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An Online Newsletter Celebrating Native America |
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June 15, 2002 - Issue 63 |
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Submissions for the Summer Craft Contest are now being accepted. |
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Entries will be accepted until 6/30/02. There are 5 categories for the Craft Contest: Beadwork To submit an entry, upload a picture of your craft to the Gallery under the correct Craft Contest Category. All submission will be moved to the Craft section of the Gallery after the Contest. http://www.powwows.com/cgi-bin/gallery/index.pl Voting on the crafts in each of the 5 categories will begin 7/1/02. The winners of each of these categories will receive a PowWows.com T-Shirt and advance to the Finals. The Finals of the Craft Contest will begin 8/1/02. The winner of the Finals will receive a Chief Joseph Pendleton Blanket. Second Place will receive a $50 gift certificate to Coyote's Corner, and third place will receive a $25 gift certificate to Coyote's Corner. The Summer Craft Contest is sponsored by Coyotes Corner. Visit thier site at: http://www.coyotescorner.com |
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The New England Board of Higher Education (NEBHE) seeks an exemplary education professional to serve as its Director of Excellence through Diversity. The mission of NEBHE's diversity program is to increase the participation and retention of underrepresented populations in higher education, particularly in the science, mathematics, engineering and technology (SMET) disciplines. NEBHE is a non-profit, regional compact of the six New England states with a mission to increase the educational opportunities and services. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and salary history to Phyllis Maguire, NEBHE, 45 Temple Place, Boston, MA 02110 or to pmaguire@nebhe.org. |
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Call
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Submit abstract proposals to: Dr. Susan Schacher, Chair Deadline: June 15, 2002 |
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THE
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Dartmouth College has long been recognized for its commitment to
Indian education and for the strength of its Native American Studies
program. Over the past thirty years, more than 500 Native Americans
from over 120 The Dartmouth Admissions Office invites applications for the Assistant
Director of Admissions position. The Assistant Director of Admissions
will share in all of the responsibilities involved with the recruitment
and selection of talented undergraduates. Specific duties will include
travel designed to attract qualified students, several months of reviewing
and assessing applications, organizational duties related to the spring
programs for accepted students and conducting daily group information
sessions and interviews. Candidates should possess a willingness to
spend long hours working on application reading, travel and specific
projects as well as the ability to deal effectively with students, parents,
high school guidance counselors, alumni and faculty. Sensitivity to
the needs of differing groups of students and a commitment to a diverse
student body are essential. Strong public speaking and writing skills
required. Salary and specific responsibilities will depend on the successful
candidate's Dartmouth is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer; women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Review of applications will begin May 28, 2002 and will continue until the position is filled. |
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NAVAJO NATION WASHINGTON OFFICE |
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NAVAJO NATION WASHINGTON OFFICE Position Title: Legislative Associate Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am 6:00pm/40+ hours Salary: $46,821 per annum DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Experience: Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: |
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Fellowship Opportunity |
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Youth Development Fellowship |
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POSITION SUMMARY: Native American Health Center will hire four Youth Development Fellows for 8 weeks from June 19- August 11 to develop a plan and vision for Native American Youth Services in Oakland. The summer interns will work 3 days/week; 2 days at the Native American Youth Center as internal program evaluators and 1 day at a job shadowing site appropriate to youth interest. The youth selected for this position must be self-motivated and have an interest in program development and youth services in Oakland. RESPONSIBILITIES:
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin or other non-merit factors. Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Native American Health Center abides by the mandates of the ADEA (protecting individuals 40 years and older) and considers age a non-merit factor in all employment decisions and considerations. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Native American Health Center abides by the mandates of the ADA and considers disability a non-merit factor in all employment decisions and considerations. Furthermore, NAHC will make any practical, feasible, and reasonable arrangements to accommodate qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Note to Applicants: Please be advised that you may be asked to get a Department of Justice Fingerprinting clearance as a contingency for an offer of employment. Criminal clearances are obtained to protect the welfare and safety of clients receiving services at NAHC. SEND RESUMES TO:
