Vernon Mishiikenh Altiman

Lecturer

E-mail: va18@queensu.ca
Phone: 613-533-2075
Office: Kingston Hall 406
Office hours: Thursdays 2:30-4:00

About

Boozhoo gakina awiiya, Mishiikenh indizhinaakaz idash Mishiikenh nindodem. Mikinakominis o’omaa onjii’ idash Bkejwanong daa anakiyaad izhinakaadeg indonjiiba. Aandek Zaaga’igan izhinakaadeg indendaa noongom. Vern Altiman zhaaganaashimowin indizhinakaaz miiniwaa’ apijii nimino ayaa gaye niminwendam gekinoo’ amaagooyan oma’ ayaayan Gichii Ogimaa Ikwe gakina’ amaadii’igamig

Greetings everyone, my name is Turtle and I am Turtle Clan. I originate from here on Turtle Island and come from a place called Bkejwanong Territory. I now live at a place named Crow Lake. Vern Altiman is my English name and I am very pleased to be your instructor here at Queen's University.

Upon completion of this course you will be able to introduce yourself in a culturally appropriate manner in Anishinaabemowin, as well as, understand concepts related to the language. I have studied Anishinaabemowin for over 25 years with many traditional Elders in our Anishinaabeg community and I’ve taught formally at Georgian College and in various other community capacities.

Teaching

Prof. Altiman is teaching following courses:
ANSH 101: Beginning Anishinaabe Language and Culture I
ANSH 102: Beginning Anishinaabe Language and Culture II