Seizing the Opportunity, Thank You TCJ
In her final post, TCJ Student’s blogger, Shaina Nez, says goodbye and welcomes her successor.
Red Storyteller
Why Tribal Colleges Matter
The founders of the tribal college movement fought and worked hard to create new educational institutions for Native people. As tribal college alumni, it is our duty to support and appreciate the opportunity our education affords.
Honoring Our Elders
Me with John Emhoolah
November is Native American Heritage Month. This year, let’s celebrate our elders, who are the beholders of sacred knowledge, songs, and prayers, and with that are the leaders and true storytellers of the people.
Dear Native Women, We Are Resilient
Today, imagery of Native women is dominated by films like Disney’s Pocahontas. It’s a continuing controversy for many of us.
Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Celebrating the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas doesn’t make sense for American Indians. Instead, let’s proclaim the holiday Indigenous People’s Day, and celebrate who we are as Native peoples.
The Importance of Spirituality
About a week and a half ago, I attended a Native American Church ceremony for my paternal uncle. It had been a year since I attended a ceremony, and this was one that I will remember for the rest of …
Walking the Red Path in Education
A new college semester begins for many of you and I hope you’re very excited. New classes, new beginnings, and new knowledge—embrace every opportunity that crosses your path, it could lead to more amazing ventures. A good friend of mine …
Diné bizaadísh dinitsʼaʼ? Diné bizaad doo shił bééhózin da From a Non-Navajo Speaker
I was a bit frustrated with the 2014 Navajo Nation elections in regards to Chris Deschene being disqualified for not being a fluent speaker of the Navajo language. He has the educational qualifications to lead the nation. However, language fluency …
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Harvey’s Jewelry: A Continuing Legacy
Art has always been a legacy in my family. With my grandparents and relatives (both maternal and paternal), art was a natural-born skill.
“Naked Indian” and the Constant Battle of Stereotyping
Stereotypes can often have devastating effects on the youngest and most vulnerable people in our communities. TCU students have an important role to play in combatting negative portrayals and being the change we all want to see.