Aboriginal Student Achievement and Transition Program Office was renamed in honour of her profound contributions. Programming coordinated through the Trish Monture Centre includes academic initiatives, student cohort programs, and holistic academic advising that honours the diversity of learning experiences students bring to our campus community.

TMC Academic Initiatives

Academic initiatives coordinated through the Trish Monture Centre provide a strong start to 60+ degree programs in the College of Arts and Science, and beyond. With an explicit focus on building academic skills and confidence, TMC courses aim to meet students at point of potential (vs. preparation) and celebrate the knowledge traditions of our Treaty spaces with culturally-responsive instruction, tutorial groups, and developmental academic coaching grounded in a lifelong learning framework.

2025-2026 TMC Academic Initiatives

Students registering through Indigenous Student Achievement Pathways (ISAP) and University of Saskatchewan Transition Entrance Program (USTEP), and students who have completed fewer than 60 credit units (academic years 1 and 2) have priority registration in TMC Academic Initiatives.

TMC Cohort Programs

Facilitated by A & S staff, TMC Cohort students meet once per month to discuss shared points of experience and topics of interest. Connect to resources and build a community of support for your learning journey!

2025-2026 Cohort Programs

  • A & S Research Explorers – We invite undergraduate students with an interest in research and/or graduate studies to create a network of support and develop their research skills. Students meet on a regular basis to participate in workshops, connect with campus resources, share stories, and build a competitive research portfolio that can be used for applications to graduate school, scholarships, and future employment opportunities!

    Learn more and request to register by emailing tmc.info@usask.ca with "Research Explorers” in the subject line; capacity 30 students per academic year.

  • A & S Leaders Today – This programming is designed to deepen mentorship skills, foster community, and cultivate leadership among current student leaders, including peer mentors engaged with FLEX, USTEP and ISAP Learning Communities. Through workshops, discussion, and reflective practice, participants strengthen their ability to support peers and navigate the campus environments. The cohort empowers mentors to grow as confident, empathetic leaders both within and beyond their campus communities.

    Registration is by peer mentor coordinator and/or academic advisor recommendation. Email tmc.info@usask.ca or evan.potts@usask.ca to learn more.

  • A & S Student Parents – Are you a student parent who would appreciate opportunities to connect and share tips and strategies with other student parents? This is the group for you. We’ll meet once a month, with remote participation options, to discuss shared topics of interest throughout the academic year. Once per term, you and your children will be invited to participate in an A & S Families event hosted by campus youth programmers (e.g. Museum of Natural Sciences, Diefenbaker Canada Centre, Huskies Athletics, other).

    Learn more and request to participate by emailing tmc.info@usask.ca with "A & S Student Parents” in the subject line; capacity 30 parents per ter

Download Cohort Program PDF

TMC Academic Advising

TMC Academic Advisors work from a position of "learning together" with students in ISAP and USTEP First Year Learning Communities, and with students in general undergraduate programs who have experienced nontraditional pathways to post-secondary education.

Our goal is to help students to find a sense of balance and momentum during their time as a student, allowing them to prioritize academics while growing as whole and healthy individuals. We offer students a spirit of friendship and respect as we walk with them through their studies and lifelong learning journey.

We support student preparation and participation in curricular and extended learning opportunities, provide coaching on time management and financial advocacy, and meet student inquiries through a personalized lens.

TMC Academic Advisors for Indigenous Students work fluidly with the Undergraduate Student Advising Office (in Arts 265) to greet students’ mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual selves with expertise specific to their student experience.

Get in touch!

TMC Academic Advisors

Rhonda Miller

Farrah Weenie

The Trish Monture Centre

 : tmc.info@usask.ca
 : 306-966-1681
 : Arts 250 (top of the Arts Ramp)
 : 9 am–noon and 1 pm–4 pm
: Monday–Friday

FAQ

TMC Academic Initiatives invite students to challenge themselves in a team-focused learning environment where high instructor-to-student ratio maximize opportunities for co-learning, responsive assessment, connection to Indigenous culture and local perspectives, and development of academic confidence in each student. 

100-level and 90-level courses offered through TMC Academic Initiatives meet and exceed USask standards for instruction and are strong preparation for continuing studies in the 60+ degree programs offered in the College of Arts and Science.

You can submit requests but should be aware that students registered through the College of Arts and Science ISAP and U-STEP Learning Communities will have priority registration. If the course is at capacity for general population seats, we will let you know promptly.

The College of Arts and Science coordinates three learning community programs that offer students with similar disciplinary interests the opportunity to build community by taking courses together. Learn more about FLEX, ISAP and USTEP, and find enrollment information here: https://artsandscience.usask.ca/students/lc.php

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