A puzzle depicting two halves: the left side with traditional Indigenous art and symbols, and the right with books, a microscope, and a laptop, seamlessly interlocked.

Imagine a puzzle. On the left side, the pieces are adorned with vibrant, traditional Indigenous art—think intricate patterns, symbols of nature like animals or the sun, and representations of community and spirituality. These pieces embody Indigenous ways of knowing: holistic, relational, and deeply connected to the land. On the right side, the puzzle pieces shift to depict elements of Western knowledge—images of books, scientific tools like a microscope, or modern technology such as a laptop—symbolizing structured, analytical, and evidence-based approaches to learning. As the puzzle comes together, these two distinct sets of pieces interlock seamlessly in the center, forming a complete and unified image. See more