Hometown/Band: James Smith Cree Nation
Program: Justice Studies diploma
Campus: Prince Albert
“Think about the benefits of pushing through and how rewarding it will feel.”
Emmet Constant is the second person in his family to pursue a Justice Studies diploma
at Saskatchewan Polytechnic. He’s following in his older sister’s footsteps who now
works at Pine Grove Correctional Facility north of Prince Albert. He sees it as a
steppingstone to a great career.
Emmet juggles a full class schedule with full time work in the hospitality industry.
He says, “I am proud to have managed both full time work and studies. I was able to
find time to take part in a two-week cultural study program in Mexico. Learning about
the judicial system in Mexico and about Mayan culture has been a highlight of my education.”
Connecting with Indigenous student advisors and using the Indigenous Students’ Centre
while on campus were important to Emmet’s success, including receiving student bursary
funds which helped financially. He says: “I wish I had more time to enjoy immersing
myself in campus life as the time goes by fast.”
Emmet sees himself working at the Saskatchewan Federal Penitentiary or with the RCMP.
His advice for others. “I’d like them to know Sask Polytech instructors are very supportive
and want you to succeed.”