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The
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Save the date October 5, 2002, confirm your address, and remember to plan early in the semester for your underrepresented students interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to attend this unique opportunity sponsored by The NEW ENGLAND BOARD OF HIGHER EDUCATION's (NEBHE) Excellence Through Diversity Program. The 11th Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics A day for students of color from all six New England states to meet one another as well as scientists, mathematicians and engineers from academe and industry, featuring expert advice, encouragement, networking, and showcases of internship and college opportunities. "SEEING SO MANY SCIENCE-ORIENTED MINORITY STUDENTS, FACULTY, AND BUSINESS PEOPLE, HEARING THEIR STORIES, AND LEARNING ABOUT THEIR JOBS WAS VERY EDUCATIONAL AND INSPIRING." WHAT TO DO:
The New England Board of Higher Education looks forward to working in partnership with the region's schools, colleges, independent programs, and universities to increase access for underrepresented students interested in careers in math, science, engineering and technology. Please find more information on our website at www.nebhe.org/sciencenetwork.html which will be updated throughout the summer, or by calling any of us at 617-357-9620. Yours, |
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Dartmouth
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Dartmouth's annual Native American Fly-In program provides talented Native American high school seniors with an unparalleled opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge of the College's academic resources, student services, and admission and financial aid criteria. Once a student is accepted into the Fly-In Program, Dartmouth will cover ALL EXPENSES associated with airfare and on-campus rooms and meals. If you are interested in being a Native American Fly-In participant, some of the basic criteria include:
In order to apply for Dartmouth College's Native American Fly-In Program, please complete and send the following items:
Each of the above documents must be sent to the following address:
THE APPLICATION SUBMISSION DEADLINE IS MONDAY, JULY 1ST, 2002. Candidates selected for participation will be notified by August 30th. If you have further questions, please call the Dartmouth College Admissions Office at 1-800-860-1294, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST. |
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The Center for New England Culture of the University of New Hampshire will sponsor a teacher institute on Native American culture and curriculum development. Open without charge to teachers (with an emphasis on elementary and middle schools) and to librarians, the institute will provide teachers with workshops on Native American culture, past and present, with leading experts at the Museum. There will also be workshops on curriculum development to incorporate Native Studies materials in existing curricular frameworks and to develop new strategies for teaching from a native perspective. Participants will have full access to museum and research facilities. The institute has a capacity of 25 teachers, drawn from all six New England states. Groups of teachers from individual schools or districts are encouraged to apply. Housing and meals will be provided free of charge at Mitchell College in nearby New London, Connecticut. Funding for the institute is provided by a challenge grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities and by the University of New Hampshire Center for New England Culture. Participants can receive CEUs or graduate credit through UNH's Division of Continuing Education for a fee. For further information and registration, contact: David Watters, Center for New England Culture, Huddleston Hall, University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH 03824; (603) 862-0353, dhw@cisunix.unh.edu. |
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Central
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For any and all tribal members who currently hold the bachelor's degree, I would like to invite you to consider continuing your academic career at Central Washington University, by applying to the master's degree program in Resource Management. There are still several openings available this coming fall for qualified students to participate in the Native American Graduate Fellowship Program. We are able to offer you full tuition and a monthly stipend for living expenses under a grant from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. No matter what you have majored in as an undergraduate, the graduate Resource Management curriculum will offer you a chance to get involved with learning the important concepts and skills in managing Indian lands and natural resources as well as dealing with archaeological issues, sacred sites, and other cultural resources. For more information on these fellowships and how to apply, see: http://www.cwu.edu/~geograph/fellows.html For more information about the CWU Resource Management program,
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POSITION
