February 23, 2015 Haskell Indian Nations University Volume 118 - Issue 2

In This Issue Page BBall Senior Night 1 Stand Brothers Honored 2 Twww.theindianleader.comhe IndSincei 1897an“...the oldestL Nativeeader American student newspaper” Welcome Back Pow wow 3 Poetry 3 NAC Desecration 4 Speed Dating Event 4 Haskell/Mirabal Event 5 Hitchhiker 6 New Student Senate Reps 6 Domestic Abuse Q & A 7 Student Dorms Breaks 7 Addiction Resources 8 Mining on Navajo Rez 9 Haskell Sustainability 9 Hockey Game Racism 10 Valentine Mishaps 10 Curtis Hall 10 Poetry Native Suicide 11 Film Review “Selma” 11 The Blind Spot 12 Pueblo Club Throw 12 KU Libraries 13 Dorm Room Internet 13 Haskell Health Fair 14 BBall vs York 15 BBall CentralChristian 16 OSU Guard Lakota Beatty 17 Bronson Koenig/Jaime Roe 18 Senior Night Con’t 19 Five Seniors Honored at Haskell Senior Night Celebration Mirabal/Ethel/Haskell 20 by Charlie Perry The Haskell Women’s basketball team unified with their 3 senior ladies. Photo by Charlie Perry. Five Senior basketball players night was one of the most memo- tear up made me miss them already. Senior small forward Randy July were honored recently at Coffin rable days, I will never forget it. To leave a team is like leaving your offered his account of the event, Complex as part of Haskell’s Se- Being around all the most important family. It was good to hear words “Man it felt really good. All that I nior Night Celebration featuring a people in my life; my family, my have been through; breaking my leg, from my coach. As a senior you double header against York College. coaches, my life, and the Haskell losing family members; to know that 3 young ladies including; Jenine community was amazing. To get start to appreciate your coach’s I made it, really makes me happy.” Coriz, Tahnee Stands, and Tiffany hugs from my team and see them words more and listen.” Sullivan were honored alongside 2 Haskell’s all- gentlemen; Randy July and Stand time leading Lovato. Coaches Shane Flanagan scorer Stand and Chad Kills-crow took a mo- Lovato could ment to offer encouraging words to also feel their teams before an honor song the positive was played for the seniors. The energy in ladies were than given flowers and the air, “The baskets filled with useful items and emotion food well the men were wrapped in from senior traditional blankets. night was really spe- Haskell starting point guard Jenine cial. It was a Coriz could feel the emotion of the bitter sweet event, “During the presentation, feeling. It’s everything suddenly became real. It still hard was a very bitter sweet moment for me, I enjoy playing for the Haskell to believe Community, and it is definitely it was my something I am going to miss. That last home presentation made me realize all game here at the support and love, we seniors Haskell but have. Mixed emotions were running I’ve enjoyed through me, I was over joyed, pride- every second ful and absolutely loved.” of it.

(Continued Guard Tiffany Sullivan expressed The Haskell men’s basketball team stands behind two senior players who were recognized. Photo by Charlie Perry. her love for her teammates, “Senior on Page 19) Page 2 Haskell Indian Nations University February 23, 2015

Indian Leader Staff

Editor-in-Chief Charlie Perry [email protected]

