APRIL 22, 2014 VOL. 117 - ISSUE 5

THE INDIAN LEADER Support for Windows XP & Effect on Haskell, page 5 Little Indians Charlie Perry Haskell Lighthouse Renova- tions, page 6 Being of mixed decent myself I feathers and full regalia; they would would not otherwise if they were of thought it would be a good time to swing their vibrant orange jack o lan- a darker complexion. White friends Filmmaker Allan Holzman share a story with my fellow students tern plastic buckets hoping for a treat were constantly asking questions Visits Campus, page 8 to help illustrate the heartache that is like any other nine year old. Anyone like “does your grandmother live in racism in a young Native Americans could see through these little Indian’s a tipi,” or “Is your great grandfather Fashion Show, page 9 life. This story is a personal experi- tricks. Upon closer inspection one Sitting Bull?” almost all of my life ence of my life growing up. I hope could notice that their eagle feathers when I’d tell the story of my Na- Haskell Board of Regents, that after students read this piece it were from a turkey and their elabo- tive roots, friends would think it was page 10 will help them to understand that rate rainbow colored, beaded, regalia some elaborate joke, an offering to just because some Natives are light was made of plastic. The little Indi- the gods of irony. For the longest Underage Drinking & Haskell, skinned does not mean we don’t feel ans would run across my gaze yell- time it was more convenient to not the sorrow of ignorance any less. ing what seemed like a foreign lan- say anything at all.

Also Inside This Issue page 11 Beating doors on Halloween, guage as they shot their cheap plastic American pop culture portrays Na- “Keeping the MInutes”, page ghouls, goblins, and vampires were arrows from their flimsy bows, at the tive Americans as loin cloth wearing, 12 the norm in my neighborhood. Occa- cowboys hot on their heels. spear chucking, mystics that could sionally there would be a few little Growing up a pale faced Indian stop a farmers drought with the dance Student Poetry, page 13 Indians on the corner, decked out in one can see many things that they of their feet. See LITTLE INDIANS, Page 7

Wetlands Construction Miss Haskell Update Candidates Sports Page 2 Page 4 Page 14 Page 2 Lori Hasselman Watching Over the Wetlands The attendance was low but the Haskell. The Indian Leader newspa- WPO) and her friend was the Presi- structed with four lanes and moved diligence of a long fought battle re- per reported 138 students in atten- dent. We went down there and after to the south and the SLT will also mained high and filled the room. dance at one particular forum held in walking around I couldn’t believe have four lanes of traffic. Between Three students and two community 1993. anyone would want to destroy that the two roadways will be a 16-foot members gathered at the weekly Students began to organize protests beautiful land. That’s when I got in- concrete wall designed as a sound Wetlands Preservation Organization and stood along the roadside in the volved and right away we ended up barrier but will pose a connectivity going to Colorado in my van to the issue for wildlife and humans alike. 10th District Court of Appeals,” said WPO is pushing for the creation of LaBrie. toad tunnels and bear bridges that “The fight isn’t over. We still need would allow wildlife to pass either to make sure there are things that are over or under the roadways. handled correctly. We need students As for the humans, “There is already to be involved with that,” LaBrie grant funding for the extension of the added. rail trail that goes along the east edge of campus. The city fully intends to New Initiatives put in grants to extend that across the trafficway to the south to link up with Despite the appearance of con- the jogging trail and bike path that’s struction cones and flashing road part of the SLT,” said Caron. signs, the organization is still living WPO wants to push the city to add up to its name by continuing to watch trees and landscaping in such a way over the wetlands. that animals are encouraged at night to cross it. It also means that Haskell Photo published in the 1996 Haskell yearbook from protest that drew media attention. “The wetlands have played an enor- students have access across and can mous part in Haskell’s history and stay in contact with the southern part Meeting (WPO). Seeing more stu- Wetlands in pouring rain in April its ability to retain its sense of self. of the wetlands. dents fill the room would be a wel- 1994. More than 40 students from None of that should be dismissed or Westar Energy has provided all comed addition. Haskell and KU also lined 31st street forgotten simply because the State the materials to build out the exist- “I think once the signs starting with signs and flags in November has been successful in driving a road ing boardwalk all the way up to dry going up for the highway construc- 1995 drawing media attention from through the heart of it,” said Mike ground. tion, some of the energy went out the Kansas City and Topeka news sta- Caron, longtime WPO member. “The boardwalk is connected to window with it. I think people feel tions. defeated and they don’t want to save “We may not have had a something that they think is already full house for every WPO lost but every little piece counts,” meeting but we did have said WPO President, Robbie Wood. the support of the student body when we needed In the beginning it for protests, wetland clean ups, wetland tours, Student involvement has been a and many other events. I major force in the WPO initiative in am very thankful to have the past. The organization first be- met such dedicated people gan in October of 1993 shortly after across campus who shared Haskell was officially informed of the WPO’s mission of pro- the design plans for the South Law- tecting the wetlands,” said rence Trafficway (SLT). RaeLynn Butler, WPO The organization was initially cre- President 2004-2008. ated as the Wetlands Preservation Since the early days, Committee (WPC) by Haskell Stu- students have united on dent Senate to channel information many fronts to spread the regarding the SLT in defense of the message of environmen- Haskell student body. The commit- tal stewardship and of the tee’s plan was to get the issue expo- Native sanctity of the Wet- Mike Caron holds a log secure while working on the nature trail at the wetlands (photo courtesy of WPO Facebook page). sure in the community and within lands for our relatives above North American tribes and sought al- and below the waters. Former WPO According to Caron, the area that is the phenology trail that we are try- lies from both. President, Cleta LaBrie, became in- currently 31st street will be restored ing to create which is a hiking trail The WPC organized forums be- volved shortly after arriving on cam- with more wetlands in addition to through the woods on the south edge tween the major stakeholders of the pus. what is south of the Haskell cam- of campus. We are trying to make SLT, the Lawrence community, and “My niece was involved (with pus. The new 31st street will be con- some signage and some other infor- Page 3 mation for people to go out lies, their ancestors, people and learn about the wetlands and the who went to school here and plants and animals with some iden- for the school itself how im- tification signs to help people physi- portant it was. There’s count- cally interact with the environment,” less stories about the people said Wood. and what happened here and if we don’t keep this informa- Students Needed tion alive these stories are go- ing to die with the generation Digging beneath the ground sur- that’s here. When I leave, who face is not in the construction plans. is going to be the next WPO Instead new dirt will be hauled in to President? Is there even going build up the road base. Planking has to be an organization? Who is been laid for the heavy equipment going to be the stewards of to travel on to minimize the damage this history or this land here? “ to the wetland grounds which also In addition to needing help avoids a certain amount of digging hauling materials for the Signs of construction appear on the Baker side of the wetlands (photo courtesy Nikolai Nez). into the ground. WPO would still boardwalk, WPO is also seek- like to have students trained to be ing donations for their annual present and monitor the process. silent art auction fundraiser, “By students being engaged right Swampfest held on May 2nd. now, we want to be able to monitor The wetlands will also be fea- the construction so we know what tured with a WPO panel at the they’re finding out there and how Indigenization and Environ- they are treating the area. And that mental Responsibility Confer- isn’t going to happen if we don’t have ence April 22-23, 2014 on the folks come out and advocate for that Haskell campus. because the State isn’t simply going Students who are interested to do it on their own. The students in helping continue the pres- at Haskell have to be demanding that ervation with any of these observers be out there,” said Caron. activities are encouraged to Wood adds, “I think most students attend the weekly meetings in don’t realize how much this affects the Library each Thursday at them and how much history this land 5:30 pm. has to not only them but their fami- Photo by Ryan Coody