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Media, Arts and Culture Unit/Knowledge, Creativity & Freedom Program SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: Working with the Director, the Media, Arts and Culture (MAC) team and other Foundation staff, the Program Officer will be responsible for developing, monitoring, and evaluating the programming in arts and culture with a focus on the cultural and social knowledge and resources of Native peoples. A secondary theme is to explore linkages between the cultural knowledge of indigenous communities and other ethnic/racial groups in the U.S. Context and community are recognized as defining elements of Native culture and art. Building on the Foundation's work with American Indian and other tribal communities, the Program Officer will develop two initiatives that help these lifeways to flourish in their own communities and at the same time continue contributing to American society. The first initiative will be designed to create and support public space to nurture, celebrate, express, and understand the cultural and artistic resources of Native communities. The second initiative will support and promote exchanges of knowledge among indigenous groups, other racial/ethnic communities, and emerging artists and cultural workers. The Program Officer will develop grantmaking strategies; identify prospective grantees; solicit, review and respond to grant proposals; and prepare recommendations for Foundation funding. The Program Officer is expected to be an important contributor to the goals of the Knowledge, Creativity & Freedom program as well as its conceptualization of-and work in-the field of arts and culture. She/he is also expected to work closely with colleagues in the Community and Resource Development unit in the Assets program as well as with staff in the Foundation's other fields in the U.S. and overseas. QUALIFICATIONS: The Foundation seeks a seasoned professional with an advanced degree. This individual should have substantial experience with, commitment to, and a deep knowledge of Native communities in the U.S., including language, fundamental traditions and cultural frameworks. She/he should have a demonstrated interest and understanding of the potential connections between Native cultures and the artistic and cultural work of other place-based, racial and ethnic communities in the U.S. Applicants should also have a strong interest in and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, especially in the U.S. and also overseas. Strong analytical, managerial, organizational and interpersonal skills are highly desirable. Native Americans are especially encouraged to apply. Salary is based on experience and the Foundation's commitment to internal equity. A generous benefits package is included. To apply for employment, please send resume, cover letter, and brief writing sample (5-20 pages of original work) to Ms. Z. Reiter at the above address preferably by e-mail to resumes@fordfound.org by June 30, 2002. Equal employment opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles at The Ford Foundation, where employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established under law. |
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Indians Into Psychology (InPsych) Program |
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The Indians Into Psychology (InPsych) Program at the University
of Montana is still accepting applications for its two-week summer program
that runs from June 30th-July 13th, 2002 in Missoula, MT on the campus
of the University of Montana. The InPsych Program focuses on preparing
students to apply to graduate programs in Clinical Psychology. Activities
include speakers, writing personal statements, preparing for the GRE,
a research seminar and more. InPsych provides for travel, room, board,
and a stipend. Interested students should submit an application (available
on-line @ www.umt.edu/inpsych),
a letter of interest/personal statement, two letters of recommendation,
transcripts, and proof of tribal enrollment. InPsych Fax number: (406) 243-6094 Shannon Dooling |
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The Walt Disney Studios and ABC Entertainment Writing Fellowship Program |
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ABC is seeking diverse writing talent for "The Walt Disney Studios and ABC Entertainment Writing Fellowship Program. Up to twelve paid positions will be available for writers who exhibit talent and a passion to work in the television and feature film profession. This will be the thirteenth year of a highly competitive program that sets the standard for the industry. The Fellowship is open to all writers; there is no entry fee, although material must be notarized. Fellows will each be provided a flat weekly salary of $961.54 ($50,000 annualized) for up to a one-year period tentatively scheduled to begin in January 2003. Fellows outside of the Los Angeles area will be provided with round-trip airfare and one month accomodations. Writers may download an application packet from the ABC website at www.abcnewtalent.disney.com or by calling 818-560-6894. Please note that the submission period is June 1st through July 6, 2002. To be considered, material must be postmarked no later than July 6th. |
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ASC Member Organizations & Contacts: We are actively seeking candidates to apply for a newly created staff position within the Aboriginal Sport Circle. Working out of our national office in Akwesasne Mohawk Territory, Ontario, the Manager of High Performance Programs will oversee all related elite athlete training and competition programs. A copy of the Employment Notice is attached. Please forward this to your communities, member organizations and any individuals that you feel would be interested in applying for the position. Please note that no application deadline has been established as the competition will remain open until we have enough qualified applicants to interview. Should you have any questions or require further details on the posting, please contact me by email or by telephone at (613) 938-1176, extension 22. Thank you for your assistance. Rick Brant, |
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