Assistant Editor Lori Hasselman Ian and Phil [email protected] Stand admire the banner Secretary raised in their Raquel Butler honor. Senior track team [email protected] members were also honored. Student Senate Rep Krystal Neal [email protected] Haskell’s Own Stand Brothers Honored with Banner Unveiling by Charlie Perry Advisors Senior members of the track team alongside brothers Phil and Ian Stand took center stage during halftime Rhonda LeValdo of men’s basketball game. [email protected] Senior members of the Haskell track to grow and find myself as a person. feeling right now, it’s so amazing. team were recently honored at Cof- Haskell’s a huge family and it is so I never expected this to happen. To Brent Cahweeb fin Complex during halftime of the amazing to be honored by my family see all the love and respect from my [email protected] Men’s basketball game against York and the community that I feel such peers and from my school feels so College. Talisa Bud- Contact Info der, Ashlee Wermy, (785) 749-8477 Leslie Waseta and Ian Stand took center The Indian Leader court to be showcased. 155 Indian Ave. Box #4999 Homecoming King Lawrence, KS 66046 and Phi Sigma Nu Vice President Ian Letters to the Editor Stand was also hon- As a student or member of the Haskell ored alongside brother community it is our job to ensure you and Haskell Alum are represented to the best of our ability. Phil Stand with an Please send in any concerns, issues or other unveiling of a banner info that you would like to see within The dedicated to their All Indian Leader. American academic achievements in 2013 All letters received are subject to edit, re- fusal or publication. By submitting a letter and 2014. Coach Al you are giving us permission to publish and Gipp was on hand for edit. You also acknowledge that you are the the celebration of- author and accept all responsibilities. Your fering hugs and kind full name, Haskell email and cell number, words to his team. if you have one, MUST accompany all sub- missions and are subject to verification. From left: Ian Stand, Talisa Budder, Tamara Wermy, Ashlee Wermy and Leslie Waseta took center court to Phil Stand returned to be honored.. Haskell for the evening --Thank You-- from Kansas University where he a strong connection with. Just the good. I can feel the love for all my has transitioned to NCAA Divi- feeling that the people I care about fellow students, athletes, teachers sion 1 Track play. Seeing a banner are proud of me is unexplainable.” and staff. We’re like one big family. in his honor was a proud moment To be recognized by each and every for Stand, “It was absolutely amaz- Ian Stand felt a great deal of emo- one of them is like being recognized ing to be honored. I feel great to be tion following the unveiling, “ I by my mom and my dad if he were Native American Journalists Association back to the place where I was able can’t describe the emotion I’m here.” February 23, 2015 Haskell Indian Nations University Page 3 Spring 2015 Welcome Back Pow Wow Draws Large Crowd by Charlie Perry The Spring 2015 Haskell dances took place for students gradu- Welcome Back Pow Wow ating, elders, and children. brought in a large number of Natives and non-Na- A blanket dance was held for former tives alike who were anx- Haskell student Wyatt Waters who ious to sample delicious recently passed away in an auto- foods, do a little shopping, mobile accident. Freshman Derek and enjoy a night of dance Ziegler, a good friend of Waters, and drum. gave his thoughts on the dance, “Wyatt was such a great guy; it was Haskell Alum and Army so tragic that we lost him. To have National Guardsman Ron- the Haskell community honor him ald Rousseau made it just and help his family was so great. It in time for Grand Entry at was a very emotional moment for 6:00 P.M. “I don’t think me. I felt his presence there and send I’ve seen a Pow Wow my love and prayers to his family.” this big in my time here Haskell helped raise $160.00 for the at Haskell, it feels good. I Waters family. got off work at 5:30 P.M. and headed down here There were a number of vendors at for grand entry. I didn’t the Pow Wow selling a variety of want to come down in my things such as; clothing, blankets, uniform because I didn’t want to be jewelry, toys and food. The Phi Sig- looked at as showing off, but my ma nu fraternity of Haskell provided sister didn’t have my laundry done, inexpensive snacks and beverages. I just wanted to stay humble. When Phi Sigma nu President Winston I walked into the gym I saw all Robinson enjoyed the opportunity to of my friends, I got a little emo- vend the Welcome Back Pow Wow. tional. I felt so many good feelings. “I think it’s really awesome we got Manny (King) gave me a shout out the chance to vend here. It gives the and I got red because I was a little fraternity a real chance to get our embarrassed. It felt really good.” name out there in the Haskell com- munity. There’s a lot more people Rousseau and other veterans where here, I’ve seen an increase in tradi- honored to begin the event. Grand tional people attending as well. The entry than took place, followed Welcome Back Pow Wow is always by a round dance, a Haskell tradi- a big event due to a lot of families tion. Manny King played Master coming down and showing their of Ceremonies for the event as support from all across the United completion dance begun. Some of States. Even non Natives from the Above: Fancy dancers display their skill at the Welcome Back Pow wow. Below: Haskell the dances included; Grass, Fancy, Lawrence community have come out Color Guard leads the grand entry. Photos by Charlie Perry. ingle, and Shawl. Other honor to show their support for Haskell. Stepping Stones by Skyler Taylor

P From the beginning of our lives, We will never be alone O Stepping-stones have been laid at our feet. For God is with us everyday. A single path that eventually divides, Look to the future of possibilities, E Creating goals for us to complete. And focus on what is in store. T We all want to travel in the right direction, Don’t discard your many abilities, Though we may fail and falter at times. Strive to become something more. R But these struggles and imperfections Let your stepping-stones guide you into the next chapter, Are what make our character shine. Where opportunities are never ending. Y Although we may stumble over the stones, May your life be filled with happiness and laughter, And trip and lose our way. With the blessings of new beginnings. Page 4 Haskell Indian Nations University February 23, 2015 Native American Church Club Responds to Desecration by Lori Hasselman

