Native American Alumni Chapter (NAAC)

All Fellow Native American Alumni Students are welcome to join the NAAC in their general meetings

Join in events/activities

Help NAAC set good role models for ASU's Native communities

NEWLY ELECTED OFFICERS (June 2009)

President: Eric Descheenie

President-Elect: Lambert Yazzie

Secretary: Jaclyn Roessel

Treasurer: Naomi Evanishyn

Directors-at-Large:

Wenona Benally

Annabell Bowen

Verrin Kewenvoyouma

Courtney Monteiro

As well, the following three individuals will continue serving their second year terms as Directors-at-Large members:

Carmenlita Chief

Dennis Eagleman

George Robinson

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The Newton and Betty Rosenzweig Scholarship in Collaboration with Dr. Peterson Zah

2009-2010 Application

Summary

Deadline July 31, 2009

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(Flyer)

New Fall Course: ENG 101 Indigenous Rhetoric (Brochure)

T/TH 10:30-11:45 AM - T/TH 1:30-2:45 pm
Instructor: Kyle Grant Wilson, MFA

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New Fall Course: EPA 691 Indigenous Knowledges in Education
Tuesday 1:40 - 4:30 p.m.
Instructor: Bryan McKinley Jones Brayboy

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New Fall Course: AIS 394 Indigenous Nation Building
Innovation for American Indian Sustainable Development

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Fall Course: APA 360 PACIFIC ISLANDERS/PACIFIC ISLANDER AMERICANS

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ASU TRIBAL CERTIFIED PUBLIC MANAGER PROGRAM

The ASU CPM Program for Tribal Managers is the only CPM program in the United States designed specifically for tribal government managers.

Tribal CPM Program and program costs

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Camp Carey - Needs ASU Staff Volunteers

It's Camping time!!!

We are excited for another fun year of Camp Carey.  It's a great way to meet the freshmen and get a break from the hot summer sun!

We always count on our staff volunteers to help make Camp Carey run smoothly.  As our campus partners we would love to invite you to volunteer with us.  Please let me know which weekend/camp works best for you.  We need about 5 staff for each camp, so first come first serve.

The  available weekends are as follows:

For more information about the role of a staff volunteer please see info. sheet.   

We definitely couldn't make Camp Carey happen without you, so Thank you! 

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2009 Summer Law Camp

June 16-17, 2009

ASU Indian Legal Program - Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law

Flyer & Application

Thinking about law school? Come and discover what it's all about at this FREE 2 Day outreach program.

For High School and Undergraduate Students

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The Indigenous Early Intervention Alliance (IEIA) and the Office of American Indian Projects (OAIP)

The Indigenous Early Intervention Alliance (IEIA) and the Office of American Indian Projects (OAIP) is pleased to give an update on our toy drive and scholarships for tribal children.  Last year we collected 1,100 total toys specifically targeted toward Indigenous children and their families.  Our goal this year was to have 2,200 by December 2009.   We currently have 2,263 items (toys, clothing, shoes, etc.).   The toy drive, coordinated by Dr. Michael Niles (ASU/OAIP/IEIA) and Dr. Lisa Byers (OU/IEIA) is the largest targeted toy drive in the nation for Indigenous children.

This makes ASU and OU national leaders in gifting to Indigenous children.  Please stop by my office to see what 2,200 toys look like.  We will continue collect toys through December 2009.

As most are aware, the IEIA and OAIP gives away 7-8 scholarships (personal $$) to Indigenous college students.  We have received 118 applications from around the world (New Zealand to Peru to Alaska and everywhere in between).

2009 MishkoswIn Scholarship

2009 Esbesendowen Scholarship

2009 Keepers Scholarship

2009 John Sky Scholarship

2009 Ghigau Scholarship

Thanks again and please donate a toy if you can during this difficult economic time.  Best wishes.

Michael D. Niles, M.S.W., Ph.D. - Tribal Member, Citizen Potawatomi Nation
Assistant Professor - School of Social Work - Arizona State University - Office of American Indian Projects (OAIP)

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6.01.09:

Summer Session 1

First Day of Classes

(5 week session: June 1 - July 2)

(8 week session: June 1 - July 23)

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Monday, June 1: ASU American Indian Studies is offering ONLINE courses for the first time.

6.02.09:

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Summer Youth Academy
Summer workshop for High School Students from the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community
June 3 through June 6, 2009

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Native American Summer Institute

June 9-12, 2009

The Native American Summer Institute at ASU was established to increase the enrollment and graduation rates of Native American students by introducing them to campus services and programs. NASI provides Native American students with an intense four-day residential orientation that includes:

Culturally specific workshops and presentations
One-on-one meetings with academic advisors, faculty, and staff
Class registration and advisement
Leadership development and academic and social integration and involvement
NASI is the only orientation at ASU specifically designed for Native American students. For the past 12 years, we have successfully served over 700 students through leadership training in social, cultural, and academic activities. NASI has proven to be effective in increasing student participation in Native American programs, clubs, and organizations, which are vital in student retention.

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6.15.09:

2009 Nurse Leaders in Native Care Conference

“NLiNC: Linking Yesterday, Today and Tomorrowthrough Leadership, Teamwork,and Evidence-Based Practice”

June 15-19

Sheraton Crescent Hotel - Phoenix, AZ

For more information please contact LCDR Lisa Palucci, MSN, RN; Nurse Educator/Lead Nurse Planner at

(602) 364-7740 or e-mail lisa.palucci@ihs.gov

6.16.09:

2009 Summer Law Camp

June 16-17, 2009

ASU Indian Legal Program - Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law

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(ASU Participating; Cara, Kyle, and Jaynie)

Phoenix Union High School District Native American Education Program

2009 Summer Programs for Students and their Families

Camelback High School 2:30-4:30 and Laveen Boys and Girls Club 9:30-11:30.  Hands on science, health, education, ropes, Indian history and culture, employment skills and a community garden (Laveen only).  Snacks will be provided as well as drawings each day and field trips!  For more information contact PUHSD Native American Education Program, Judy Basham, Specialist, 4502 North Central or call (602) 764-1302 or email basham@phxhs.k12.az.us. 

