Rain or Shine: Curtis Hall Keeps Serving Through the Storm
A severe thunderstorm rolled through Lawrence, Kansas, on Sunday, April 26, 2026, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and the possibility of hail. Sirens went off at 3 p.m. across Lawrence, and Haskell students received a notification that severe weather was ahead. Then came the rain, while students at Roe CloudContinue Reading
Preparing Students for Future Grant Proposals: Celebrating Mother Earth Traditional Powwow
On April 22, 2026, at Haskell Indian Nations University, students in the Haskell native dance class and the Haskell AISES chapter organized “Celebrating Mother Earth Traditional Powwow,” in recognition of Earth Day, bringing students and community members together to celebrate Indigenous culture and environmental stewardship. This event was held fromContinue Reading
Captivating the Indigenous College Experience on Stage
Lawrence, KS- April 25,2026, Community members of Lawrence and Haskell Indian Nations University (HINU) filled the auditorium at Haskell University on Saturday to view the debut production of Wounspe Wanktya: A College Education, by the ThunderBird Theater. Wounspe Wanktya: A College Education, by Alexandria Ramier, tells the story of twoContinue Reading
Voting for Your Future: Civil Engagement Event at HINU Discusses the Importance of Young Indigenous Voters.
Lawrence, KS- Students gathered at the Tommany Library on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 evening to hear from members of The Kansas Voter Network, Loud Light, and the Climate + Energy Project (CPE) to discuss the importance of “voting power” among young adults. “Your voice and vote are crucial now moreContinue Reading
Almost Over
Haskell Indian Nations University played the University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy in St. Louis over the weekend in a four-game series. Haskell lost three in a row before ending the weekend series with a win. The first game started off in Haskell’s favor as they took a two-run leadContinue Reading
A memory from an Ojibwe Elder
A memory I have from White Earth, Minnesota, is when I was learning to sew. Beverly St. John was teaching me how to use the sewing machine. We started talking about people who are good at beading and whether she ever wanted to bead. I remember she turned towardContinue Reading
When do I say it’s okay to move on?
Am I better? Am I worse? I don’t know I don’t I…….. Can’t. I can’t hold on…. To grief…… To pain….. Taking Up Space I need comfort Love Joy Flowers Smiles Laughter People New things Grief Fear Took upContinue Reading
Get Your Brooms Out
Haskell Indian Nations University defeated Kansas Christian College twice in this latest series at home. This is the first time Haskell has won a home series on the new field, and the first time this season it has won back-to-back games. They won the first game 5-4 and the secondContinue Reading
Tough Sledding, but it’s All Downhill From Here
Haskell Indian Nations University played the University of Saint Mary (Kan.) in a doubleheader at home on April 8, 2026, losing both games. The first game went extra innings, 5-6, and the second ended in a run-rule loss, 0-8. The first game started with Saint Mary getting a two-run leadContinue Reading
Haskell Students Promoting Sustainability With Fashion
Buying clothing can harm the environment, with fast fashion being the second-largest consumer of water and responsible for about 10% of global carbon emissions. However, fashion is a staple for all college students, wherever they might be; it is a way to help express themselves. So, where can students getContinue Reading