The Native American Church can only succeed if the (NAC) grounds on Haskell cam- students succeed. The pus, just south of Parker Hall were majority of the people desecrated in October 2014, just that come in and pray a few months prior to the recent with us are after the vandalism and desecration re- same things. They want ported at the sweat lodge grounds their children/ students, on Tuesday, January 27th. Several wherever they may be symbols and words were carved and however old they into the ground where NAC raises their teepee for prayer. are, to succeed and come back and help “We set up our tipi to pray for the their people. They want students, maybe someone saw it them to carry on their and didn’t understand. Maybe they traditions and make a thought we had other intentions. good name for them- Maybe they never asked anybody selves and their elders. what we were doing,” said Eileen We don’t encourage John, Vice President of the Haskell one denomination over Native American Church club. the other, we don’t Several words and symbols were carved into the Native American Church grounds on Haskell campus in encourage one fireplace After the ground carvings were Oct. 2014. over another. We’re just discovered, church member, Rob- “We try and inform students during here to show the stu- bie Wood unsuccessfully attempted “It was such a shock...All we could Highlight Nights, but that doesn’t dents we care, doing what we love; to remove them using a broom do was pray about it,” said John. guarantee that we reach everyone. singing and praying in our own and then a shovel. The desecra- “After years of having meetings We’ve also encouraged our club traditional languages, “ said John. tion remained on the grounds on those grounds, nobody could members to bring friends and room- until a former club president tilled remember a time when we felt so mates to our meeting too, but there’s the ground for his son’s birthday threatened.” a good deal of students that we Anyone who may have informa- prayer meeting because he didn’t never get to talk to. But nonetheless, tion about this or the sweat lodge want other church participants who According to John, club members we’re here for them. Our prayers re- incident is encouraged to contact the would be praying for his son to be make every effort to educate stu- volve around the focus and success President’s office or the Lawrence distracted by the carvings. dents about their prayer meetings. of our student population. Haskell Police Department.

Phi Sigman Nu Holds 1st Annual Valentine’s Day “Speed Dating” Event by Charlie Perry Haskell students jumped out of zone and connected to others around Since the event students have been from Phi Sigma Nu. their comfort zone for some good campus they wouldn't usually talk to. inquiring about a follow up event (Continued on Page 11) clean fun. Freshman Bayli Schul- Love was in the air as students gath- theiss took part in the ered at Curtis Hall to participate in event with a few of her the Phi Sigma Nu 1st annual speed peers from Pocahontas dating event. 75 students showed Hall, “The speed dating up in all, consisting of 50 young event was fun. The envi- ladies and 25 gentlemen. Students ronment was wonderful and the fraternity did enjoyed conversation and snacks great. Also the girls of the before the event kicked off, a cour- Changing Women Inter- tesy from Phi Sigma Nu and the est Group did really well Changing Women Interest Group. decorating! Just wish Students than took their seats to they would’ve let us meet begin the event. Students were given everyone!” The event 3 minutes to exchange conversation had to be cut short due and a flyer featuring talking points. to time restraints. Fresh- Phi Sigma Nu Fraternity President man Cheyanna HighElk Winston Robison offered his reason- offered her opinion on ing for the event, “This event was the evening, “I meet a lot something the fraternity wanted to of people and really had a Haskell students begin to file into Curtis Hall to participate in Phi Sigma Nu’s 1st annual Valentine’s do to get people out of the comfort great time.” Day “Speed Dating” event. February 23, 2015 Haskell Indian Nations University Page 5 Haskell Students to Perform with Robert Mirabal at Lied Center of Kansas by Lori Hasselman