Photo by Ryan Coody Page 4 Ahsley Ignacio There Can Only Be One

Candidates from right to left: Christina Haswood, Dora Williams, Alista Thorne, Vivian Pomeroy, Shawna Woody, and Grace Denning. Photo by Ryan Coody

It is that time of year again! The ally high number of participants who come to if they need my help.” as a competition, instead it is more of weather is warm, the flowers are each represent different tribes that Fellow candidate, Shawna Woody a learning opportunity that will help blooming, and campaign posters are range from Alaska to the Southwest. of the Navajo Nation, also expresses me be more knowledgeable about being displayed on every bulletin There are six Miss Haskell hope- her unique standpoint on the social other tribal cultures and just become board around campus. fuls that each have different goals in issues on campus. more confident by being able to step The current reign of the 2013-2014 life but have similar ideas to improve “Motivation is missing! I want to outside of my comfort zone which Miss Haskell, Maria Caddo, has communication, cultural awareness, be a role model for the students who will overall make me a better person” come to an end and soon she will and student participation on campus: want to try but they are going through explains Woody. be passing down the iconic beaded Contestant Alista Thorne of the San difficult times. I want to encourage Dora Williams from Pawhuska, crown to the next successor who Carlos Apache tribe shares, “I stand them to keep going because I’ve Oklahoma is also running for the ti- will be announced on Friday April for those Natives that don’t look done all those bad things as a young tle and wants to represent Haskell as 18, 2014 following the Modern and like the stereotypical Indian because scholar, but I decided to change my best as she can. Traditional Talent presentation at the even as a full blood Apache, I have life and build my future by becom- Williams dances Southern Cloth Haskell Auditorium. experienced discrimination and I just ing a good student. So it is possible and has held two titles: American Le- Voting is currently in session for want this whole light skin, dark skin to bounce back!” gion Post 198 Princess (2009-2011) all students, staff, faculty, and alumni controversy to be a non-issue for Woody is working towards a Bach- and Osage Tribal Princess (2011- during Curtis Hall dining hours on Haskell.” elor’s degree in Environmental Sci- 2013). both Wednesday and Thursday. Ev- Thorne plans on doing this by build- ence which she hopes to obtain by She enjoys meeting new people and eryone must bring a Haskell I.D. to ing more unity within the classroom the spring of 2015. She strives for a shares, “It has been kind of weird not be able to vote! Casting your vote which she hopes will lead to more Master’s degree, but is considering being a princess and not being able to has been extended to Friday night student to student communication the option of joining the Peace Corps represent a particular committee, and following the conclusion of the pag- outside of the classroom. prior to graduate school. so I think being Miss Haskell will be eant. She adds, “Whether I walk away “I’m just happy that I’m doing another great opportunity.” The Haskell community will have with the title or not, I’m still here as this pageant because I didn’t want to Her future goals include, studying plenty of options for this year’s Miss a kind, generous, and strong willed graduate and look back and regret not tribal management and American Haskell pageant due to the unusu- person who anyone can talk to or trying. Plus, I’m not looking at this Indian law. Williams wants to be in- Page 5 volved in tribal politics because she crowned Miss Haskell is to find the LBGT community here and fight for and more student involvement. Basi- doesn’t agree with how her tribe is new Haskell Brave because she feels the people that can’t speak or won’t cally, I want to get Haskell on that being governed. that it is important for the male stu- speak.” KU level! Contestant Vivian Pomeroy of An- dents to have a role model too. The final candidate is Christina These future Indian Country lead- chorage, Alaska also aspires to make Grace Denning, who is also from Haswood who grew up in Lawrence, ers all have similar desires to im- a difference for her people by creat- Alaska and in the run for Miss Kansas but still practices her tradi- prove this university by utilizing ing an after school program for the Haskell expresses the same concern, tional Navajo ways of life. their unique cultural backgrounds younger children. “We need a Haskell Brave! We need She is highly active in the Law- and sharing their life experiences in Pomeroy is President of the Poca- a male role model on campus to rence community, especially during order to build a new foundation for hontas Dorm Council and is active show the male students that there is the summers and she has made plen- Haskell. in the Alaska Club. Ultimately, she more to Haskell life then sports and ty of connections within the Native They all want to break down certain wants to make better connections be- parties.” American Student Services for the stereotypes and be a voice for their tween tribal nations and Haskell. Denning is currently active in the public schools. But she admits that people which Miss Haskell will give She shares, “For me this is real American Indian Science and En- Lawrence does not always represent them an opportunity to do, but there personal and I want to gain more gineering Club, Native American Haskell school pride very often and can only be one winner. responsibility, as well as more struc- Church, Student Senate Freshman she wants all that to change. Each candidate has expressed their ture because I’ve never done a pag- Representative, and the Housing Haswood explains, “I really want joy of being a part of this exciting eant before and I just love doing new Committee. to branch out and get Haskell’s name learning opportunity and wishes each things and getting people involved!” She says, “As an openly bisexual more out into the community in the other the best of luck on Friday night! Pomeroy’s first priority if she is native, I want to be a voice for the hopes of getting more school spirit Ryan Coody Dropping of Support for Windows XP has Little Effect on Haskell