6.17.09:

ATUIE Meeting

NAU, Flagstaff, AZ

6.18.09:

(ASU Participating; Cara, Kyle, and Jaynie)

Phoenix Union High School District Native American Education Program

2009 Summer Programs for Students and their Families

Camelback High School 2:30-4:30 and Laveen Boys and Girls Club 9:30-11:30.  Hands on science, health, education, ropes, Indian history and culture, employment skills and a community garden (Laveen only).  Snacks will be provided as well as drawings each day and field trips!  For more information contact PUHSD Native American Education Program, Judy Basham, Specialist, 4502 North Central or call (602) 764-1302 or email basham@phxhs.k12.az.us. 

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The Indigenous Early Intervention Alliance (IEIA) and the Office of American Indian Projects (OAIP)

have added “New!” items on our webpage with the changes

Please pay particular attention to those tabs with the “New!” designation. 

http://indigenous-early-intervention.com/

6.23.09:

(ASU Participating; Cara, Kyle, and Jaynie)

Phoenix Union High School District Native American Education Program

2009 Summer Programs for Students and their Families

Camelback High School 2:30-4:30 and Laveen Boys and Girls Club 9:30-11:30.  Hands on science, health, education, ropes, Indian history and culture, employment skills and a community garden (Laveen only).  Snacks will be provided as well as drawings each day and field trips!  For more information contact PUHSD Native American Education Program, Judy Basham, Specialist, 4502 North Central or call (602) 764-1302 or email basham@phxhs.k12.az.us. 

6.24.09:

(ASU will be present)

Summit of Arizona Community Colleges and Indian Nations and Tribes

This event is being co-hosted by the Maricopa Community College District (MCCCD) and Inter Tribal Council of Arizona (ITCA). As you may know, Maricopa and ITCA have been working together to identify strategies to address some of the common challenges faced by American Indian students attending our community colleges, including disbursement of tribal education program funds, housing assistance, and credit transfer issues. As a result of these meetings, we decided to bring together statewide community college leaders with tribal representatives to begin developing strategies to address these issues, and to promote greater collaboration and information sharing between our agencies. We hope you will be able to participate in this initial meeting.

The summit will be held at Mesa Community College on Wednesday, June 24th from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

There is no charge to participate in this event, but registration is requested for purposes of room and food reservations.
Registration and event details are available online or for more information, feel free to call me at the MCCCD Center for Civic Participation, (480) 731-8927.

6.25.09:

(ASU Participating; Cara, Kyle, and Jaynie)

Phoenix Union High School District Native American Education Program

2009 Summer Programs for Students and their Families

Camelback High School 2:30-4:30 and Laveen Boys and Girls Club 9:30-11:30.  Hands on science, health, education, ropes, Indian history and culture, employment skills and a community garden (Laveen only).  Snacks will be provided as well as drawings each day and field trips!  For more information contact PUHSD Native American Education Program, Judy Basham, Specialist, 4502 North Central or call (602) 764-1302 or email basham@phxhs.k12.az.us. 

6.26.09:

2009 Barrett Summer Scholars Program
8th/9th Grade Program Closing Reception
Friday, June 26, 2009
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Memorial Union

&
7th Grade Program Closing Reception
Friday, July 17, 2009
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

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6.30.09:

Volunteer for Passport ASU

Passport to ASU is the signature event of Fall Welcome Week and an ASU tradition that is embraced by our students. Last year, more than 5,000 students and family members participated. This year will be BIGGER and BETTER than ever! As we begin planning for Passport 2009 we recognize in order to make this event a success we will need YOUR help! Passport is a fun evening for students, families and staff working the event. It’s also a time for administrators and staff to come together to interact with students and give them encouragement as they begin the academic year.

If you are interested in volunteering, please go to the following link http://www.vpsa.asu.edu/studentaffairs/transitions/swt/signature_event.asp by June 30th.

Invite Letter

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5:30 - 7:30 PM, La Bocca

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Gamma Alpha Omega Sorority, Inc.

Alpha Chapter, Arizona State University

The Alpha Chapter at Arizona State University was founded on January 25, 1993. Gamma Alpha Omega is the first Hispanic founded sorority at Arizona State University. The purpose for the establishment of this sisterhood was to put forth an effort to aid the community, with an emphasis on the Hispanic/Latino community, and to promote the quest of higher education for underrepresented women. Within our membership, we strive to excel in the university environment and promote the completion of our members’ studies. Although Gamma Alpha Omega is a Hispanic founded sorority, we strongly value multiculturalism and do not discriminate.

Apple Award One of Gamma Alpha Omega’s founding purposes was to aid the community, specifically the youth. This year we are proud to provide one $500.00 scholarship to an incoming high school student.

Eligible Student Must:

• Be admitted and enrolled at Arizona State University as a full-time student (at least 12 hours) during the 2009-2010 academic year.
• Have a high school cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Be actively involved in the community.
• Demonstrate financial need.

Mailing Address:    Gamma Alpha Omega Sorority, Inc. Apple Award PO Box 871301, Tempe, AZ 85287-1301

Questions: Contact out Academics Chair at alpha.academic@gmail.com.

DEADLINE: Completed application packet must be postmarked by June 30, 2009.

COMMUNITY

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2009 Indian Celebration & Fair Schedules

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June 1st-25th - Phoenix Union High School District Native American Education Program

2009 Summer Programs for Students and their Families

Camelback High School 2:30-4:30 and Laveen Boys and Girls Club 9:30-11:30.  Hands on science, health, education, ropes, Indian history and culture, employment skills and a community garden (Laveen only).  Snacks will be provided as well as drawings each day and field trips!  For more information contact PUHSD Native American Education Program, Judy Basham, Specialist, 4502 North Central or call (602) 764-1302 or email basham@phxhs.k12.az.us.

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June 1-July 1 - Hoop of Learning Program

This program is for Native American youth grades 9-12 who maintain a 2.0 GPA or higher along with good attendance.  Scholarships are available that will pay for books, tuition, classroom fees, bus/light rail passes to attend classes.  The ASSET test will be given to determine eligibility.

Maricopa Community Colleges - SMCC, MCC, PC, GCC, etc.