Four Haskell Indian Nations Uni- “It’s very challenging music--not few years of working with different say “read, read anything you pos- versity students will join Grammy all but most of it. It’s a suite, which choirs and with the string quar- sibly can” but this time he says his Award-winning Native American means it’s a set that encompasses tet, it’s one of the most rewarding advice was not just for students but flutist, Robert Mirabal along with two or three songs and in this case shows and the most rewarding mu- for everyone, including himself. progressive string quartet, ETHEL it’s three,” said Cabrera. sical collaborations that I’ve ever at the Lied Center of Kansas in done,” said Mirabal. “Turn your phones off. Turn the Lawrence on February 26th. Dr. Ralph Farris, ETHEL viola player, phones off and experience real life Mirna Cabrera, Haskell Chorus is the composer of the music. Ca- His collaboration with ETHEL because every single day culture Director, has selected Doris Watts, brera said the choir would be work- has extended to a new project just dies. Every single day the cultures Easton Bark, Marissa Torres, and ing with the composer on Wednes- completed called “River” based on that come from earth base, other Deanie Lucero. The cultures from all over the Haskell students will be world who grew up from joined by a select group mouth to ear, to ear to of twelve students from heart, to heart to body, the University of Kansas those cultures are dying (KU) Chamber Choir every single day and I’m under the direction of not just talking here in the Cabrera’s former teacher states I’m talking all over and the current Director the world,” said Mirabal. of Choral Activities at KU, Dr. Paul Tucker. Deanie Lucero is also ex- cited that Mirbal is coming “I’m really proud and to Lawrence. She says she excited they picked stu- was first exposed to his dents from Haskell," said music through her father Lucero, sophomore, one and that she looks up to of the Haskell students Mirabal. selected. "There’s a lot of talented students here “I feel exceedingly blessed that are artistic and they to be part of this opportu- are talented through the nity. Performing is some- arts and I’m glad that we thing I really love to do have that chance to show whether it’s through sing- that." ing or acting. I feel like Robert Mirabal, center, performing with ETHEL. Photo by Jennifer Killion. it’s my release…There’s Cabrera knew about the no limits when you are Mirabal performance through her day before the concert. According the honoring of the river and the performing. To be performing with relationship with the educational to the ETHEL website, Farris is a waters of the world. Mirabal, I look up to him because branch of the Lied Center. After founding member, Artistic Direc- he is a Native artist who has made learning that a choir would be par- tor, and a Grammy-nominated “These guys (ETHEL) have a re- it really big in the industry and he ticipating in the Mirabal concert, arranger. A sound check and re- ally, really strong sense of home is not only picking our music as a Cabrera reached out to her former hearsal will be done the afternoon community and understanding and way to reach out to people, but he teacher. Once the sheet music was of the concert with Robert Mirabal respecting culture through music. is also open-minded to other people received, Tucker contacted her with and any other musicians present. I’m really blessed to be with them. and letting them in by fusing the the details. Sixteen total singers You guys are going to hear Native music together so we are all united. were requested and would be com- Mirabal is Pueblo and describes the flute and native vocals in a way I think that’s pretty cool,” said posed of four Haskell students with program “Music of the Sun” that that you’ve never heard. I get a Lucero. twelve from KU. will be presented in Lawrence. little chicken-skinned every time I play with them,” said Mirabal. Lucero is excited but says she isn’t “The criteria with which I selected “To me it’s kind of a modern look nervous about the performance. my students to participate, for the at what would be considered a One of the most popular Native “I’m more nervous to meet him most part, was students who have musical ceremony and the whole artists today, Mirabal has been (Mirabal) than about performing a good voice but who also know evening is based around celebra- successful in other aspects of his and the group ETHEL too because how to work the way I teach them tion of the people of the sun--how illustrious career in addition to they play really great music. It’s because my teacher (Tucker) and we are from traditional times and music and crafting flutes including really beautiful music." I both teach very similar,” said how we have used the sun as a writing, storytelling, and painting. Cabrera. huge element of our traditions and He is excited to come and be part our cultures and how we are as a of “young Native minds that are Tickets for the show can be pur- The students selected from both people. It’s a celebration in that experiencing life to the fullest.” chased by visiting http://lied. schools have scheduled joint prac- and it’s a very, very new way of When asked what advice he had for ku.edu/events/ethel.shtml or tice sessions outside of class lead- looking at music and it’s kind of students discovering and cultivat- in person at the Lied Center of ing up to the concert. an interesting process. In the past ing their talents, he said he used to Kansas box office. Page 6 Haskell Indian Nations University February 23, 2015

