On Wednesday, October 8, 2025, Haskell Indian Nations University celebrated Homecoming week with a round dance at the Haskell Powwow Grounds from 7 to 9 p.m. Hosted by the Haskell Powwow Club, the evening brought students, alumni, and community members together in celebration, song, and unity. A highlight of theContinue Reading
The Haskell and KU communities gathered outside Strong Hall at the University of Kansas this morning for a tipi raising led by Miss Haskell, Angelina Giago. Beginning at 9:30 a.m., the event brought together students, faculty, and community members in a shared celebration of culture, unity, and representation. Giago saidContinue Reading
LAWRENCE, Kan.- Haskell Indian Nations University held its annual bison harvest on Saturday, September 27, at the Haskell powwow grounds. Hosted by the USDA Extension Program, the event welcomed students, staff, and community members to take part in the tradition. The harvest was made possible through the Osage Nation, whoContinue Reading
When Ishta Wabaunsee heard her name called as the new Miss AIHEC, she was stunned. Representing Haskell Indian Nations University on a national stage, she had just earned one of the highest honors in tribal college student leadership. What began as encouragement from a family friend and mentor quickly grewContinue Reading
Haskell Indian Nations University hosted Presidential Presentations on September 25–26, 2025, in the Haskell Auditorium. The sessions introduced candidates for the university president role, giving students, staff, and faculty the chance to hear their vision and ask questions. These presentations take place only when the presidential position is open forContinue Reading
HINU alumni Derek Havern, Isaiah Williams, Quentin Raynor, and Isiah Strom are on a mission to give back to Native communities through their brand, N:DN Time Athletics. What began as a vision to create apparel has grown into something much bigger—a movement dedicated to empowering Native youth and athletes. “WeContinue Reading
LAWRENCE, KANSAS – September 11, 2024, at 12:30 p.m., SSgt Joshua Hernandez celebrated a major milestone in his military career with a promotion ceremony. Hernandez, a proud Haskell Rascal, is the youngest son of Jan Begay, who devoted 40 years of service to Haskell Indian Nations University. Raised in LawrenceContinue Reading
When De’Ara Dosela first stepped onto the runway, she carried more than a dress or a designer’s vision—she carried the prayers of her people. A White Mountain Apache woman from the Fort Apache Reservation in Whiteriver, Arizona, Dosela grew up with teachings of love, faith, and respect, lessons that stayedContinue Reading
Five Haskell Indian Nations University students traveled to the Indigenous Media Conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico, from August 13–15, returning with a total of 12 national awards between two student news organizations. Three students attended with The Indian Leader, earning nine awards, while two students attended with the University ofContinue Reading
Do you have a bold design idea that represents Haskell pride or the spirit of The Indian Leader? Now’s your chance to turn it into something wearable. The Indian Leader is hosting a T-Shirt Design Contest, and we want to see what you can create. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or someone whoContinue Reading