With so many innovations and de- companies, government agencies fied, last fall, that Windows would no sary upgrades. velopments each year, sometimes and schools,” according to an article longer be supporting XP we began to All in all, Arce feels the security technology-focused companies have on PCWorld.com. In addition, they convert computers. To date, we have threat will be minimal for now, at to abandon their old products. A few point out that “third-party software converted approximately 95% of the least to those on campus, that con- years ago Microsoft announced that vendors will stop supporting the XP computers on campus to Windows tinue to run XP. “In 3 months, the XP they would be leaving behind their versions of their applications, while 7, while simultaneously upgrading devices will likely have higher vul- Windows XP operating system in nerability ratings, but not right order to continue to focus on the now. I watched a report recently newer systems, and that time has that indicated a majority of bank come. ATM’s are still on the Windows According to Microsoft’s Sup- XP OS, which means the finan- port website, this change is nec- cial institutions are a lot more at essary “to invest our resources risk than ever before, and I think toward supporting more recent that should be a greater concern, technologies so that we can con- or source of fear for the people.” tinue to deliver great new experi- So if you own a Windows ences.” The software, which Mi- XP-based computer at home, crosoft says they have supported what can you do? According for 12 years now, will no longer to Microsoft’s Support site, it receive updates, which include might be time to purchase a new “security updates that can help machine. “Very few older com- protect your PC from harmful puters are able to run Windows viruses, spyware, and other ma- 8.1, which is the latest version licious software, which can of Windows. If your current PC your personal information.” can’t run Windows 8.1, it might One of many computers on Haskell’s campus – very few of which will be affected by Windows That’s the part that has many peo- XP’s vanishing support. Photo by Ryan Coody be time to consider shopping for a ple worried. While the system and new one.” the computers will continue to func- fewer and fewer hardware devic- all BIE computers to the newer OS.” The lesson here is that just because tion as they normally would, the lack es—PCs, printers, peripherals—will Arce did say that there might still be something once was, doesn’t mean of security updates and patches will work with it.” a few outdated systems on campus, it always will be. Perhaps that’s a eventually leave the computers, and Luckily, these problems have been which he speculated to be less than good lesson for life in general. And their users, at risk. “A security sink- all but eliminated at Haskell. Ac- 10. For those, he encourages staff to while we can continue to hang on to hole will likely open and gradually cording to Haskell’s CIO Joshua “contact me directly in order to get the past, there comes a time when we widen, threatening hundreds of mil- Arce, the campus is almost free of a Helpdesk ticket submitted, and a have to move forward. lions of PCs worldwide in homes, Windows XP. “When we were noti- worker assigned” to make the neces- Page 6

tsanavi spoonhunter a Light at the end of the tunnel Out growing their old accommo- Senate has to approve a Space Uti- continue in its current facility during the traditional way and lifestyle. The dations, Haskell Light House will be lization Form, which can take up to Phase I, which begins in May 2014. new building will give us that op- undergoing renovations for a bigger two weeks to approve. But since the Demolition of the vacant house next portunity.” P. Main continues, “We building. With this new building, Lighthouse is not on Haskell Feder- to the current Lighthouse will take want to build our people up, people they will be able to host larger groups al land, many clubs are able to plan place so that Level 1 can be built. who fear the church because of our of people because it will be four peoples’ past experience with times larger than the current fa- the churches.” cility. The Mains have reached out to “We plan for the new facility Haskell Indian Nations Univer- to become a community center,” sity students since 2007 from Will Main starts out explaining. the old, converted ranch-style They currently host events for house located just behind the birthdays, club fundraisers and Cultural Center on Pawnee Av- various groups that utilize the enue. While the ministry is Lu- Lighthouse. He continues, “We theran-based, it does not mean want to partner with Haskell to they exclude anyone. exchange opportunities for stu- “We will not turn students dents and reach more people.” away if they are affiliated with Currently, the Lighthouse as- another denomination—or none sists students with many neces- at all,” says Patricia, adding, sities. Not only do they pro- “We are here for everyone.” vide toiletries, school supplies Haskell Light’s mission and and bedding, some consider vision statement is “to encour- it a home away from home. age, empower and equip the Lori Hasselman, a sophomore next generation.” The Mains’ at Haskell shares, “The Mains Design of the new Lighthouse Building personal vision is “to encour- are just good people. Not only has age and speak into the young people, the Lighthouse been a place to go with ease. Level 1 includes the kitchen, com- encouraging their gifts, talents and in times of need for my friends and Maria Boyd, chairperson for Haskell mon area, bathrooms and the chapel/ calling.” me, but it’s also been a fun gathering Empowerment Summit Committee, assembly (with theater seating). Will and Patricia are advocates of place. I think the bonus for students says, “We are not the only club that Phase I is scheduled to be complet- Indian culture and values, saying, who are far from home is the loving uses this building. Our club and oth- ed by October 2014. It is anticipated “We want to be a blessing wherever family atmosphere there. Students ers use the Lighthouse for fundrais- that Phase II will begin in October we can serve our people, the First can always count on a listening ear ing.” 2014. Phase II construction consists Nations people.” They also make ef- and a good, hot cup of coffee. In all When the new building is complete, of two levels where the current facil- fort to spread awareness of Haskell’s my club meetings, the Lighthouse Boyd says, “I think it will get more ity now sits. It will attach to the East history. is always mentioned as a resource attention and increase the amount side of the new building that was P. Main explains, “Because we also when planning campus events. It will of traffic. I’m excited that students built during Phase I. The first floor minister to the Christian community, be exciting to see their new facility.” will have access and availability to it built during Phase II will hold a con- we try to bring awareness of First Na- Not only are they looking forward and a new place to go.” She adds, “I ference/classroom, two offices, the tion issues, including the history of for this building to affect Haskell but like the people at the Lighthouse the All Nations room and a storage area. what took place even here on campus also Lawrence and the Breezedale most. I’m thankful for Will and Patri- On the second floor there will be two when it was first established. Today Community. Main says, “Because we cia. They have backed us up for two bedrooms, a study room, activity more than ever, it seems, people are know that something big and good is years and I wish them luck.” room, bathrooms and a laundry area. not educated in true Native American coming, we trust Haskell will expand The new building will be construct- The Mains are very excited about the history. Since we have an opportu- beyond 23rd Street.” ed in two separate phases since the new building and have many ideas for nity to speak within the community While the current Lighthouse at 137 ministry will stay available to the it. They explain, “We anticipate of- and in churches, we are able to share Pawnee Avenue is a converted house community and students. Lutheran fering distance education courses for our stories.” with one bathroom, one office, kitch- Indian Ministries own the Light- a Master’s Program through Concor- W. Main is an enrolled member of en, entryway and one area for activi- house property at 137 Pawnee Av- dia University in Irvine, California. the Standing Buffalo Dakota Sioux ties and worship, it gets a lot of use enue as well as the property next to it We want to have life sessions—basic Nation, and P. Main is an enrolled for all its limitations. at 135 Pawnee Avenue. life skills to teach the students about member of the Flying Dust Cree Na- Because it’s located in the residen- Construction of the new facil- family, community and identity.” W. tion. Both are First Nations People tial area next to campus, many events ity will be completed in two phases. Main adds, “We want to show the located in Canada. The couple under- are held here. Normally, Student Lighthouse ministry activities will students how to stay connected with stands and has lived through some of Page 7

