Beyond The Textbook
Beyond The Textbook
Podcast Description
Beyond the Textbook is a student-led and produced podcast that explores student life ad stories at UCalgary. The series showcases the work completed by Communication Studies majors in COMS 591 Capstone Seminar in Communication and Media Studies.
This project has been funded in part by the Government of Canada’s Innovative Work Integrated Learning program and CEWIL Canada’s iHUB.
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The podcast focuses on student life, academic exploration, and community engagement, with episodes covering topics like Indigenous perspectives in sustainability practices and the role of student organizations in fostering inclusivity. Specific episodes dive into how diverse knowledge systems enhance campus strategies and promote ethical engagement.

Beyond the Textbook is a student-led and produced podcast that explores student life ad stories at UCalgary. The series showcases the work completed by Communication Studies majors in COMS 591 Capstone Seminar in Communication and Media Studies.
This project has been funded in part by the Government of Canada’s Innovative Work Integrated Learning program and CEWIL Canada’s iHUB.
Episode 5: Education
In this podcast episode, we reflected on our experiences from our capstone class and our engagement with Indigenous ethical protocols, culture, and perspectives. We discuss what we learned about how to respectfully engage with Indigenous knowledge as individuals outside the community. This episode also features an insightful interview with Matthew Antonius, a representative from the Writing Symbols Lodge, who shares valuable perspectives and guidance on respectful engagement. For those looking to learn more, we’ve included resources and programs available at the University of Calgary and beyond.![]()

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