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The First Peoples Fund
Native American Artists
Professional Development Workshops

The Tucson Pima Arts Council is pleased to announce a unique offering for Native American Artists residing in Arizona. The First Peoples Fund - which supports the advancement of American Indian arts through grants, fellowships and professional development - will be hosted by TPAC in offering an arts marketing and professional development curriculum, specifically designed with Native artists in mind. The First Peoples Fund Native American Artists Professional Development Workshops offer comprehensive, hands-on training experience that will enhance the artists’ business skill sets and prepare them for their journey toward becoming successful artist entrepreneurs.

The First Peoples Fund Native American Artists Professional Development Workshops are geared to give Native artists the tools and the support they need to manage small entrepreneurial businesses to achieve economic success. The goal is to enable Native artists to make a living from their art through sales, allowing them to sustain themselves, their families and their communities.

This resource takes Native artists on a journey that begins by helping artists express their values and vision that will ultimately become the principle foundation of their business. A series of self-assessment tools helps the artist determine where they are in terms of their art marketing, business and financial management skills, while planning and budgeting tools help develop and enhance their skills set. Intensive pricing and marketing sessions are included along with a sample business plan and a breadth of resources.

The workshops can accommodate up to 24 artists. To be accepted into the workshops, artists must apply. Applications will be reviewed by a selection panel and the most qualified applicants will be selected. *ONLY artists residing in Arizona may apply. Preference will be given to Pima County and southern Arizona residents.

To apply, please see the application below in Word format:

Native American Workshop Application.doc

For questions,contact Tucson Pima Arts Council, Grants Program Manager, Reuben Roqueñi at reuben@tucsonpimaartscouncil.org or 520-624-0595 x18.

You can read more about The First Peoples Fund here: www.firstpeoplesfund.org

• What: The First Peoples Fund Native American Artists Professional Development Workshops
• Where: TBD
• When: Friday, June 12, all day; Saturday, June 13, half day; and Saturday afternoon, Native Arts Forum and Celebration. Light breakfast, catered lunch, beverages and afternoon snacks will be provided.
• Who should apply: Native American Artists in all disciplines pursuing a life and career as an artist.
• DEADLINE Extended to June 3, 2009, 5pm. (Must be postmarked or dropped off by June 3 at 5pm)
• Mail to: Tucson Pima Arts Council, Attn: Reuben Roqueñi, Native American Artists Professional Development Workshops, 10 E Broadway, Ste 106, Tucson, AZ 85701.

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Summer Food Sites for Children 2009

(Maricopa County)

For summer feeding, children do not have to individually qualify. We qualify feeding sites based on school free/reduced lunch data, census data, etc. Once a site has been approved, any child ages 18 and under can come to meal service and receive a free meal. Here is the link to find the approved feeding sites: http://www.ade.az.gov/health-safety/cnp/sfp/. The top middle box states “Summer Food  Sites in Arizona.” If you click on it, it brings up a database, you can search by city. This database tells where the feeding site is, what meals they are serving and at what times. We update this database every week during the summer as new sites are added and some sites close. Please check it frequently to make sure you are using the most current database.
 
Please let me know if you need anything else.
 
Thanks!
 
Lori Bassett, RD
School Health and Nutrition Specialist
Arizona Department of Education
1535 W. Jefferson, BIN#7
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone: 602.542.8782
Fax: 602.542.1531
Email: Lori.Bassett@azed.gov
 

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http://www.pierconference.com/

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Exhibiting Ourselves: Representing Cultures in Museums and Cultural Centers

We invite you to save the date for the public symposium Exhibiting Ourselves: Representing Cultures in Museums and Cultural Centers scheduled for Saturday, June 6th, 2009 at the Arizona Historical Society at Papago Park. The symposium will consider issues associated with establishing culturally-specific museums and cultural centers.The project is intended to give museum professionals, arts and culture organizers, students, artists, and community members ideas for exploring new approaches to cultural representation in an increasingly multicultural society.

As part of the Exhibiting Ourselves Symposium, we are hosting additional public events on Friday June 5th at the Phoenix Museum of History, located in Downtown Phoenix.

Friday events include:
6:00 - 7:00 PM   Outreach Program and Reception by Eduardo Diaz, Director
                       Smithsonian Latino Center
7:00 - 8:00 PM   Public Lecture by Dr. Karen Mary Davalos
                        Exhibiting Latino: Cultures and Identities in Museums

Saturday events include:
9:00 - 4:30        Symposium
                       Exhibiting Ourselves: Representing Cultures in Museums Cultural Centers 
All events are FREE and open to the general public and accessible by Light Rail.  I have attached a flyer with further details or you can visit our website at, www.exhibitingourselves.org.

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Are you interested in taking courses about Indigenous language education and revitalization? 

Enroll in two courses at the American Indian Language Development Institute at the University of Arizona. 

Receive 6 credit hours in four weeks!   June 8- July 2, 2009

Registration Form Here 

AM Courses include:

• LING 102/ 500 - Linguistics for Native American Communities (Instructor: Stacey Oberly)
• LING 497B/ 597B - Morphology: Exploration of Ingenuity of Languages and Development of Materials (Instructor: Akira Yamamoto)
• LRC 480/ 580 - Native American Children's Literature in the Classroom (Instructor: Angie Hoffman)
• SPH 441 - Introduction to Native American Language Immersion (Instructor: Jennie DeGroat)

• LRC 410/ 510 - Indigenous Language Policy and Politics (Instructor: Mary Carol Combs)
• LRC 412/ 512 - Language and Youth Culture (Instructor: Leisy Wyman)
• LRC 428/ 528 - Curriculum & Instruction in Bilingual & Second Language Settings (Instructor: Lucille Watahomigie)
• LRC 560 - Documentary Filmmaking for Endangered Language Communities (Graduate level only and experience with computers required!) (Instructor: Phil Cash Cash)

Course descriptions are posted on-line (undergraduate or graduate)!  Syllabi will be posted as it becomes available and will be downloadable by clicking on the appropriate course title.  If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our office at 520.621.1068.    

