(Photo of artist Teresa Altiman posing with her sculpture courtesy of the University of Windsor)(Photo of artist Teresa Altiman posing with her sculpture courtesy of the University of Windsor)
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University of Windsor marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

The highlight of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation activities at the University of Windsor on Monday is a talk by an artist from the Walpole Island First Nation.

Teresa Altiman created "The Big Turtle" sculpture on the university's campus.

She'll speak about the inspiration and meaning behind the sculpture at River Commons.

Following Altiman's presentation, the public is invited on a walk around campus to the Orange Shirt Day flag outside Chrysler Hall Tower.

"Orange Shirt Day is a national movement to raise awareness about residential schools and the stories of survivors," said University Aboriginal Outreach and Retention Coordinator Kat Pasquach. "It's incredibly powerful to see how students and allies on our campus have embraced this opportunity to educate others about the importance of truth and reconciliation."

The "Every Child Matters" walk starts at noon at Vision Corridor near Art Windsor Essex.

Later in the afternoon, students and staff at the Faculty of Law will gather outside the Ron W. Ianni building, wearing orange shirts for a group photo.

Lights along the Turtle Island Walk on campus will also be lit up orange throughout October.

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