the dominant culture’s stereotypical took over the ministry in 1995, it was depiction and misunderstanding of all non-Native people volunteering Indian people. and working. I sought Native people With their ministry, P. Main ex- to train them and bring them into the plains how they are able to “in- ministry with their talent and skills.” corporate a lot of our Native belief He responds to the new building by systems.” She adds, “It’s especially saying, “I hope it will help to encour- important to show respect and hon- age our young Native people so they or Native culture—those things that can grow in their own abilities and speak to who we are as a people and find their purpose.” who God created us to be.” The completion of the entire W. Main adds to that a famous quote building is expected to be early- from Sitting Bull: “God made me an to-mid-2015. At that point Haskell Indian.” He says, “We celebrate that Light will be renamed to Haskell quote at the Lighthouse.” Light Campus Ministry Center and Executive director of Lutheran Indi- Leadership Institute. an Ministries, Rev. Dr. Don Johnson, The ground breaking ceremony will who is Makah Indian, is excited to be at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 3, at 137 see the development of more Native Pawnee Avenue, Lawrence, Kansas. American leaders. “I was chairman All university students and faculty of my tribe for five years and when I are invited. Haskell Volleyball team at the Lighthouse

Lori Hasselman IAIS Club to Host Conference The Haskell Indigenous and Dr. Joe Brewer, Dr. Eric Anderson American Indian Studies Club and keynote speaker, Dr. Mark will host the Indigenization and LaBeau who will be speaking on Environmental Responsibility Indigenous Responsibility & the Conference April 22-23, 2014 on Protection of Sacred Sites . Other the Haskell Campus. topics covered at the conference “The IAIS Club wants to raise will be Indigenization, traditional awareness to the many issues that ecological knowledge, traditional have and continue to threaten the stories, and the wetlands preser- integrity of sensitive environ- vation. ments and ecosystems near and The event is free and open to around our Haskell campus, “said the public. A conference sched- IAIS President, Barbara Wolfin. ule will be released in the coming The conference will feature week. speakers such as Dr. Dan Wildcat,

Continued from Page 1 Little Indians This is not the case however, as hasn’t received the memo. stand up for 500 years of heartbreak. and down to make sure I was okay American Indians are no different I’ve been burdened with racism that To this day I can still see the faces and then asked me, “Why did you get than any other culture. In this day wasn’t even directed at me. Fancy of those narrow minded onlookers. in a fight?” I did my best to straight- and age Natives pass on smoke sig- formal dinners turned into jabs at my “What’s the big deal Jean; we’re just en my stance, and brushed hundreds nals for the convenience of an iPhone people as the host carves the turkey. making fun of some redskins.” of years of hate off my Levi blue to keep in contact. We have long “Let me get a leg before you sacrifice I got sent home from school that jeans. “The little white kids that were since saddled our horses in the barn that bird to the red Ingin in the sky next Halloween. When my mother dressed as Indians said they were go- for the more economical choice of a Bob!” I still remember my mother asked me why I had been suspended ing to scalp me, so I ripped the turkey station wagon as a reliable means of pulling me from the table with her for three days, sobbing I told her, “I feathers out of their hair, and broke transportation. Yet most of America right hand as she used her left to got into a fight.” She looked me up their arrows.” Page 8 Award Winning Filmmaker Visits Lori Hasselman

