Shingabowassin Anishinaabe Student Organization (SASO)

Current Members

Evone Santiago

Event Coordinator

Brynn Jannetta

President

Angelina Cornwell

Treasurer

Corinne Waucaush

Vice President

Sae-Hoon (Tyler) Schneider

Secretary

Sawyer Dowd

Position Title

Luke Lyons

Position Title

Purpose and Function

  • To provide cultural, social, and academic support for Indigenous students who attend Lake Superior State University.
  • To increase Indigenous student participation in all aspects of the University.
  • To provide leadership, direction, resources, and encouragement for the Indigenous students at LSSU.
  • To consult with Indigenous students on issues of concern and resolution.
  • To assist Indigenous students with adjusting to the University environment.
  • To acknowledge and respect the language, culture, and social diversity of all Indigenous students.
  • To strengthen cultural competence between Indigenous students and non-Indigenous students.
  • To hold meetings, and organize fundraising and social functions for students.
  • To provide support and space to incoming and current Indigenous and non-Indigenous students.
  • To promote unity and diversity on the Lake Superior State University campus.
  • To collaborate with other student organizations and other community service organizations.