Candace K. Galla  |  Program Coordinator/ PhD Candidate American Indian Language Development Institute   University of Arizona College of Education, Room 511 PO Box 210069 Tucson, AZ 85721   O: (520) 621.1068  |  F: (520) 621.8174   http://www.u.arizona.edu/~aildi

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"Navajo Cultural Colorants" and "Introduction to Navajo Tapestry Weaving"

Ya'at'eeh friends and family,

I will be hosting two workshops from June 8-13, 2009 at my residence in Oak Springs, AZ, which is located 17 miles south of Window Rock, AZ. "Navajo Cultural Colorants" and "Introduction to Navajo Tapestry Weaving" will be taught.

I, Mark H. Deschinny, will be instructing the Navajo Cultural Colorants Workshop on June 8-9, 2009. Learn about the various colorants and the many uses on wool, buckskin, basket materials, paper and other fibers. Learn the history, culture and development of dyes/colorants among the Dine. Pick plants and possibly minerals. Dye, paint and stain using all what the Holy People gave to us.

Isabel Myers-Deschinny will be teaching the Introduction to Navajo Tapestry Weaving on June 10-13, 2009. Learn about the different and significant characteristics of Dine weaving. Learn basic Dine weaving techniques; Learn to ply yarns and make warp; Learn how to set-up a traditional loom. Learn basic rug designs as blocks, borders and diagonals. Loom, tools, yarns and other supplies are provided and YOU KEEP!

Please view link: http://www.geocities.com/deschinny/WEAVING_AND_DYEING.html

For workshop costs, registration forms and/or more information, contact Mark H. Deschinny at (928) 871-5587 or deschinny@yahoo.com. I hope to hear from you soon. In the mean time, take care and peace be upon you...

Hagoonee',

Mark H. Deschinny
P.O. Box 4677
Window Rock, AZ 86515
(928) 871-5578
deschinny @ yahoo.com

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Diné Language Program Summer Classes

June 15 – July 15, 2009

Enroll Now!

PHOENIX INDIAN CENTER

GED Classroom

4520 N. Central Ave., Suite 250

Phoenix, AZ 85012

Beginning Navajo, Diné Culture Classes, Navajo Literacy & Children’s Navajo Class

All classes will teach the proper Diné Introduction.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT FREDDIE JOHNSON AT (602)264-6768 EXT.2305 Fax (602)274-7486

Email fjohnson@phxindcenter.org

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American Indian Language Development Institute (AILDI) 2009 Events

AILDI: Thirty Years of Tradition of Speaking from the Heart Event

American Indian Language Development Institute
June 8 - July 2, 2009

University of Arizona, Tucson

A variety of classes, Special Presentations, Events will be held to honor 30 yrs of commitment to

Indigenous Language Education

More Information: http://www.u.arizona.edu/~aildi/

30th Annual Symposium Celebration: June 29 - July 2, 2009

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SAIGE Announces Youth Track at Sixth Annual National Training Conference

The Society of American Indian Government Employees (SAIGE) is the only national
Non- profit organization that advocates for American Indian and Alaska Native
Government employees.

SAIGE will host their 6th annual training conference, “Many Nations, One Voice,” June 1-5, 2009
in San Diego, California at the Town and Country Hotel.

Great opportunity for Native youth to be fully funded for a training that will enable them to meet and be mentored by American Indian professionals in the Government. It helps them learn about the various agencies, they are integrated into the program, they are mentored, and most end up with internships and jobs.

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Immunization and School Physical Clinics at NATIVE HEALTH

. This is a great opportunity to get your child’s immunizations and sports physicals.  Many sports physicals are due by August 1st to the AIA.

June 9 & June 11, 2009

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Learning is a Journey - An Educational Symposium

Jun 11, 2009

8:00a  - 4:30p

Navajo Nation Museum

For more info, call Ruth @ (928) 729-8583  or Myra @ (505) 726-8549

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FREE Major League Baseball Players

Alumni Association Legends for Youth Kids Clinic

FREE Baseball Clinic Presented by The Players Trust

Wednesday, June 10, 2009 – 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Randy Johnson Field

Eastlake Park

1549 E Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85034

Former Major League Baseball players will teach YOU the fundamentals of the Game

SUPPORTING LINKS:

http://www.baseballalumni.com

http://www.mlbplayers.com

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Native American Artists Professional Development Workshop

June 12-13, 2009 in Tucson, AZ

These free public events augment the Native American Artists Professional Development Workshop sponsored by TPAC and presented by First Peoples Fund of Rapid City, South Dakota. Native American artists who live in Arizona can still apply for this program. Download an application at: http://www.tucsonpimaartscouncil.org/workshop.html .

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National Congress of American Indians - Mid-Year Conference
"Tribal Nations Investing in the Future"
Niagara Falls, NY
June 14-17, 2009

American Indian Policy Institute/Gila River/Salt River/ADEQ joint project on air toxics was accepted as one of the 4 research presentations for the National Congress of American Indians mid-year convention in June (see below under Tribal Leader/Scholar Forum).

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Chuska Youth Environmental Camp

June 21-27, 2009 - Tsaile, Arizona

The Chuska Youth Environmental Camp will be offered again this summer June 21-27 in Tsaile, Arizona. The camp is free and available to youth entering grades 6-10. Attached is the student application and more information about the program. Please contact Benita at blitson@dinecollege.edu or Terri at rockspire@gmail.com if you have questions.

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Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community

In partnership with the American Indian Film Institute-San Francisco

FILM FESTIVAL

Council Chambers at Two Waters

10005 E. Osborn Road

(SE corner of Longmore & Osborn Roads)

June 22 & 23, 2009

FREE ADMISSION

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Native American Youth Governance Camp
June 23-25, 2009
The University of Arizona campus
Tucson, Arizona

Join us at the 3rd Native American Youth Governance Camp June 23-25, 2009, on the campus of The University of Arizona in Tucson.

During the three-day camp, students will reside on campus, eat in the Student Memorial Union, and attend classes on the UA campus.

Register by May 29, 2009

For more information, contact Carrie Stusse at cms1@u.arizona.edu or Julian Billy at jbilly@u.arizona.edu, or call (520) 626-0664.