Holzman discovered that the Native and having the patience and perse- American artists featured were also verance to edit. It really depends descendants of boarding school era what your story is and just go students. shoot it. It’s really that simple.” “That’s how I connected to the During his 30-year career, Holz- Heard. Then when I found out the man has been successful in feature title of their exhibit was Beautiful and documentary film production Resistance I said, ‘That’s a great title as a director and editor. His work for the movie,’” said Holzman. on Steven Spielberg’s Survivors A meeting with the artists was the of the Holocaust won him two first thing they filmed for the docu- Emmy awards and a Peabody. mentary. Once Holzman heard their The documentary Beautiful stories he followed the stories by vis- Resistance will be shown at the iting each individual artist. Stories’N Motion American In- “It was a great learning process. dian Film Festival on the Haskell There wasn’t a single idea that I im- campus later this month. posed on the film. It was everything that they led me to,” said Holzman. Holzman says it has been difficult to get the films shown and that he has been rejected by every film festival with the exception of the Riverside Film Festival where part of the Hopi film, Beyond the Mesa was made. Despite the heart breaking rejec- tion, Holzman still believes the films have life in them. “The important Filmmaker, Allan Holzman discusses editing with Haskell media students. thing for me is to preserve it. I’m just so moved by the poetry and the feel- Emmy award-winning film- Cultural Preservation office. ings the people in this movie share maker, Allan Holzman, spoke to Beautiful Resistance interweaves and their understanding of life.” Haskell media students at Na- the boarding school story with con- The contemporary Native artists varre Hall about his boarding temporary Native American artists face a similar struggle as Holz- school documentary, Beautiful and their efforts to keep the culture man points out, “The amazing thing Resistance after students viewed alive by communicating their stories about contemporary Native art that the film. It is the second part of through art. The film uses a seminar is worth following and understand- the series, “The Indian Boarding forum that generates multiple sto- ing is the struggle they face because Schools: Keeping the Culture rytellers from a group of people, a the casinos buy art for their halls but Alive.” Part one, Beyond the method Holzman discovered while they don’t buy contemporary art be- Mesa was also discussed. doing documentaries for The Re- cause they don’t want to be politi- According to AllanHolzman. cording Academy. cal and contemporary Native art by com, Beyond the Mesa is about “The Recording Academy was us- definition is political, so it’s tough. the forced removal of the Hopi ing art as a way to communicate ed- When do you see art books with Na- people to off-reservation board- ucation through the Leonard Bern- tive art and why isn’t it part of main ing schools and their experiences. stein Center. The woman that was stream American culture? It’s a battle The film also covers the Hopi brought in as the main educator for ground.” perspective on education and that was friends with Joe Baker, cu- When asked what tips Holzman had early government efforts of as- rator of the Heard Museum,” said for young Native filmmakers he re- similation, the Orabi Split, Hopi Holzman. plied, “Make a movie. Now there’s Photo credit: language loss, and the future of Holzman expressed his passion no excuse. Everyone has a laptop www.allanholzman.com Hopi people. The documentary for doing something on the board- and everyone has some form of digi- was made with the full coopera- ing schools and she told him about tal camera or can have access to one. tion and involvement of the Hopi an exhibit at the Heard. It was there The problem is learning how to edit Page 9 Hallie Long Heels For A Cause Fashion Show On Friday, April 11th many people event running smoothly. the crowd join in and help him with model and they did not want to leave showed up to the fashion show that There were a wide variety of cloth- the songs. He gave out his CD’s dur- the stage. They were posing and just started at 8 pm. People were asked ing lines here ranging from ones only ing his performance as well. Which smiling while they modeled their to bring gently used clothes to be do- online to ones here in Lawrence, made many fans very happy. He even outfits or shoes. The Fashion Show nated to The Willow Domestic Vio- Kansas. Many people were loving all gave fans a surprise by letting them did not end until around 10:30 pm lence Center or food to be donated to of the models and clothing lines that be in his next music video. Anyone but the audience and the models were Food Harvesters. Many people were were being displayed. You could tell who was willing to go to the front not complaining. Gypsi Gover said, there to support friends, family mem- when the crowd knew someone be- of the Auditorium next to the stage “All of the fashion designers were bers, community members, or some cause they would cheer louder. There would be in it. Many people filled up really personable and their clothing of the designers in the show. The Au- was a variety of door prizes that were the front of the Auditorium. After his and accessories were amazing. Brit- ditorium was full, it was really hard announced all throughout the event. performance, it was back to the fash- tany Hall did an amazing job with to find a seat if you did not arrive There were also many photographers ion show. the show!” It was the place to be af- early. The announcers for the show here taking pictures. So, be sure to be The Fashion Show had models ter the Empowerment Summit. Grant were Brittany Hall and Quese IMC. on the lookout for pictures of all the of all shapes, sizes, and ages. I try Proctor said, “The Fashion Show The Fraternity on campus helped out models and their outfits. would name the models but there was very exotic and all the models by being security at the event and Also, there was a was an intermis- were too many to name and I do looked phenomenal.” they were giving out the tickets for sion special performance by Quese not want to leave anyone out. There the door prizes. This helped keep the IMC. During his performance, he let were two little girls who came out to

Photos by Sarah Hicks Page 10 Allen Stephenson Haskell National Board of Regents Who They Are, What They Do, and Why You Should Care

