Haskell Day of Reconciliation
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
Native American Voices, Why We Vote
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
Haskell Indian Nations University AISES Chapter Heads to National Conference
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
I’m Leaving Free
Dear love, I’m leaving, they set me free. Free with another chance to do right. Even though I might be out of sight. In your heart, I will be, as far as the eye can see. Your love I’ll carry with me, ’cause that’s how it’s supposed to be. Don’tContinue Reading
Farewell My Friend
Farewell, my friend, hopefully we’ll meet again. I’ll miss you when you’re not here. Just promise me you’ll be safe while you’re out there. Cause the world can be cruel. Keep praying to God. He knows what to do. He’ll help you get your life back together. With him, lifeContinue Reading
Please Don’t Mind
I hope you don’t mind, but you’re always on my mind. I had no clue what to do since I first met you. Just being with you, I don’t feel so blue. Like a blind man, I couldn’t see the beauty that was to be. I close my eyes justContinue Reading
Capturing Tradition: Welcome Back Powwow Through the Lens
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Saturday Night Lights
On the chilly evening of September 28th, 2024, on the Haskell Indian Nations University Powwow Grounds, the Haskell Welcome Back Powwow commenced. The event, free and open to the public, began with Grand Entry at 6 pm. From then on it was a rush of colorful regalia and the beautiful,Continue Reading
Someone Not True
My mind is slipping away, thinking through the day. Can’t even sleep; my thoughts are too deep. Bad thoughts in my head as I lay in bed. Can’t think right; they play in my head on sight. As I walk alone, to be on God’s throne. If we were toContinue Reading
True Love Always
Love you today, as I always will. Cause it’s true love always; it’s just God’s will. I met you through your brother; Even helped you deal with your mother. Through all the pain and sadness. We always bring each other happiness. I’m glad God brought us together. For our loveContinue Reading