Brochure
PDF (1.1 mb)

Application Form
PDF (264 kb)

Sponsorship Opportunities

For more information check out the wesite: http://nni.arizona.edu/whatsnew/naygc3.php

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Summit of Arizona Community Colleges and Indian Nations and Tribes

This event is being co-hosted by the Maricopa Community College District (MCCCD) and Inter Tribal Council of Arizona (ITCA). As you may know, Maricopa and ITCA have been working together to identify strategies to address some of the common challenges faced by American Indian students attending our community colleges, including disbursement of tribal education program funds, housing assistance, and credit transfer issues. As a result of these meetings, we decided to bring together statewide community college leaders with tribal representatives to begin developing strategies to address these issues, and to promote greater collaboration and information sharing between our agencies. We hope you will be able to participate in this initial meeting.

The summit will be held at Mesa Community College on Wednesday, June 24th from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

There is no charge to participate in this event, but registration is requested for purposes of room and food reservations.
Registration and event details are available online.
or for more information, feel free to call me at the MCCCD Center for Civic Participation, (480) 731-8927.

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Hwééldi – The Dine Long Walk Presentation

June 24, 2009 @ 6:00pm 0 8:00pm

Mesa Public School – Student Services Center

Grand Canyon Room

1025 N. Country Club

(SE Corner of 10th St and Country Club – South of Brown Rd)

Mesa, Az

An unforgettable Diné history lesson! Thousands of Diné; infants to elders, the sick and the weak, were forces to march hundreds of miles away from their sacred homelands to Fort Sumner in Bosque Redondo, NM. Diné people were held captives for five years before the signing of Treat of 1868.

Free Refreshments – Free Admission

For more information contact Freddie Johnson (602) 263-1017 or fjohnson@phxindcenter.org.

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National Johnson-O'Malley Association
2009 NJOMA Conference Local Planning Committee Meeting
Agenda, June 25th, Flagstaff, AZ

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National Conference 2009 Flyer

Sheraton Crescent, Phoenix, AZ, November 3-5, 2009

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June 25th, Phoenix, AZ

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July

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Watershed Restoration Course Workshop

Diné Environmental Institute Campus - Shiprock, NM

July 6-10, 2009

No Cost

Certificate of Completion

Taught by:

Dr. Kumud Acharya, DRI **** Dr. Mark Stone, DRI ***** Dr. Karletta Chief, DRI

Course Description: The course will provide an introduction to the theory, methods, techniques, and tools used to restore and enhance watershed health. We will investigate watershed function; introductory stream hydrology and morphology; and fish, amphibian and aquatic habitat characteristics. The course also explores human impacts on watershed and stream function, as well as on fish habitat and fish populations. The course includes field reconnaissance of a watershed and students learn to gather field data and develop a watershed restoration plan.

Please contact Dr. Chief at karletta.chief@dri.edu by June 26 to register!

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The Native American Basketball Invitational
July 7-11, 2009
Phoenix, AZ

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July 8th

Phoenix Mercury Native American Heritage Night - Phoenix Mercury vs. Chicago Sky 7pm

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Black Mesa Water Coalition Leadership Institute

July 12-18, 2009 at Tsaile, AZ Dine College

See Online Newsletter here

Black Mesa Water Coalition is announcing our very 1st Leadership Institute. The Leadership Institute is designed to assist emerging youth & community leaders in developing & refining their leadership skills.  We are only able to accept 20 Southwest Indigenous/Native young people, between the ages of 18 - 29 years old, to participate in this year's Institute.  Those selected will be able to participate in two weeks of focused trainings, sharing, and reflection to build upon their organizing and leadership skills.  In addition, the Leadership Institute aims to build a network of emerging and established inter-generational leaders supporting one another as we work together in building a better world.

BMWC is the host organization for both week-long sessions and will invite other trainers and facilitators.  Both week long sessions will integrate skill building and theory, such as: identifying root problems through Indigenous history, sharing our tribal histories, decolonization, analyzing systems of oppressions, media, planning, fundraising, facilitation, and base building.   The first week session will be held July 12-18, 2009 at Tsaile, AZ Dine College Campus.  The second session will be held Winter 2009/2010 and will be determined by the selected participants schedules.

The Leadership Institute Application

We encourage you to apply and pass on the opportunity to other youth.  Please note the deadline date (June 26, 2009).  If you have any questions, you may contact us via email (chelsea.rc@gmail.com) or via phone (928.556.3138).   For more information about the Black Mesa Water Coalition see: www.blackmesawatercoalition.org. 

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Nikke A Alex
Black Mesa Water Coalition
Navajo Green Jobs / Youth Coordinator
nikkealex@gmail.com  |  (c) 505.879.7461  |  (o) 928.213.5909
blackmesawatercoalition.org |  navajogreenjobs.com

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Business Trade Fair

July 15th

8:00 am-4:00 pm at the Desert Willow Conference Center in Phoenix

Hosted by the American Indian Chamber of Commerce and Arizona Department of Transportation

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The Nick Lowery Youth Foundation’s Nation Building for Native Youth 2009  Summer Leadership Institute

July 9 – 12 in Scottsdale, Arizona

We hope that 3-4 youth aged 15-19 (high school or recent graduates) from your nation and an adult advisor will be able to attend!

Program description

Youth Applications

Advisor information form

The 4-day agenda includes a service-learning project, a mock-tribal council.  It’s intensive and fun and the only program that trains adult youth workers along with the youth.   Please call me with any questions!

Regards,

Lynn Kickingbird - Program Manager for the Nick Lowery Youth Foundation

Toll Free: 888.340.5661; Cell: 405.833.3036 - See Also:  www.nickloweryfoundation.com

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13th Native American Youth Entrepreneur Camp
July 19-24, 2009
The University of Arizona campus
Tucson, Arizona

Join us at the 13th Native American Youth Entrepreneur Camp July 19-24, 2009, on the campus of The University of Arizona in Tucson.

Learn to build private-sector enterprises in Indian Country. Visit Native-owned businesses. Enjoy extracurricular activities on and off the UA campus.

Like the real world, the camp is intensive and challenging, but rewarding and fun!

During the six-day camp, students will reside on campus, eat in the Student Memorial Union, and attend classes on the UA campus.

Register by July 01, 2009

For more information, contact Carrie Stusse at cms1@u.arizona.edu or Julian Billy at jbilly@u.arizona.edu, or call (520) 626-0664.