In the United States and in the in- Committee, there’s a Governance of organization or association exists gents give you an official title, that digenized educative world of Haskell Committee and so the first day is then that candidate would have to be would allow them a salary or com- Indian Nations University, a Board meeting in those sessions and dealing nominated by that regional body to pensation? of Regents governs the public insti- with issues related to those commit- represent the tribes in that area. tutions of higher education, which tees. Often time there are individuals Dr. Chenault: They don’t get a salary. include state universities and com- that attend those sessions and then Q6: When was the Board regents They do get a stipend to cover their munity colleges. Why should you bring back resolutions to the Board founded? meals and their travel to and from the care? Well, did you know the Board on issues that have been generated university is paid. of Regents used the power in their out of committee. If they’re not meet- Dr. Chenault: 1974 — control to change the name from ing with their committees, typically ‘Haskell Indian Junior College’ to they come in on Tuesday night and Q7: What has the Board of Regents The Board of Regents at Haskell is ‘Haskell Indian Nations University’, conduct business on graduation week voted on recently in the last few responsible for a great many things, or that they voted to raise the price of that Wednesday and Thursday and years that have had a considerable and one of them is you, the student. fees for next Fall semester? then celebrate graduation on Friday. impact on Haskell? Did they vote to A good reminder to anyone who has This particular article isn’t slanted If the committees and sub-commit- raise fees? any further questions or curiosities either way in the case of the Haskell tees they chair aren’t meeting then about the work of the Board of Re- Board of Regents, but it would be they are addressing a whole range of Dr. Chenault: Yes, but they typi- gents is that “a silent mouth doesn’t pertinent to take a look at the people issues related to the university. cally always handle and vote with get fed.” Should we be aware of de- in power and have acceptable knowl- anything having to do with fees, so cision makers that have the power edge over some of the decisions be- They also hear reports from various those decisions do get voted on by to affect our college experience so ing made for your benefit. For start- offices that are reflected in the copies the Regents. They consistently voted profoundly, yet seem to so far away? ers, let’s take a look at who they are. of the Board of Regents reports that against the South Lawrence Traf- There’s no question that the Haskell There are more than several members can be found in the library. Resolu- fic way and have always been his- Board of Regents is doing work and on the Board of Regents and you’ll tions that need to be passed are done torically opposed to that. They have making changes for the school, but find their names and contact info at during the course of those meetings, also voted for changes in admission are you? This is just a little food the end of this article, so if you really things like funding for the university, standards. Resolutions and requests for thought and as always, onward want you can skip there now. anything that would have a signifi- for additional funding for Haskell is Haskell. Now as to why you should care, cant impact on the university. something they always vote on and well it should come to mind that pass, as well as rally support from List of Contact Information for Board when someone is making choices for Q2: How does one become a mem- the tribes in the region that they are of Regents members: you it would imply that you are inca- ber of the Board of Regents? representing to engage in action to pable of making them on your own. support for Haskell’s budget. Judy Dehose While this isn’t what the Board of Dr. Chenault: They are elected by PO Box 80186 Regents is doing exactly, it is a very the tribes or the tribal organization Q8: Speaking of budgets, is the Cibecue, AZ 85911 curious thing about a group of people in the region that they represent. For Board of Regents doing anything (928) 332-2351 that meet only twice a year, to dis- example, tribes in Eastern Oklahoma about the sequestering of budgets (928) 521-7254 cuss and plan the future of Haskell. decide who they want as their rep- here at Haskell? Once in the fall, the second week of resentative on the Haskell Board of Lana Redeye October before Homecoming and the Regents. Dr. Chenault: Many of them are in PO Box 181-J3 2nd week before graduation. tribal leadership positions or have Salamanca, NY 14779R In order to get the whole picture in Q3: Do they have term limits? serve on tribal boards that have input [email protected] regards to the Haskell Board of Re- into those decisions. They are also (716)801-1053 gents and know the purpose of what Dr. Chenault: No. meeting with their congressional rep- (920)619-3177 they do and some of the details about resentatives and also meeting with the Regents and their work, Dr. Veni- Q4: Since there are no term limits do people from D.C. so in those kinds of Ron Twohatchet da S. Chenault steps up to fill in the they decide when they want to step meetings they advocate for Haskell 320 N. W 63rd St. blanks and answer some questions: down or resign? on many issues and one of them is Lawton, OK 73505 sequestration. I feel that if you’ve got [email protected] Dr. Chenault: Yes, typically. a dozen tribal leaders talking about (580)215-4888 Q1: What do they decide on? What the importance the Haskell that’s (580)512-4079 kind of policies do they put in place? Q5: When one of the regents leaves, only going to help the university, be- What do they do when they visit? how do they vote another in? cause many of them have that kind Russell Bradley of access to decision and policy mak- 1149 Goldfinch Rd. Dr. Chenault: They have a pretty Dr. Chenault: Some of them have al- ers whether it’s at the state or federal Horton, KS 66439 standard agenda; they typically have ternates, and some states have a trib- level. [email protected] committee meetings on topics. They al association representing all tribes (785)486-6654 discuss issues on the Student Affairs in that state or region. If that kind Q9: Does Being on the Board of Re- (406)406-1164 Page 11 Rose Jerue Bristow, OK 74010 Tohatchi, NM 87325 Alaska [email protected] Carrie O’Toole [email protected] No Contact Information (918)732-7604 16281 Q Road (505)608-9642 (918)527-9459 Mayetta, KS 66509 Julie Kitka, President (785)966-4048 Harold Frazier Alaska Federation of Natives Alberta Friday (785)845-0111 PO Box 91 1577 C St., Suite 300 PO Box 337 White Horse, SD 57661 Anchorage, AK 99501 Fort Hall, ID 83203 Clarena Brockie (605) 733-2267 [email protected] (208)637-1509 PO Box 291 (907)274-3611 Harlem, MT 59526 Gil Vigil Branden Stevens [email protected] RT 42, Box 36 George Tiger PO Box 365 (406)353-2607 Sante Fe, NM 87506 416 East 9th Street Oneida, WI 54155-0365 [email protected] frazierbuckinghorses@rocketmail. [email protected] Elvira Largie (505)231-5469 com (920)869-4378 HCR 330 Suite 4149 Charlie Perry under 21 and still having fun It’s the end of a long school week locations and lack of social activi- 1990). Native youth have to deal attitudes, achievements and prob- at Haskell University and students ties. “When comparing American with a lot of stress as well, “Many lems that teenagers are encountering want to kick back, relax, and have Indian youth to other ethnic groups, Indian youth also face the hazards of to Tribal Council and other tribal el- a few drinks at the “Pool Room” or American Indian youth living on res- posttraumatic stress. This is a state in ders. The second purpose is to cre- “Shotz,” most have no trouble get- ervations are at a greater risk for in- which isolation, fear, guilt, shame, ate and reinforce an invested inter- ting in the door because entry is 18 volvement with alcohol and drugs at depression, anger, irritability, and est among the younger members of and over. “I’m not 21 so I have my an early age and are more likely to other symptoms follow a trauma. Na- the reservation concerning current boy’s buy me drinks; it’s not hard to drop out of school as a result (NIDA tive peoples’ histories of oppression and future tribal issues. In addition get away with it,” said one Haskell 2003). With limited opportunities and present circumstances mean that to serving on the council, members University 19 year old. many young natives turned to drink- the risk of trauma is comparatively would pledge to be alcohol and drug- Underage drinking is happening at ing. “We would go to bonfires and high (Indian Health Service, 1990). free and work with the school and Haskell but the majority of students drink on my rez, there really wasn’t So what can we do here at Haskell tribal Substance Abuse Prevention were drinking long before they ar- much else going on,” said another 20 to help curb or eliminate the use of Specialists to coordinate substance rived on campus. “In 1998, the es- year old Haskell student. underage drinking all together? A abuse prevention programs and cul- timated prevalence of American It seems the question at hand is why 2007 study by Boise State University tural activities. Another idea would Indian youth using alcohol was 65 is alcohol so widely used by Native on a Nevada reservation suggests a be to have tribal elders actively en- percent for eighth graders, 84 percent American youth? According to a few different ideas that with some gaged with the Youth Council to help for tenth graders and 83 percent for 1990 study,(Title) “Native youth can restructure could prove effective at instruct tribal youth in tribal lore, twelfth graders (National Institute of easily be caught in a no-man’s land Haskell, “One idea that the reserva- crafts, and language. Tribal elders Drug Abuse 2003). Furthermore Na- of confusion and fuzzy self-image. tion would like to try if appropriate seem to support this idea as it would tive American youth are the most at Besides coping with the normal chal- funding can be secured is to create a get them more involved with tribal risk for substance abuse compared to lenges of adolescence, Native youth Youth Council to help direct and cre- youth and allow them to pass on their other ethnic groups, “American Indi- must also deal with their identity ate tribal-centric summer and after heritage. an youth are two or more times more as Indians. In this effort they face a school programs. Furthermore, the If the Haskell Student Senate or an- likely to use alcohol than Hispanic, microcosm of all the problems with proposed Youth Council is designed other club based organization could non-Hispanic Whites and Blacks which their culture struggles. Of to serve as a liaison between Tribal offer more activities that are offer an (NIDA 2003). course, cultural conflict–as a long- Council and the Youth population alternative to the lore of underage Many students lived on reserva- term social and economic process–is on the reservation. The Youth Coun- drinking that might help decrease the tions before moving to Lawrence to also related to risks associated with cil has several purposes. The first is amount of students abusing alcohol. attend Haskell which are a high risk low socioeconomic status (Hafner, to provide a voice for the youth and for alcohol abuse due to their remote Ingels, Schneider, & Stevenson, give valuable insight concerning the

