Through The Eyes of Travis Tafolla Since arriving here at Haskell, I have met countless people who uplift me and encourage me to be a better person. I’ve been attending Haskell for about 2 years now, and it’s been quite the experience. When I first arrived here, it was challengingContinue Reading
\ Photo coverage by: Alysah Carpenter The Indigenous community and its diverse tribes have cultivated numerous essential foods that have supported their resilience and prosperity over the years. Among these, blue corn stands out as a staple food cherished by many tribes. Blue cornmeal, a finely ground meal made fromContinue Reading
Curtis Hall is known as the most convenient, quick and easy gathering place, the heartbeat of Haskell’s home campus. We asked a few “Curtis warriors” and The Haskell Indian Leader staff what their favorite university meal is. “I love the baked potato bar. Rate:10/10,” said Tory G. “My favorite CurtisContinue Reading
On a rainy Sunday evening, the local community, Haskell students, and talented individuals came together for the Femme Fest. Many groups came to perform and help host the event in Tommaney Library, including Gamma Delta Pi, Lawrence All Ages Noise Destination, and The Emily Taylor Center of Gender Equity. ThereContinue Reading
Haskell Indian Nations University gives Native Americans from all around the United States opportunities to evolve in the world. I got the chance to speak with two students here on campus about the effects that Haskell has had on their lives and how it helped shape their careers. “I’d probablyContinue Reading
The Step by Step project began their state-wide initiative of hosting conversations on the climate change crisis and how individuals can become involved. On June 9th, 2022, their first event was held at the auditorium at the Haskell Indian Nations University with various members of the Lawrence community in attendance.Continue Reading
Transcript This November is Native American heritage month. During this month it’s important to bring awareness to current issues in the native communities. Missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and two-spirit is a major crisis in Native communities along with the missing children at residential schools TINA TOURTILLOTT: However, it’sContinue Reading
Growing up in a small town then transferring to a big city to go to school is a huge difference for two Haskell Indian Nation University students. From the Colville Reservation, 17-year-old Tym Washburn and 18-year-old Marisa McKissen described some things they had to adapt to when deciding to attendContinue Reading
Pride Month, in June, honors the 1969 Stonewall Riots, also known as the Gay Liberation Movement. This year, the Haskell Alumni Association is showing its support for LGBTQ2S+ students and alumni during Pride Month by creating rainbow Haskell t-shirts. The shirts are on sale now for $30, including delivery; proceedsContinue Reading
Covid-19 vaccination numbers continue to rise, with over 150 million people receiving their first dose; however, according to a CBS News poll, 4 in 10 Americans say they might get the vaccine or refuse it entirely. Alec Davis, a Junior at Haskell, explains his reasoning for not getting the vaccine, “I have had theContinue Reading