Meet The Editor-In-Chief
Allison Levering- Winnebago/Omaha Tribe of Nebraska
Hanac, Hinikaragiwi! Hoocak Rasra Maakewinga Hiingire. Maixete rasra Allison Levering ga Hiingire. Huc Hikikarac wa’u’jena. Nisoc eja Haci howajena.
Hello everyone! I greet you all with a warm heart. My name is Allison Levering, and I’m a 20-year-old sophomore at Haskell Indian Nations University, pursuing a degree in Media Communications with a focus on journalism. I plan to continue my education in American Indian Studies to deepen my understanding of our histories and advocate for Indian country through storytelling.
I belong to the Bear Clan of the Winnebago (Ho-Chunk) and Omaha Tribes of Nebraska, and I’m honored to serve as the President of the Haskell Indian Leader newspaper. I also help lead “The Haskell Hour” radio show at Kansas University. In addition to my club responsibilities and academic pursuits, I am the Co-Captain of the Haskell Cheer Squad and a student ambassador for the Fall 2024 season. I am grateful for these opportunities to make my tracks here at HINU.
In my free time, I enjoy creating art through seamstry and beadwork, and I love to dance as a Jingle Dress dancer at powwows on the weekends. I also produce music as a hobby. Through my media and storytelling, I hope to inspire others on their journey of cultural reconnection and mentor those interested in all forms of journalism.
I’m eager to learn more about Haskell’s current student body and share our stories with the world. If you have a story to share, please contact us through social media or email us at indianleader10@gmail.com.
Heskejen, Wainigii nap sana wi. (That’s all for now, thank you for reading.)
Allison Levering
Maa’kewi
“She who digs in the Earth”
President- Haskell Indian Leader Newspaper