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Shonto Chapter obtains business site leasing authority
posted Wed, 23 Jul 2008
Speaker Morgan commends Shonto Chapter for obtaining business site leasing authority First Native American community in the U.S. to obtain such authority WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. - The Honorable Speaker Lawrence T. Morgan congratulated the Economic … More...
New Program for Developing AI/AN School Principals
posted Wed, 23 Jul 2008
National Indian Education Association 110 Maryland Avenue, N.E., Suite 104 Washington, D.C. 20002 P: (202) 544-7290 / F: (202) 544-7293 July 18, 2008 Broadcast #08-026 Announcement of New Program for Developing AI/AN School Principals The American … More...
Position Vacancy at U of Wisconsin-Madison
posted Wed, 23 Jul 2008
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON Position Vacancy Listing PVL# 59497 http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_059497.html Working title: Coordinator--American Indian Student Academic Services Official title: STUDENT SERVICES CORD(T25DN) Degree and area of … More...
Ha:san Schools Employment Opportunities
posted Wed, 23 Jul 2008
Ha:sañ Preparatory & Leadership School and Ha:sañ Middle School Centrally located, academically rigorous, bicultural, public schools designed for Native American students. FT Openings Fall, 2008 Middle School Administrative … More...
Diversity Scholarship for Native Americans at Creighton University
posted Wed, 23 Jul 2008
Creighton University will award several three-quarter Tuition Diversity Scholarships for Native Americans valued at approximately $20,000 per year which are renewable (a total value of more than $82,000 over four years). In addition to these … More...
Summer session kicks off with questions to the president
posted Wed, 23 Jul 2008
Council delegates demand radio air time to inform public of president’s accountability WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. - The 21st Navajo Nation Council kicked off its 2008 Summer Session with a parade of horse riders who traversed from the four corners … More...
Regional Hearing on Issues Related to the Bureau of Indian Affairs Funded Schools/Bureau of Indian Education
posted Tue, 22 Jul 2008
July 23, 2008 1:00pm- 4:00pm Rt. 66 Casino Rio Puerco, New Mexico (held in conjunction with the All Indian Pueblo Council Quarterly Meeting) The National Indian Education Association will be conducting a regional hearing on issues related to the … More...
Senators Urge FCC Not to Shut Down Vital Satellite Communications for Navajo
posted Fri, 18 Jul 2008
WASHINGTON, DC - Navajo Nation President Joe Shirley Jr. today expressed gratitude to US Senators Pete Domenici and Jeff Bingaman of New Mexico for their strong support for maintaining vital satellite communication services for the Navajo people, … More...
Council meets for day two of summer session
posted Fri, 18 Jul 2008
Navajo Nation to purchase Inn of Gallup, formerly Holiday Inn WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. - In its second day of the 2008 Summer Session, the 21st Navajo Nation Council took action on several pieces of legislations including approval of the purchase of … More...
Announcement of New Program for Developing AI/AN School Principals
posted Fri, 18 Jul 2008
The American Indian Leadership Program at Penn State’s College of Education just received a grant to offer new graduate fellowships to American Indian and Alaska Native students who are interested in becoming school principals. The new … More...
Navajo woman awarded for contesting Prop. 200 law
posted Fri, 18 Jul 2008
No birth certificate, no ID; Laughter wins legal battle to regain right to vote "'You’re not welcome here because you don’t have the proper ID,'" Laughter recalled what the election official told her. “I was so … More...
Native American students explore public policy at Wilson School
posted Thu, 17 Jul 2008
Princeton's Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs this summer hosted eighteen Native American high school students who examined public policy and tribal community issues. More information about the school and the students' … More...
Navajo Nation Public Safety Committee applauds U.S. Senate amendment on public safety
posted Thu, 17 Jul 2008
Education efforts in Washington lead to crucial jail funding WASHINGTON - The Public Safety Committee of the 21st Navajo Nation Council commends the U.S. Senate for adopting the Kyl-Thune Amendment, which provides $2 billion to support Native … More...