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On April 25th at 7:30pm, the Winona Hall Dorm Council will be showing a free screening of Star Trek: Into Darkness. Everyone is welcome! Page 12 Allen Stephenson Keeping the Minutes It’s no secret that Haskell Indian on a personal level there’s a sense of ment Powwow. Nation University has had its fair accomplishment. They want you to “For safety rea- share of ups and downs. With the do so many hours a week and things sons we have recent onslaught of sequestered bud- can get busy in a student’s life. Stu- decided to do a gets and declining number of faculty dents have school work, Homework, fence this year. It and staff, the university has been some students have jobs and fami- has been decided struggling. The Student Senate unfor- lies, I think that some students sim- that there will be tunately is no exception either. The ply become overwhelmed with re- an admission fee senate has just gone through the pro- sponsibility.” With taking the mantle this year, but the cess of taking applications for future of Student Senate secretary, Jon has Student Activity senate hopefuls and while Haskell’s his work cut out for him, but when it Department will Student Senate has shown resilience comes to the particulars of what he cover the Admis- over the past few years with dedicat- does and how many man hours he sion of students ed students striving to build a better puts into the position this is what he that want to attend future for Haskell, the public Student had to say. this year, general Senate meetings are still haunted by “On an average week I work at public from Law- the occasional empty chair. least 10 hours if not more in the Stu- rence will have a Into this promising, bewilder- dent Senate office. I keep minutes 5 dollar admission ing, hectic, world enters Jon Wayne and attend several meetings a week fee and graduating Cook-Furst, a father of two and Ju- including committee meetings, lead- students will have nior in the Business Administration ership meetings, general assembly three free passes program and the newest incarnation meetings, executive board meetings, to give to their of Student Senate secretary. Despite so that 10 hours I mentioned doesn’t family members.” all of the challenges with the new include all the meetings I attend. I The challenges secretary position and the hard work also keep and collect the committee of the secretary it requires, when asked about why he reports, club reports and as an Exec- position and what chose to make a commitment to the utive Board member I’m required to needs to be done Student Senate and his plans about be the chair of a committee.” to fix current dis- the secretary position this is what he Daunting as the job would seem, crepancies Jon had to say. Jon tells us more about the work discusses next. “Really I saw that there was a need of the committee he is part of a tri- “The challenges Jon Cook-Furrst for a secretary, the position was va- chair on. The Powwow Committee, now are organi- cant and I was asked to do it by our their plans for the Commencement zational issues man Representative and Student Student Senate sponsor Melanie Powwow and also of the pitfalls and and the biggest issue is communica- Chair of the housing Committee Cesspooch. I’ve always had an inter- progress they have made in their ef- tion. We are working really hard to Grace Denning offers some insight est in the Student Senate and have a fort to provide a better Powwow ex- improve communication standards. into her time working with Jon Cook- background with other types of ad- perience for the students and families We are receiving a lot of input by the Furst on the executive senate board. ministrative work, filing, secretarial of students planning to attend this Student Senators from the various “While reviewing minutes and dis- work, record keeping, so I thought year’s Commencement Powwow on clubs and analyzing their suggestions cussing issues brought to the senate, I’d be perfect for the position.” May 9th. so we can formulate a plan to imple- I’ve seen he’s diligent and organized. When asked about the recent va- “In regards to the Commencement ment better communication.” He has helped other executive mem- cancies in the senate and the chang- Powwow, it’s a big job and it’s kind With the recent resignation of Cody bers stay on task and/or make prog- ing atmosphere, Jon elaborates. “As of overwhelming and frustrating. In Gibson from the Vice President po- ress. Although rather soft spoken, he far as the vacancies and high turn- the beginning there was a lot of stu- sition and pending Student Senate has a way of getting to the point of over, I don’t know too much about dent interest, but as time progressed elections, Jon tells his hopes for in- conversation. Jon has always been it. I’m aware that there’s been people our meetings have gone down to crease in student interest concerning friendly and sincere. He seems dedi- who were there and have quit, but about 2-4 people. One student BJ the senate and helping establish a cated and interested in his work and as far as to why, I don’t know, but I Moses was in charge of a lot of stuff more resolute Student Senate. is taking great measures in working have my suspicions.” and has decided not to return over the “I hope to be a contributing fac- on the Powwow Committee.” When asked about his suspicions spring break, since then we have had tor to improvements and leadership. The Student Senate may be in the Jon tells us that: “The biggest thing I to figure out what he was working on I want to help the senate get better middle of big change and have its think is that it’s a great responsibility. and pick up the slack. We are work- organization and increase communi- complicated past behind it, but there There is a lot of work to do and as a ing hard to put everything together cation standards. Personally I want to is nowhere else to go but towards a student this is no incentive to do it, and I never realized how much work do whatever I can to make improve- brighter and more secure future and you’re not getting paid to do it, and a committee does.” ments across the board.” always Onwards Haskell. there’s really not a whole great deal Jon goes on to confirm certain de- In order to have some clarity and of a reward to do it. Except maybe tails about this year’s Commence- perspective on Jon’s