Brochure
PDF (1 mb)

Application Form
PDF (264 kb)

Sponsorship Opportunities
PDF (220 kb)

For more information check out the wesite: http://nni.arizona.edu/whatsnew/nayec13.php

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2009 Indigenous Soccer Cup (Flyer)

      July 29-August 2nd

New Mexico State University - Las Cruces, New Mexico

Hosted by N.M.S.U. American Indian Student Services

An event of Southwest Youth Services & New Mexico Sports Authority

Registration Deadline: June 15th

If you have any questions regarding these events, please contact me. Have a great day!

JoAnn Melchor, Managing Director

Southwest Youth Services - P.O. Box 82624 - Albuquerque, NM 87198 - 505-238-2058

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INTERESTED IN DEVELOPING POSITIVE YOUTH PROGRAMMING
IN NATIVE AMERICAN COMMUNITIES?

THIS POSITION IS FOR YOU…

SERVE AS AN AMERICORPS VISTA MEMBER GROWING
THE NATIVE YOUTH WELLNESS CORPS (NYWC) PROJECT (Flyer)

• Application Deadline is July 15th, 2009 for service commitment to start in August 2009. 

                (Service positionsavailable until Filled or August 2009)

Benefits:

This position is a FULL TIME, 1 YEAR commitment

(Accepted applicants may not hold other paid work positions, nor take more than one academic class per semester during their one-year Vista term of service.) 

To learn more about becoming an AmeriCorps VISTA, head to the Center for National & Community Service AmeriCorps website @ www.americorps.gov/about/programs/vista.asp

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Early Childhood Care & Family Development Conference
August 7-8, 2009
Prescott Resort & Conference Center
1500 State Route 69
Prescott, AZ  86301
Sponsored by the Southwestern Institute for the Education of Native Americans (SIENA)

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The Seven Generations Awards Dinner & Silent Auction

By the Native American Bar Association of Arizona

Saturday, September 26, 2009

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WANT TO LEARN HOW TO HUNT?

Navajo Nation Department of Fish & Wildlife

2009 5th Annual Youth Hunt

September 25, 26 & 27, 2009

Carrizo Mountain

If you’re between the ages of 12 & 16 and have an interest in hunting, but no one to teach you then this program may be for you. If selected you will get: One-on-one instruction by an expert hunter; hunter education instrucation and certification; learn ethical deer hunting; and experience the great outdoors!

You must follow an application proccess. Application deadline is on June 12, 2009.

For mor information on how to apply contact: NN Department of Fish and Wildlife at (928) 871-6451/6450 or www.nndfw.org.

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Mesa Public School's Native American Education Program

2nd annual Native American College Fair Night for our 9th-12th grade Native American students

Thursday, November 5th from 6PM-8PM

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52nd Annual Conference of the Western Social Science Association (WSSA)

The conference will be at the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada April 14 – 17, 2010. 

The WSSA website (http://wssa.asu.edu/) contains an introduction to the Association and useful information.

Proposals for papers and panels are due to us by December 1, 2009.

          The Vine Deloria, Jr. Student paper award will also be given at this conference. 

Further, we hope you will encourage your students to consider attending this conference.

Letter of Invite

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Governor's Office of Equal Opportunity
http://azgovernor.gov/eop/GOEOUpdates.asp

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DOE Tribal Energy Program

Tribal Funding & Training Opportunities

Renewable Energy and Sustainability Grants Opportunities Available

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EECBG Program Alert! - Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program new "Application Resources" webpage DEADLINE REMINDER - The EECBG Program application deadline for direct formula grants is fast approaching! All eligible recipients must submit their completed application package by June 25, 2009, 8:00 EST. If you have not already done so, we suggest that you complete the three registration steps outlined on the EECBG homepage, and download the Funding Opportunity Announcement and application materials now.

Finally, a searchable database of all the questions and answers from FedConnect has been posted. This can be accessed by clicking on the "Frequently Asked Questions" feature button in the lower right corner of the EECBG Program homepage at http://www.eecbg.energy.gov/.

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There are 37 funding notices. Please check each for eligibility as many may not be specific to Tribes. Questions should be directed to those identified for that specific notice.

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 The Arizona Technology Council

Table of Contents:

JULY

EMPLOYMENT

1. Direct Services Coordinator and 2. Value-Added Coordinator - Developing Innovations in Navajo Education, Inc
Navajo Nation Traditional Agricultural Outreach (NNTAO) works in our western Navajo communities with farmers, ranchers and food business start-ups. View original notice here.
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MAGAZINE EDITOR- Tribal College Journal (TCJ) is seeking a full-time editor

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Updated Job Poster for Ovations Food Services located at the Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino (opening October 2009)

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Temporary Position - Native American Programs - Bureau of Health Emergency Management - New Mexico Department of Health

The position is full time, 40 hours per week, and reports daily to our offices here in Santa Fe when not in the field. Depending on education and experience the pay rate is between $16.00 and $23.00/hour. Benefits include medical, dental, eye, life insurance, accrued annual & sick leave. Social security, federal & state taxes are deducted from the bi-weekly payments. Assistant will take and successfully pass NIMS 700, IS 800, ICS 100 & 200 and other FEMA on line courses.

Successful candidate will be supervised by the Native American Planner and will conduct training in NIMS, ICS 100 & 200, provide technical assistance in Countermeasure sites planning & activation (PODS); coordinate the collaborative work with various entities on risk communication projects. This will entail travel to various tribal sites with some over night stays.  The assistant will need to take a State on New Mexico Driver Safety course to be able to operate a State vehicle.

Assistant may meet with tribal councils and will work with tribal program staff, county & city emergency managers, and New Mexico Department of Homeland Security (DHSEM) and various IHS facilities.

Will share responsibility with Native American Planner on management of existing subcontracts to various tribes and consultants.

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Morris K. Udall Native American Congressional Internship Program - Program Manager

The Morris K. Udall Foundation has a full-time position for a Program Manager. The Program Manager is responsible for program operations, strategic planning, recruitment, and alumni outreach for the Native American internship Program. The position is based in Tucson, Arizona, however, the incumbent spends May through August in Washington, D.C. Housing and per diem is provided. Responsibilities include recruitment and selection of native American interns; building institutional relationships with congressional and agency offices; intern placement; developing orientation and enrichment activities; arranging intern housing; and alumni development. The Program Manager assists with recruiting for the Native American scholarship and alumni network. Applicants must have experience working with Native American college students and communities; university degree, preferably master’s level; experience infields related to student recruitment or outreach, and/or student life; strong computer skills; and excellent communication skills. Ideally, applicants should be familiar with Washington, D.C. and have an interest in tribal public policy. A complete description is available at http://www.udall.gov. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Morris K. Udall Foundation, to the attention of Jane Curlin; 130 South Scott Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85701-1922. Application deadline is June 17, 2009.

