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Native America Calling: The Native National Humanities Medalists (October 30, 2024)
Four Native people just received the nation’s highest honor recognizing work and dedication to enriching the community. 
President Joe Biden is highlighting his administration’s Indian Country achievements as he prepares to visit a tribe in Arizona.
AUDIO: National Arts and Humanities Reception at White House (October 22, 2024)
President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden host a National Arts and Humanities reception at the White House on October 21, 2024. 
VIDEO: Shelly Lowe of National Endowment for the Humanities at White House (October 22, 2024)
Shelly Lowe, Chair of the National Endowment for the Humanities, addresses a reception at the White House on October 21, 2024. 
Haskell Faculty: ‘A beacon of hope and progress for Indigenous-based education’ (September 12, 2024)
We, the faculty of Haskell Indian Nations University, wish to address recent reports concerning our university following the congressional hearing held in July 2024. 
Native America Calling: Catch up on all the Native news (July 31, 2024)
Join Native America Calling to catch up on some important news affecting Native communities. 
The House Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations and the House Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development meet for a joint hearing on Haskell Indian Nations University.
The House Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations and the House Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development are looking into Haskell Indian Nations University.
Indian Country set for big and busy week on Capitol Hill (July 22, 2024)
Indian Country is set for a busy week in the nation’s capital, coming after the GOP convention and the end of Democratic President Joe Biden’s re-election campaign.
Republican leaders in Congress are investigating numerous allegations of misconduct at Haskell Indian Nations University.
Native America Calling: America’s first universal language (June 10, 2024)
At one point in history, tribes in the Plains region developed a shared universal language. 
Native America Calling: Your summer Native reading guide (May 21, 2024)
There’s something for everybody on the summer reading lists by our expert panel of Native super-readers. 
The House Committee on Appropriations heard from dozens of Indian Country leaders who testified about their funding needs.
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs hosts a roundtable discussion on May 8, 2024.
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs hosts a roundtable discussion on May 8, 2024.
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs is hosting a roundtable discussion on a recent federal report about Native children.
Cronkite News: Tohono O’odham Nation expands internet connectivity (March 27, 2024)
In a vibrant building adorned with murals on the grounds of Tohono O’odham Community College, students gather in a classroom around a U-shaped table.
Haskell Indian Nations University to offer new agriculture business program (February 6, 2024)
Haskell Indian Nations University will offer a new business degree program under a partnership with the Native American Agriculture Fund.
Native America Calling: Making sense of this year’s tax season (January 29, 2024)
Native families stand to benefit from a child tax credit that’s still under consideration in Congress. What else is new in tax season? 
Native America Calling: Native in the Spotlight with Daniel Wildcat (January 18, 2024)
Author, historian and Haskell Indian Nations University professor Daniel Wildcat believes in the power of Indigenous knowledge to counter big problems. 
“It’s been a long journey,” said Georgeline Morsette, a citizen of the Chippewa Cree Tribe. “I’m really glad to be at this point.”
Native America Calling: Native volleyball is a fan favorite (December 7, 2023)
For fans and Native communities, volleyball matches and tournaments are sometimes as popular as football and basketball. 
Native America Calling: Native tax tips (February 7, 2023)
It’s the time of year to start calculating your taxable income and looking over any receipts you have collected in a shoebox. 
Lakota citizens met to discuss the return of items taken from their ancestors during the Wounded Knee Massacre of December 1890.
USDA promotes Indigenous Food Sovereignty Initiative (November 15, 2022)
“USDA is committed to empowering tribal self-determination and bringing Indigenous perspectives into agriculture, food, and nutrition,” said Secretary Tom Vilsack. 
Native food sovereignty figure admits no tribal connections (October 21, 2022)
A scholar who has made a name for herself in Native food sovereignty has vowed to stop claiming to be of “Mohawk/Mi’kmaq descent” despite doing so for decades. 
‘Huge loss for the world’: Lakota cultural bearer Kevin Locke passes on (October 5, 2022)
Kevin Locke — renowned hoop dancer, flute player and educator of Lakota language and culture — passed away suddenly at the age of 68. 
Ernestine Anunkasan Hupa: Living the life, thanks to Tim Giago (August 9, 2022)
Tim Giago left an indelible mark on journalism that can never be erased. 
Indian Country’s most celebrated chef is facing calls for greater accountability after hiring a domestic violence offender.
Secretary Haaland: Native voters poised to make a difference (July 22, 2022)
Participating in governing is a time honored and sacred tradition in our Indigenous communities. 
It was a day of firsts as the Rosebud Sioux Tribe welcomed key leaders from the Department of the Treasury to Indian Country.
Cassandra Baker, who hails from the Northern Cheyenne Tribe, has won a prestigious fellowship from the Udall Foundation.
Land that was taken from the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes was finally returned after more than a century.
Mountains and Minds: ‘I owe it to them to be proud’ (January 12, 2022)
Wozek Chandler works to find success in the mainstream while maintaining her tribal culture and celebrating her history. 
Cronkite News: Navajo Nation returns to rodeos amid COVID-19 (January 10, 2022)
Rodeo events have long been a part of culture on the Navajo Nation. The COVID-19 pandemic upended the tradition. 
Bureau of Indian Education unveils first official logo (January 6, 2022)
The Bureau of Indian Education has unveiled its first official logo, based on a design from a student. 
Tim Giago: Paying respect to Lakota elders Leonard and Enos (December 17, 2021)
I raise my coffee cup to Lakota elders who taught me so much. 
Tim Giago: Saying farewell to an old friend (November 29, 2021)
It is with deep sadness that I write this small tribute to my friend of 80 years, Pat Lee. 
Cronkite News: Navajo language speakers create broadcast history (October 25, 2021)
History was made as two citizens of the Navajo Nation broadcast a college football game in the Dine language for the first time. 
Aaron Payment: Biden administration updates Indian education initiative (October 15, 2021)
This past week was significant with the first presidential proclamation for Indigenous Peoples’ Day but the news unfortunately eclipsed another major policy announcement from President Joe Biden.
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