This BIP offers an immersive introduction to Indigenous writings of Canada, combining literary analysis, artistic practice and cultural exploration. Through the lens of the violence inflicted on Indigenous peoples by French and British colonial societies, the programme invites participants to reflect on key contemporary issues such as the acceptance of difference and resistance to dominant historical and cultural narratives.
Program
In a nutshell : The program blends lectures and interactive seminars, artistic workshops led by three renowned Indigenous Canadian women artists, and documentary screenings followed by discussions. Learning is further enriched by community-building activities, including shared meals, an exploration of the city of Pau through street art, and a visit to the Château de Pau, creating a dynamic and engaging learning experience that connects critical reflection, creativity and cultural discovery.
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Monday, April 20th
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Tuesday, April 21st
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Wednesday, April 22nd
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Thursday, April 23rd
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Friday, April 24th
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Morning
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Indigenous Youth and Identity Construction: Moira-Uashteskun Bacon’s Young Adult Novels
Marina Ortrud Hertrampf
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(Re)Mapping Space: Spatial Writing in the Works of Naomi Fontaine
Malgorzata Sokolowicz
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Art workshop: Beadwork
Virginia Pesemapeo Bordeleau
Film Screening and Discussion: Blue Bear Woman (Claude Hamel) - Discussion with Virginia Pesemapeo Bordeleau
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Art workshop: Creative Writing
Carole Labarre & Marie-Andrée Gill
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Visit to the Château de Pau
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Afternoon
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Wapikoni Mobile, or the Quest for Narrative Sovereignty through Short Films
Doris Gertraud Eibl
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Canadian Indigenous Literatures and the Challenge of Imposed Bilingualism: Resilience and Resistance
Franck Miroux
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Exploring the City of Pau through street art
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Film Screening and Discussion: My Name Is Human (Kim O’Bomsawin) - Discussion with Marie-Andrée Gill
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Closing Session
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Evening
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How to apply?
This BIP is open only to students from the UNITA Alliance. If you are interested, please contact the International Relations office or the UNITA office at your home university.
Practical information
If you apply for this BIP, once your attendance has been confirmed, you will receive a detailed guide to help you with your mobility. This guide includes information on accommodation, travel, cost of living, etc.
In the meantime here are a few information about our university
How to get to Pau ?
You can get to Pau by plane or by train.
The nearest airport to get to the university is Pau-Pyrénées Airport (PUF). It is located on Rte de l’Aéroport (64230 Uzein), 13km away from the university.
The nearest train station is Pau train station. It is located on Av. Jean Biray (64000 Pau), 5km away from the university.
Flight from Paris to Pau (approx. 1h30 trip)
Paris (ORY) ✈ Pau (PUF) with Amelia Company
Paris (CDG) ✈ Pau (PUF) with AirFrance Company
Train from Paris to Pau (from 4 to 6 hours trip)
Best option : Book a TGV INOUI train
from “Paris Montparnasse 1 et 2” - 4h30 (no transfer)
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from “Paris Aéroport Roissy Charles-de-Gaulle” - 6h (1 transfer)
Other option : Book a TGV INOUI train to Bordeaux and from there transfer to a TER train to Pau
!! We advise you to be careful with the name of the airports and train stations as there are many of them in Paris, and it can be a bit tricky!!
How to get to around ?
The IDELIS bus network serves the whole city of Pau. You can find all the bus’ maps and timetables or search for the best routes to get to your destination on the website www.idelis.fr
- The network’s main bus line is Line F: Fébus. It serves 14 stations from the François Mitterrand hospital to Pau train station. To get to the university, get off at the "Condorcet-Université" station, which is next to the Leclerc shopping mall.
- At night : IDELIS offers an evening network. Lines F, A, B, C, D and E run from 9.30 PM to midnight from Sunday to Thursday, and until 1.10 AM on Fridays and Saturdays. Connections are provided at “Pôle Bosquet”
From 9 PM to 1 AM, you can ask the driver to stop between 2 stops, except on the F line. Be sure to anticipate your request - only thedriver can validate it, to guarantee your safe descent!
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