efforts, Fresh- Page 13 Taylor Hicks @Haskell Indian I Don’t Know, You Masks, Masks, Amara Nations University escape into the music Just So Pretty Everywhere a let it lull away your pain (1884-present) what is beauty ease your mind of troubles if not for only skin deep? Mask stay in from the rain –P.Pena, 4/6/14 everyone wore masks. are they… lie by lies of butterflies the images you should see how new they act. with a change of face I see the depths of your pain In my dorm the lives quite a change of pace shaky smiles and wondering I hear doors the emotions they did make. eyes Open we chase in our sleep? the masks began to move cheeks streaked by tears Close whether for shame with lively eyes did drive stained Sounds of progress or love-filled secrets we anonymity in its purest form Footsteps so they kept their masks on keep? Up and down is it so beyond our reach and danced. the passion, the anger, Long corridors like the ocean is deep? quite a sight it was to see. Stair wells is it true dear God, Students for what I sow Unwritten Passage Purposefully shall I surely reap? Strange fights with our dead wooden masks Moving Sarah Hicks Through my eye creeps an early hell and from those nightmares Sinking addiction to hours that makes us dosed Forward come true Explore the tormented dreams of what I tell Paths of purpose shall I surely weep? New Shot From Deep into the towers of mud we will sleep Lighting for nigh is the end, the Sun Take my hand and smoke the taste of pain Academic Halls I declare my sheep. Aware that you crave the ruby riches of pain I open my door from what heavenly vessel Lost availability with soulful intentions I can show you the city where there is no rain End of time thinking from a single fear Join the footsteps dost thou body do seep? Good time chemicals for sleeping smiles Through long white halls for overfilling my cup Promises painting our slow colored tear Moving forward Searching for an escape to the other side Polite Savior thou dost treat. I march with silk upon caramel precious roses with burning Passion The churchyard where I married the queen this Is the home of lonely city lights Onward Haskell! Monarchy living coming down from the sky dost thou speak. worrisome soul Eating At her past eyes alive with bright chan- Fake destruction is her new favorite regret Denying a voice that prays for our love to die My insanity loudly screams Rights deliers, Protecting the thrones of broken companions far from near doubtful time meaning Take it slow to anything I’ve ever seen. Riverside deeds filled in a city of death seven weeks in need of A secret day Lingering beliefs to find partners from away wanting to Break the deed Of lovers but with a fearful distance I Alone together walking streets with half do remain. desires she tells me that Mary wants to play Checking minds for late night tricks that stay vibes, emotions, thoughts, Small stream kisses with a hint of giving up decisions, actions, events, results in vibes, emotions, On my own to feel the rhythmic disease Asking to cover me and rest in peace thoughts, decisions, actions, events, results in vibes, emo- tions, thoughts, decisions, actions, events, results in … Page 14 Charlie Perry Shoni Schimmel Drafted to Ryan Coody Student-Athletes Make Good Use of the Weather Shoni Schimmel is her playing for us; she fits right into games on TV so they can have more one such lady that our style.” The Tulsa Shock has also of a chance to see me.” will be watched shown interest with their large Native Another team that many think closely as the American fan base. Head Coach Fred would be a good fit for Schimmel is clock ticks down Williams commented, “A player like the Connecticut Sun which are Na- to draft night. The that would certainly help the fan base tive American owned by the Mohe- Portland area na- here in Tulsa; I think her fan base gan Tribe. “It being Native American tive will be one would help any team in this league. based is a great opportunity to play in of twelve WNBA She’s a terrific play to watch from the front of Native Americans and fans prospects invited standpoint of energy and shooting, overall, I’ve thought about it but re- to attend the cer- she’s also an all-around player that gardless of where I end up I’m just emony. can play multiple positions.” excited to have this opportunity to Coaches from Shoni Schimmel commented on play in the WNBA.” around the league Tulsa’s Native American fan base When asked about her transition are taking notice saying, “I got a chance to travel to to the bright lights of the WNBA of Schimmel who Oklahoma to play and so many Na- Schimmel said, “I have so much to leads the 2014 tives came out to support us, we had grown on, college is one thing but class of shooting a three hour autograph session after this is the WNBA. I’m looking for- guards in scoring. the game and it was real cool to see ward to making that next step in my Linn Dunn, head all the Native Americans who came career and elevating my game. Just coach of the In- out to support us. Tulsa definitely has having that chance to play in the diana Fever com- a huge Native American fan base.” WNBA with all the great players, mented, “I think She was then asked how it would feel I’m looking forward to learning and Shoni Schimmel is to play in Seattle which is only a few running with it.” a very entertaining hours away from her home. Schimmel is projected to go be- player. She played “It’s close to home, I know there’s tween 10 and 12 in the first round in a great system a lot of Native Americans on the but could possibly go as high as 7 if at Louisville under West Coast, its defiantly a thought the Seattle Storm decides to take on Jeff Walz. I would but regardless of where I go I know a local fan favorite. The WNBA draft The 2014 WNBA draft is tonight be surprised if she’s not drafted in my fans will be there to support me can be seen at 8:00 PM eastern time in Uncasville, Conn. and teams are the first round.” Former NBA player in general. My grandparents would tonight on ESPN2. making their final preparations to sign and coach of the love to go up there and have a four some players that can come in and Bill Laimbeer said, “I think the Lib- hour drive to watch me play, at the make an impact. Louisville superstar erty fans would get a big kick out of same time I hope there are more

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