June 2, 2024, marks the 100th anniversary of The Indian Citizen Act. However, in 1924, while Native Americans were finally recognized as citizens of the United States, they did not have the same rights as other Americans. Their right to vote was challenged for many more decades; tactics like pollContinue Reading
From October 3-5, 2024, the Haskell Indian Nation’s University AISES chapter will participate in the annual national conference in San Antonio, Texas. A dedicated group of nine students will represent Haskell, eager to engage with peers and professionals in science and engineering. Founded in 1977 by Native scientists, engineers, andContinue Reading
On Sept. 21 and 22, 2024, the Haskell Indian Nations University, Southern Cheyenne, and Arapaho tribes hosted a Bison Harvest and Cookout on the university’s powwow grounds. The exciting event was postponed from last year to now, but it was definitely worth the wait. It was open to the public,Continue Reading
“It’s just wrong, you know? It’s, like, decades and decades of just stomping on Haskell and twisting the knife, as far as no justice for indigenous people in Lawrence,” said Courtney King. According to a university statement, Baker University has been approached by a private investment firm interested in purchasingContinue Reading
On Monday, April 22, 2024, at 6 PM, Haskell students, faculty, alumni, and more gathered at the Haskell Powwow grounds to celebrate the beginning of the Haskell royalty competition with a cultural dinner. During this dinner, contestants had the opportunity to share more about themselves and their platform.Continue Reading
Myrna Redleaf (she/her) is a junior at Haskell and is a new addition to the Haskell chapter of AISES; she has worked with the team on their beehive and rocketry teams. To prepare for this workshop, Redleaf has been working to educate herself on the NASA Sounding Rocket Program andContinue Reading
Every Wednesday, at 5 PM, room 119 in Tommaney Library at Haskell becomes alive with eager students and faculty members. They gather, seeking a moment of peace from the whirlwind of their daily routines, under the guidance of Jennifer Nelson. It’s here, among mats and calm, deep breaths, that NelsonContinue 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 provides many services to students who want to open their horizons and explore new things. Though Haskell may not possess every major that students may be pursuing, Haskell can provide some pathways to start student’s pursuits while attending Haskell. The two programs are the Bridges program and the ExchangeContinue 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