Work session for Navajo Council Delegates to convene on July 18
posted Thu, 17 Jul 2008
Issues related to smoking at casinos and unauthorized recording to be discussed WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. - The Honorable Speaker Lawrence T. Morgan announced that a work session for all 88 members of the 21st Navajo Nation Council is scheduled for 10 … More...
Job posting: Archivist at IAIA-Santa Fe, NM
posted Wed, 16 Jul 2008
IAIA, Santa Fe, is seeking a full-time Archivist for the school’s library. This position will be dedicated to the assessment, evaluation, and recommendations of archival needs of the school. ALA-accredited MLS and minimum of three years … More...
AP Article on 2008 Election and Native American Vote
posted Wed, 16 Jul 2008
The Associate Press has published an article, "Young Native Americans Mull Obama, McCain," which discusses the differing points of view among Native voters. The article is available on MSNBC . More...
Camp Empowers Native American Youth
posted Wed, 16 Jul 2008
Students representing tribes across the state will gain real-world business experience they can apply toward starting their own enterprises. By Rebecca Ruiz-McGill, University Communications July 14, 2008 The Native Nations Institute at The … More...
UA Video: Helping American Indians Prepare for Graduate School
posted Wed, 16 Jul 2008
This video, created by The University of Arizona, discusses the struggles Native American students face in going to graduate school. More...
National Indian Education Association 39th Annual Call To Convention Registration now available online
posted Wed, 16 Jul 2008
NIEA is now accepting Workshop/Forum Proposals, Scholarship Applications, Award Nominations, Board of Director Nominations and Research Proposals Board of Directors Nominations for the Election postmarked by July 25, 2008 CLICK HERE Call for … More...
The Mind-Body Medicine Skills Group Program for Patients with Chronic or Life-threatening Illness
posted Wed, 16 Jul 2008
Arizona Health Science Center, University of Arizona The Mind-Body Medicine Skills Group Program for Patients with Chronic or Life-threatening Illness As shown on PBS Television NEXT PROGRAM STARTS: September 18th! Thursday Evenings from 4pm - 7pm … More...
Native Fiber Artisan Mountain Retreat
posted Mon, 14 Jul 2008
A Native Fiber Artisan Mountain Retreat with Navajo weaver Irene Bennalley August 3-10, 2008 in the Chuska Mountains, Navajo Nation Departure by caravan from Toadlena, New Mexico Our mission is to promote living simply and sustainably on the land; … More...
Arizona State Museum Director Hartman H. Lomawaima Passes Away
posted Wed, 09 Jul 2008
Lomawaima was only the sixth director, and the first American Indian, in the 115-year history of the Arizona State Museum.
By University Communications July 8, 2008 Hartman H. Lomawaima, director of the Arizona State Museum, died Tuesday in … More...
Speaker Morgan announces summer session agenda
posted Tue, 08 Jul 2008
Council to convene during week of July 21-25 WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. - The Honorable Speaker Lawrence T. Morgan is pleased to announce that the 21st Navajo Nation Council will convene for its 2008 summer session during the week of July 21-25 at the … More...
Navajo Schools Seeking Librarian
posted Mon, 07 Jul 2008
Exciting, rewarding, unique, professional position for a school librarian. Three Navajo P.L. 100-297 grant schools, providing services for children in grades K-8, have joined in a collaborative effort to procure a highly-trained, innovative, … More...
Director of Education-San Manuel Band of Mission Indians
posted Mon, 07 Jul 2008
San Manuel Band of Mission Indians Education Department Job Title: Director of Education Department: Education Reports to: Education Committee FLSA Status: Exempt Prepared By: Debbie Albaugh Prepared Date: March 20, 2008, Revised 5/28/08 dla … More...
Student Services Director - Sherman Indian School
posted Mon, 07 Jul 2008
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT *Student Services Director* - Open until filled. *Salary* - $34.64 to $45.03 per hour. *REQUIREMENT:* Indian Preference - Masters Degree from an accredited university required. At least 24 hours in education, counseling, or … More...
Rasmuson Foundation Expands Sabbatical Program for Alaska Nonprofit and Tribal Leaders
posted Mon, 07 Jul 2008
Deadline: October 1, 2008 The Rasmuson Foundation ( http://rasmuson.org/ ) has announced the expansion of its sabbatical program designed to provide time away from the office for rest, personal renewal, and professional growth of nonprofit … More...
