Dominique Chudd

Master of Arts in Cultural Studies

Born and raised in Gimli, Dominique chose UWinnipeg for its tight-knit community, which reminded them of the friendliness of a small town. They completed two bachelor’s degrees, in Biochemistry and English, before entering the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

Dominique’s research focuses on how meaning and power are contested in medicine and healthcare. Their work experience included a medical assistantship at the Women’s Health Clinic, and an administrative support role with the Sport Manitoba Clinic.

During their master’s studies, Dominique also served as a Research Assistant, helping to archive data collected for the federally-funded Six Seasons of the Asiniskaw Īthiniwak (Rocky Cree) Project. They enjoyed the opportunity to work alongside UWinnipeg faculty and Elders from Rocky Cree communities in northern Manitoba.

As a graduate student, Dominique was a regular at Métis beading circles and at a reading group hosted by the Centre for Research in Cultural Studies. Their extra-curricular pursuits include Ukrainian dance and recreational soccer, ultimate Frisbee, and volleyball.

Dominique received numerous awards and scholarships at UWinnipeg, including making the Dean’s Honour List seven times. They also twice received the Westshore Community Foundation Scholarship, a community award for students from the Interlake area of Manitoba.

Dominique has already begun a two-year master’s program at the University of Manitoba to become a Physician Assistant. Their goal is to establish a health-care practice that challenges medical discrimination and promotes holistic, community-based care.

The University of Winnipeg is proud to honour Dominique Chudd as valedictorian.