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Hiring for the Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino, Chandler, AZ (Opening Late Oct. 2009)

Check out the casinos and a virtual tour of the new hotel/casino at www.wingilariver.com.   You can also obtain more information on Ovations Food Services at www.ovationsfoodservices.com.     We are a company in high growth at the moment, in particularly within the gaming industry.

We are very proud of our partnership with the Gila River Indian Community and are dedicated to hiring a very diverse and highly qualified staff.

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Program Advisor, American Indian Center - Mesa Community College, Mesa, AZ

Provides advisement to new, continuing and prospective students on admissions, course and program requirements, registration procedures and other support services such as tribal financial aid procedures; will act as liaison between faculty and other advisors; will develop, coordinate and participate in retention services, recruitment and special programs designed to promote Native American/American Indian students.

MCC Human Resources Website: www.maricopa.edu/hrweb

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Early Outreach Counselor (Tucson GEAR UP Project) - University of Arizona

The Early Outreach Counselor will serve as a College Coach at a local High School and will be responsible for delivering services at the school level, that is, for mentoring individual students, for working in tandem with school guidance counselors, for scheduling College Knowledge, Financial Aid and Scholarship workshops, and for making presentations to students and families. Workshops are presented in both English and Spanish.

Through the implementation of programs and services, the College Coach will encourage and motivate students to prepare for college and to provide guidance and assistance through the college research, application and selection processes. The College Coach will work with students individually and in small groups, will coordinate college knowledge and financial aid workshops for both students and parents. Evenings and weekend work is required.

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USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service Job/Internship Opportunity

The position is for a Civil Engineering student to be trained to be an engineer to work in Shiprock, NM on the Navajo Nation. A student in Agricultural Engineering (AE) would also fit the need of this opportunity.  It is highly encouraged for the AE student to be on track to get a class in concrete and steel design.

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Native Nations Institute Administrative Assistant

Opening for an Administrative Assistant at the Native Nations Institute for Leadership, Management, and Policy, at the Udall Center for Studies in Public Policy, University of Arizona.

Applications must be filled out through the University of Arizona online application site. Link to the position: www.uacareertrack.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=194573.

Required documents: online application, resume, letter of interest. Resume and letter of interest can be uploaded with the application.

The position is open until filled, with an initial review date of May 27, 2009 and start date around July 1, 2009. (Posting this position does not mean that Carrie is leaving. Her responsibilities are increasing, and her title will change.)

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NAVAJO DEPARTMENT OF WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT - AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT (ARRA) of 2009

IMMEDIATE EMPLOYMENT RECRUITMENT - Job Vacancy Announcements

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Labor-Management Relations Field Examiner Co-Op - ASU

Excellent employment (co-op) opportunity for students. The ideal candidate is a senior undergrad or first year grad/law student majoring in Labor Relations, Industrial Relations, Labor Law, Labor Economics, Political Science, Economics, Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Accounting, or Law. Other majors will be considered. Bilingual in Spanish is a plus. Candidates should have strong writing and research skills.

This position will be posted on the Sun Devil CareerLink system through career services later this week. Those who have questions can contact Miguel Rodriguez at Miguel.rodriguez@nlrb.gov or 602-640-2146.

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Scholarship, Grants, & other Edu Opps

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Native Threads Art Contest

A chance to win over $500!

Visit website for full details.

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Pre-Apprenticeship program sponsored by ADOT

Just starting out? Want a change in careers?

Are you interested in highway construction?

We are looking for participants who want to explore the construction trades. This class is designed to help people new to the construction industry choose their best career path. It will also help ensure that applicants meet or exceed the minimum qualifications for the registered apprenticeship or training program of your choice.
 
This free class is financed by the Federal Highway Administration and managed by Arizona Department of Transportation. Students will participate in hands-on activities and skill building. Included in the class is training for OSHA 10, Flagging certification, and Red Cross/CPR.
 
You will not leave the class a journeyworker in any craft, but you will be able to select the craft most suited to your interests.
 
If you are the hands-on type, like working out of doors, and want a high paying career with unlimited possibilities, give this class a try. You must be at least 18 to participate, but there is no upper age limit. A high school diploma or GED is not required, but the lack will limit your employment possibilities.
 
You can only apply at http://www.azdot.gov/Applications/Registration/Civil_Rights/Application.asp
 

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Hello American Indian ASU student,

My name is Philbert Huskon, I am an Alumni of ASU and I would like to forward some information that is geared towards students interesting in medicine or health care professions. There is a conference coming up in August called the Association of American Indian Physician Conference in Alexandia, VA (DC area). If you would like to attend, please follow the information below...

Good Luck and Enjoy the Summer!!!

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ITCA/UA
American Indian Research Center for Health (AIRCH)
Diabetes Research Training

Dates: July 21st – 25th
Location: AAIP 38th Annual Conference
Alexandria, VA
Open to any student who is American Indian/Alaskan Native. Travel, meals and registration will be paid.

Submit 1 page resume and 1 page essay stating why you would like to attend and how it would benefit your studies.

Submit resume and essay to:

Denise Angel
500 N Tucson Blvd #110
Tucson, AZ 85716

Or Fax: 520-318-7017

Or email: mangel@u.arizona.edu (preferred)

Deadline June 30, 2009

Sponsored by AMGEN

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Philbert Huskon
ASU ALUMNI '08
Biomedical Engineering

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Native Insight

The Alaska Federation of Natives, in partnership with the National Congress of American Indians and the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement, has launched "Native Insight: Thoughts on Recession, Recovery & Opportunity," a writing competition designed to encourage Native Americans to share their perspectives on the challenges and opportunities in the current economic and political landscape.

The national competition will distributed a total of $60,000 among three Alaska Native winners and three Native Hawaiian/Lower 48 American Indian winners ($10,000 each), with opportunities for their winning essays to be published in Native journals and magazines across the United States.