Social Equity Venture Fund Invites Entries for Film Competition
posted Mon, 07 Jul 2008
Deadline: September 15, 2008 The Social Equity Venture Fund ( http://www.sevenfund.org/ ) is accepting entries for Cinéma Prospérité, a film competition designed to showcase successful models of enterprise-based development … More...
A Little Hope: The National Foundation for Grieving Children, Teens, and Families Accepting Letters of Inquiry
posted Mon, 07 Jul 2008
Deadline: August 31, 2008 (Letters of Inquiry) A Little Hope: The National Foundation for Grieving Children, Teens, and Families ( http://www.alittlehope.org/ ) is a national not-for-profit public charity which grants funds to organizations that … More...
Now Available: ACIA July Newsletter
posted Mon, 07 Jul 2008
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Director of Education-San Manuel Band of Mission Indians
posted Thu, 03 Jul 2008
Job Title: Director of Education Department: Education Reports to: Education Committee FLSA Status: Exempt Prepared By: Debbie Albaugh Prepared Date: March 20, 2008, Revised 5/28/08 dla Approved By: Jerry Moody Approved Date: 3-21-08 SUMMARY: The … More...
Job posting - Native American Community Academy
posted Wed, 02 Jul 2008
Employment Opportunities at NACA CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD OUR TEACHER APPLICATION NACA Open Positions 2008-2009 TITLE: Dean of Students GENERAL FUNCTIONS: Works with students, families and staff. The dean of students serves as the primary … More...
Navajo Council tables $6.6 million hotel purchase
posted Wed, 02 Jul 2008
Reappraisal of property was requested; Council to reconsider bill at summer session WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. - Before making any rash decisions on whether to buy a West Gallup, N.M., hotel at a $6.6 million price tag, the 21st Navajo Nation Council … More...
American Indian Liaison Michigan State University Extension
posted Wed, 02 Jul 2008
Position #1628 July 2008 POSITION: American Indian Liaison OFFICE LOCATION: Michigan State University Extension, East Lansing, MI 48824 STATUS: This is a full-time, Extension Specialist position with appointment on an annual renewal basis eligible … More...
Employment Opportunities at the United Tribes Technical College, Bismarck, ND
posted Wed, 02 Jul 2008
Accepting applications for the following positions: Academics, Career & Technical Education
Criminal Justice Instructor Practical Nursing Instructor (2 positions) Economics Instructor Teacher Education Instructor Environmental … More...
Faculty JOB at University of New Mexico, Native Studies
posted Wed, 02 Jul 2008
The University of New Mexico seeks to establish a tenure-track faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor level in Native American Studies. This is a full-time appointment in the Native American Studies Program, housed in University College. … More...
Library of Congress Announces Pilot Training Program for Indigenous Communities
posted Wed, 02 Jul 2008
The American Folklife Center(AFC)at the Library of Congress announces a new pilot program that will train members of indigenous communities to document their own cultural traditions, archive this heritage for future generations, and undertake the … More...
UA Working to Boost American Indian Graduate Enrollments
posted Wed, 02 Jul 2008
The UA is the first institution in the Southwest to be selected by the American Indian Graduate Center to host a program that prepares American Indian students for graduate school. By La Monica Everett-Haynes, University Communications July 1, … More...
Diné Fundamental Law takes precedence over removal of Denetsosie
posted Tue, 01 Jul 2008
From The Navajo Nation Council - Office of the Speaker, June 24, 2008 Denetsosie put on warning by Navajo Council once again "We need to come to a consensus and use the system of K'e." - Speaker Lawrence T. Morgan WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. - … More...
Commission to curb racism and discrimination against Navajos approved unanimously by Navajo Council
posted Tue, 01 Jul 2008
From The Navajo Nation Council - Office of the Speaker, June 30, 2008 Council votes down $125,000 appropriation for rodeo sponsorship WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. - In an act to improve race relations and investigate civil rights infractions against Navajo … More...
