Don’t Touch My Hair
As Native Heritage Month passes, Indigenous voices and stories continue to thrive among our people. Hair, in many cultures, plays an integral role in how it correlates to an individual’s identity. Various tribal communities view hair as a means of strength, a way to showcase your marital status, a nurturedContinue Reading
Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs Bryan Newland Visits Haskell Indian Nations University
On Thursday, September 19, 2024, Haskell Indian Nations University hosted a special event with Bryan Newland, the Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs. The meet-and-greet occurred at the Tommaney Library from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., where students could engage with Newland and ask questions. Lunch was provided for the firstContinue Reading
President Joe Biden Issues Historic Apology to Native American Communities for U.S. Boarding Schools
In a groundbreaking statement, President Joe Biden has issued a formal apology to Native American communities, acknowledging the painful legacy of U.S. boarding schools that forcibly separated Indigenous children from their families and cultures at the Gila Crossing Community School, Friday, Oct. 25, 2024, in Laveen, Ariz. The apology marksContinue Reading
Native Elegance: Weaving Tradition into Modern Fashion
On December 14, 2024, the Spencer Museum of Art at the University of Kansas will host an exciting Native fashion event at the campus in Lawrence. The event will run from 4 to 6 p.m., with doors opening at 3 p.m. at 1301 Mississippi Street Lawrence, KS 66045. This eventContinue Reading
Food Review: Lucky Seb’s
Upon arriving at this establishment, my friends and I were welcomed to a warm, ambient environment with a slight modern elegance. Lucky Seb’s is a fusion restaurant well known for its dumplings and their delectable handhelds hot off their grill. You can find this restaurant on the corner of 23rdContinue Reading
Meet The Club
Wyomee Cooke (She/Hers) (Diné) Yá’át’ééh! My name is Wyomee, and I am a senior pursuing my Bachelors in American Indian Studies. I am Diné coming all the way from Crystal, NM; but I reside in Thoreau, NM. I am passionate about being creative, whether it’d be with my words orContinue Reading
3rd Annual Haskell Day at EPA: A Continued Commitment to Opportunity
On November 12, 2024, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 7 office welcomed students from Haskell Indian Nations University (HINU) for the 3rd Annual Haskell Day at EPA. The event brought together students and EPA leaders to build connections, explore career opportunities, and deepen the partnership between the two organizations.Continue Reading
Haskell Heritage Month Round Dance: Side-step Special
L to R: Ishta Wabaunsee 3rd, Ysabellah SongHawk 2nd, Sara Bointy 1st place Side-step Champion Top 6 Dancers Lady Judges and the Champs YsaBellah SongHawk and MC Tokeya RichardsonContinue Reading
Haskell Alumni: Uriah Little Hoop Visits and Shares Ceremonial Sweat with Students
Uriah Little Hoop 11/13/2024 Oglala Sicangu Lakota and Dine Tribes Alliance, Nebraska Uriah Little Hoop kicked off her presentation at Haskell Auditorium by speaking in Lakota and acknowledging the Haskell seminar class, whose members had just presented their Haskell Legacy projects. She then shared her personal journey of cultural discoveryContinue Reading
Meet the Club- Travis Tafolla
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