Learning Transforms

Assistant professor Alison Shields invited Teresa Vander Meer-Chassé as an artist-in-residence to create beadwork and explore how she connects with students the Indigenous way. They explored what happened as Teresa sat at a table beading and took the time to meet with passersby and art education classrooms being sent her way. They sat with her and learned through watching and conversations. Connecting around a kitchen table brings out personal stories and larger questions. Let’s hear what they have to say about beadwork and how taking the time helps to learn and connect with each other.