Rooted in Haskell, Rising in Service
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
Suicide Prevention Awareness: Trina’s story
Lawrence, Kansas – September is the month of Suicide Prevention Awareness, a time of kindness, patience, and spreading hope. This month is to spread awareness to share tools, resources, and support for individuals, family, and friends to talk openly about suicide prevention, recognize signs, and seek help. I want toContinue Reading
Welcome back Indian Leader!
Questions or want to join the leader? Email Allison.levering@haskell.eduContinue Reading
Threads of Tradition: A Journey from the Rez to the Runway
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
Haskell Journalists Earn 12 Honors at Indigenous Media Awards
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
Summer Fashion Show with Apache Selections and Haskell Students
This summer, Crush Model Studio hosted a fashion show in Lawrence, Kansas, and had various designers showcase their creations. Among them were Haskell students who served as models for some of the designers, including Apache Selections, which also appeared in the Haskell fashion show of Spring 2025. In the CrushContinue Reading
Meet the Disc Jockey: Tory
Sports Insider: Tory Grassrope Aka DJ Grassrope Ello, This is DJ Grassrope from the Lower Brule Sioux tribe in South Dakota. This is my first year with KJHK and I’m excited to be the new sports insider to let you know about our athletes upcoming events, results as a team,Continue Reading
Design the Next Indian Leader T-Shirt!
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
Haskell Indian Nations University Placed on Notice by HLC
Haskell Indian Nations University has officially been placed on “Notice” by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), the university’s accrediting body. While Haskell’s accreditation remains, this designation signals that the institution is at risk of falling out of compliance with several core accreditation criteria. In a letter dated July 8, 2025,Continue Reading