Freda Ahenakew and Jean Okimāsis Nēhiyawēwin

The Freda Ahenakew and Jean Okimāsis Nēhiyawēwin scholarship is offered by First Nations University to support students pursuing studies in Cree language and Indigenous education programs. This scholarship is named after two distinguished Indigenous language scholars and educators. The award provides financial support to full-time students who have demonstrated commitment to Cree language studies or Indigenous education programs with a Cree language focus. Applicants must be enrolled in specific programs related to Cree language education or Indigenous Studies with a Cree minor/concentration, and must have completed at least 30 credit hours while maintaining full-time enrollment status.