On September 28, 2024, Haskell Indian Nations University welcomed students, athletes, clubs, and community members into the fall semester! The Lawrence community filled the Haskell Powwow Grounds with honor to remember Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) victims across Tribal Nations. Head Lady Dancer Allison Levering and family sponsored a Red Dress SpecialContinue Reading
Photo coverage By: Allison Levering Written by: Allison Levering Co-Writer: Emmalee Fields LAWRENCE, KS On the evening of Monday, September 30th, 2024, The Haskell student body gathered at the sacred fireplace lit by guidance counselor Manny King near the auditorium and was led in a prayer and invocation by Dr.Continue Reading
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
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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
On Sept. 7-8, 2024, the city of Lawerence, Kansas, gathers to see local vendors, Native dances, and various Indigenous cultures represented through art at Haskell Indian Nations University’s Powwow Grounds.Continue Reading
On Sept. 14, 2024, Haskell Indian Nations University’s USDA Extension Program taught the Lawrence, Kansas community about corn husk doll-making at Prairie Park Nature Center, where the history and significance originated from the Cherokee Tribe, and each individual was left with their own handmade dolls. Continue Reading
Coffin complex is bustling with the noise of eager new and returning Haskell students for Highlight Night, Tuesday, Sept. 10 — opportunities offered by on-campus clubs or local Lawrence organizations. Highlight Night occurs semesterly on campus. Since the university’s reopening during the COVID-19 epidemic, the activity night was held atContinue Reading
On September 7 and 8, 2024, the Haskell Indian Nations University powwow grounds in Lawrence, Kansas, became a vibrant hub of cultural exchange and artistic celebration. The two-day event showcased a rich tapestry of tribal artistry and creativity, drawing attendees from near and far to experience a unique blend ofContinue Reading