* April 27, 2009
Official Competition Launch

* September 15, 2009
Submission Deadline (11:59 p.m. Alaska time)

* October 22, 2009
Winners will be notified by phone/email

* October 22-24, 2009
Public Announcement Of Winners

The competition is open to Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and American Indians of all ages. For complete program information, visit the Native Insight Web site: http://www.nativeinsight.org/.

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The Newton and Betty Rosenzweig Scholarship in Collaboration with Dr. Peterson Zah

2009-2010 Application

Summary

Deadline July 31, 2009

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2009-2010 National Pan-Hellenic Council - A Community Conscious, Action Oriented Organization

Arizona State University - Book Scholarship Application

Scholarship Awarded:

NPHC is pleased to announce the 2009-2010 Book Scholarship.

Up to Two $500 Scholarships will be awarded to a graduating high school senior planning to attend Arizona State University in the fall of 2009.

Up to Two $500 Scholarships will be awarded to a college sophomore, Junior, or Senior returning to Arizona State University in the fall of 2009.

Up to One $500 Scholarship will be awarded to a member of the NPHC returning to ASU in the fall of 2009.

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Arizona State University - Gamma Alpha Omega Sorority, Inc. - Apple Award

Scholarship Awarded:

Gamma Alpha Omega Sorority is pleased to announce the Apple Award.

One of Gamma Alpha Omega’s founding purposes was to aid the community, specifically the youth. This year GAO will provide one $500 scholarship to an incoming high school student.

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The Indigenous Early Intervention Alliance (IEIA) and the Office of American Indian Projects (OAIP)

The Indigenous Early Intervention Alliance (IEIA) and the Office of American Indian Projects (OAIP) is pleased to give an update on our toy drive and scholarships for tribal children.  Last year we collected 1,100 total toys specifically targeted toward Indigenous children and their families.  Our goal this year was to have 2,200 by December 2009.   We currently have 2,263 items (toys, clothing, shoes, etc.).   The toy drive, coordinated by Dr. Michael Niles (ASU/OAIP/IEIA) and Dr. Lisa Byers (OU/IEIA) is the largest targeted toy drive in the nation for Indigenous children.

This makes ASU and OU national leaders in gifting to Indigenous children.  Please stop by my office to see what 2,200 toys look like.  We will continue collect toys through December 2009.

As most are aware, the IEIA and OAIP gives away 7-8 scholarships (personal $$) to Indigenous college students.  We have received 118 applications from around the world (New Zealand to Peru to Alaska and everywhere in between).

2009 MishkoswIn Scholarship

2009 Esbesendowen Scholarship

2009 Keepers Scholarship

2009 John Sky Scholarship

2009 Ghigau Scholarship

Thanks again and please donate a toy if you can during this difficult economic time.  Best wishes.

Michael D. Niles, M.S.W., Ph.D. - Tribal Member, Citizen Potawatomi Nation
Assistant Professor - School of Social Work - Arizona State University - Office of American Indian Projects (OAIP)

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Full Scholarships for MPH & MSW

Full-Tuition Scholarships and Other Tuition Assistance Available to MPH Students at Brown

The new Master of Public Health program at Washington University’s Brown School is offering four, full-tuition, merit-based scholarships to support students interested in improving community health locally, nationally, and internationally. The full-tuition scholarships are available to prospective MPH students who have professional interests or experience in a range of areas including health communications, nursing, and community or public service, as well as to prospective students completing health and pre-professional health majors who seek career opportunities in public health.  Additional tuition assistance is also available to students entering the fall 2009 class.

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Pre-Admission Workshop for American Indian students interested in applying to health professional school

Hosted by the Center of American Indian and Minority Health

July 20th-22nd in Alexandria, VA. which is just outside of Washington, DC. Please note that all travel arrangements, meals and lodging will be provided by CAIMH.

See attached for more information.
Contact:
Ethan Miller
Community Program Specialist
Center of American Indian and Minority Health (CAIMH) University of Minnesota Medical School
D604 Mayo Memorial Building
420 Delaware St SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
612.624.3825 (Direct Phone) 612.624.0473 (Fax)
mill1677@umn.edu

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Navajo Nation LSAT Study Group

See flyer for dates

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EARTHSCOPE - MARGINS Program
Full Proposal Deadline Date: July 1, 2009


Reminder:  The deadline for submitting proposals to the MARGINS solicitation, including post-doctoral fellowship proposals, is July 1, 2009.  The guidelines follow the MARGINS Solicitation 07-546 (see link above); however, the July 1 2009 deadline will have somewhat different emphasis than in the past.  This difference is important, emphasizing integration and synthesis activities, and will likely affect funding priorities.  

The Preface from NSF's MARGINS web site (above) explains the new emphasis:  "July 1, 2009 is a deadline for submittal of MARGINS proposals for FY 2010 (which starts in October 2009). FY2010 is a period of transition for the MARGINS Program, while decision is being made for the continuation of a successor program. During this transition, for the next proposal submittal deadline (July 1, 2009) MARGINS program at NSF encourages the community to submit proposals for integrative/synthesis activities under the current MARGINS Program. Proposals for new data collection efforts should be limited to short-duration efforts for filling important gaps critical to the completion of such integration and synthesis goals."

Several useful documents provide more details, both on the FY2010 proposal round and on the MARGINS Review context.  They may be helpful in preparing proposals, and include:

  A Feb. 2009 Letter from Program Manager Bilal Haq, addressing the FY2010 proposals: http://www.nsf-margins.org/index_News%20from%20NSF2009.pdf

  The documentation prepared for the Decadal Review, the Review Committee Report, and responses by the MARGINS Steering Committee and by NSF Program Managers:  http://www.nsf-margins.org/Review2009

  And, as always, a variety of other material on the MARGINS web page  http://www.nsf-margins.org

NSF Program Managers for MARGINS come from Ocean Sciences/MGG, Earth Sciences, and Ocean Sciences/ODP:

Bilal U. Haq   bhaq@nsf.gov   (703) 292-8581
William Leeman  wleeman@nsf.gov  (703) 292-7411
Deborah Smith   dksmith@nsf.gov   (703) 292-7478

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