21st Navajo Nation Council confirms appointment of William Platero to probationary district court judge
posted Tue, 01 Jul 2008
From The Navajo Nation Council - Office of the Speaker, June 30, 2008 WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. - The 21st Navajo Nation Council confirmed the appointment of William J. Platero as a probationary district court judge of the Navajo Nation at a special … More...
Chinle area housing development ready for tenants
posted Tue, 01 Jul 2008
From The Navajo Nation Council - Office of the Speaker, June 30, 2008 CHINLE, Ariz. - The Honorable Speaker Lawrence T. Morgan along with Chinle Council Delegate Harry Clark congratulated tenants who moved into new housing units at the Apache … More...
Speaker Morgan attends Council of Large Land Base Tribes meeting hosted by the Crow Nation
posted Mon, 30 Jun 2008
From The Navajo Nation Council - Office of the Speaker, June 27, 2008 CROW AGENCY, Mont. - With the theme of teamwork and political mobilization, several tribes from throughout the central and western portions of the United States converged for … More...
Judicial Conduct Commission in place to enhance public confidence in Navajo Nation Judiciary
posted Fri, 27 Jun 2008
WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. - Navajo Council Delegate Kee Allen Begay Jr. issued a public service announcement today regarding the Navajo Nation's Judicial Conduct Commission. Begay, who represents the chapters of Many Farms and Round Rock, said that the … More...
Santa Fe New Mexican: Cochiti Pueblo to help manage lake area
posted Fri, 27 Jun 2008
The Santa Fe New Mexican, in an article by Staci Matlock, reported that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Cochiti Pueblo have worked out an agreement for the Cochiti to assist in managing the Cochiti Lake area. The full article may be read … More...
Supreme Court Rules on Two Native American Cases
posted Fri, 27 Jun 2008
On June 25, 2008 the U.S. Supreme Court released two opinions in cases involving Native Americans. These are Exxon Shipping Co. v. Baker and Plains Commerce Bank v. Long Family Land & Cattle CoM . More...
Great Falls Tribune:
posted Fri, 27 Jun 2008
The Great Fall Tribune reported that in recent elections the Blackfeet tribe voted to change their constitution to include a separation of powers. A newcomer also defeated the tribal chief, effectively removing him from the Tribal Business … More...
UNM Job Posting: Assistant Professor of Native American Studies
posted Fri, 27 Jun 2008
The University of New Mexico is hiring an Assistant Professor of Native American Studies. This is a tenure-track full-time faculty appointment. For details and application information see the following job posting . More...
Special session of Navajo Council to convene Monday
posted Fri, 27 Jun 2008
Appointment of William J. Platero as a probationary district court judge will be considered WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. - The Honorable Speaker Lawrence T. Morgan has announced that a special session for the 21st Navajo Nation Council will occur at 10 … More...
Summer Camp, Prescott for 10-16 years old
posted Wed, 11 Jun 2008
July 28 - 31st, 2008 at the YMCA Chauncy Ranch near Prescott Ages 10-16 years Come and join us for an active summer adventure !!! Spend fun filled days participating in Fun Physical Outdoor Activities, Healthy Living and so much MORE!!! Where do … More...
IDENTITY BY DESIGN - LAST CHANCE!
posted Mon, 24 Mar 2008
The exhibition "Identity by Design" closes on August 3. If you haven't brought your students to the museum yet this year, now is the time to come see this great exhibit! Before you come, make sure to download or request a copy of the … More...
ASU Event: Indian Country's Winning Hand: 20 Years of IGRA
posted Thu, 11 Oct 2007
Indian Country's Winning Hand: 20 Years of IGRA INDIAN GAMING REGULATORY ACT October 16 -17, 2008 A balanced 20 year retrospective of the successes, failures and impact of the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act of 1988. The Indian Gaming Regulatory Act … More...
Hurricane Felix Hits The Awas Tingni Community
posted Sun, 09 Sep 2007
Dear friends and colleagues, We are writing to pass on some very unfortunate news about the indigenous community of Awas Tingni in Nicaragua, and to invite you to join our efforts to provide members of the community with much needed support … More...
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