What’s Your Perception of a Hitchhiker? by Ronald Russeau

An inspirational true account shows know how bad it feels to struggle and gan to swell in my throat as we neared experiences in my life than when I that helping the less fortunate is to be without. his destination. There was one thing help those in need. If an education something we must all take part in I desired to give him after a word of were not so important I would drop As I approached the young man I advice but because of my emotions out of school right now and help I was feeling a little stressed out after rolled my window down and told him I couldn’t get it out very effectively. people for a living. If you are reading a long weekend. I traveled all the way to hop on in. He sat down in my car However, I maintained my compo- this short story please send a prayer to California for a basketball tourna- and placed his backpack on his lap. sure and shared my advice with him to those in need, and to those who are ment. I had to borrow money from By the musky smell I could tell that (in short sentences to avoid breaking in worse shape than you. Never forget my parents because I had not received he had been without clean clothes down in tears). I told Ronnie, “When that when you are down on your last my income tax return yet. Addition- for many days. I struck a conversa- my relatives back home come to me buck, there is always someone out ally my team lost out of the tourna- tion with the young man. I asked his in a hard time, I always tell them that there who has it worse than you. ment and missed out on an anticipated name, where he was from; you know, there are people out there who are share in the jackpot. With my last $60 just the basics. It turned out that the experiencing worse things than you. I I consider myself a modern day war- I landed back in Spokane. I spent $10 young man is named Ronnie, twenty- was feeling sorry for myself before I rior for my tribe. It is not enough to on a sandwich and $16 on my airport three years old, and homeless. Ronnie seen you walking. Now, after hear- pursue an education; you must also parking. I left the airport parking lot was an orphan child who was adopted ing your struggles I want to let you remember those less fortunate and and was headed south, back towards at the age of twelve. He never met his know that if I could, I would give you unable to pursue an education them- Moscow where I go to school. I was biological parents. To make things everything possible to get you on your selves. If the cards were shuffled any still stressed thinking more about how worse, the parents who adopted him feet and help you get that GED. Be- differently it could be any one of us broke I would be after filling the gas never sent him to school. Instead, they cause I do not have the means, here is stuck in Ronnie’s shoes. tank on my car. I barely had enough made the fraudulent report that he some money and gas to get me home. was home schooled without actually my business card. providing him an education. Thanks Try calling me As I was driving along the heavily to them the young man has only a in a few years. crowded highway and before I had a 2nd grade education with no oppor- Maybe I will be chance to fill my tank, I saw a young tunity to pursue a GED because he rich one day and man hitchhiking. I quickly weaved was homeless with no family. As we I can better help through the traffic and pulled off onto discussed his challenges I could only you then.” I gave the shoulder. I always pick up hitch- imagine the struggle in which he faces Ronnie my last hikers because I recall a few times in on an everyday basis. The more he $36 as we parted my past when I was stuck hitchhiking talked the more I realized how privi- ways. myself. Therefore my only explana- leged my life is. tion for why people do not pick up There are no hitchhikers is because they do not My heart was heavy and a lump be- more humbling

Haskell Welcomes Two New Additions to Student Senate by Charlie Perry

2 New Representatives and a com- The student senate announced that the tepee around munity website are here to help Haskelllife.com, a website dedi- campus. Shout Haskell cated to the Haskell community, was Out club will be launched. Students and Facility alike selling candy Lawrence- 2 students were voted can use the hash tag #onwardhaskell grams in Curtis on to the Haskell Student Senate on social media sites such as Twitter Hall at lunch board recently. Derek Ziegler was and Facebook, to share upcoming and dinner up voted in as Freshmen Representa- events or event ideas. The hashtag until Valentine’s tive as well as Andrea Spottedhorse will automatically link the event to Day. Candy as Senior Representative. Ziegler the website for the community to grams range stated, “I appreciate everyone who view and comment on. from $1.00- voted for me. I’m super excited to 2.00. If you get to work, and to be a great asset The American Indian College Fund enjoy garden- to this university, leadership runs in deadline for TCU scholarships is ing, check my blood. This is a great opportu- coming up. Students make sure to out a Haskell nity and a huge step to my success. have your paperwork completed by Gardening club Onward Haskell! Spottedhorse was February 18th. The Native American meeting at the also excited for the opportunity stat- Church will have its next ceremony greenhouse on ing, “thank you everyone this is a on February 28th at 6:00 P.M. and Monday’s at Andrea Spottedhorse and Derek Ziegler are new Student great honor.” is open to all. Keep an eye out for 4:00 P.M. Senate Reps. February 23, 2015 Haskell Indian Nations University Page 7

Domestic Abuse Q & A Held in Curtis Hall’s Rose Room by Charlie Perry

Haskell students gathered in Cur- in an abusive relationship for 14 domestic abuse first hand as a child. tis Hall’s Rose Room to voice their years. The first 4 years were great; It not only affects the mother, it can opinions on domestic violence. the abuse stated when I got pregnant have a strong effect on the children with my daughter. My husband said as well.” “A heterosexual Native American he would leave me if I ever got fat Female will return to a domestic so I started to eat so he would let me Domestic Violence is an issue af- abuse relationship on average 24 go.” Chapman offered insight stat- fecting a large number of Ameri- times before they leave for good,” ing, “Abuse all goes back to having cans. A 2010 study by the Center for said Kristine Chapman a representa- power and control over someone.” Disease Control concluded that, “1 in 3 women and 1 in 7 men experi- ence domestic abuse in their lives.”

Chapman told her story of abuse as well. “I came to college and fell in love with this beautiful boy. I didn’t realize that he was putting me down when he made fun of me. I felt stu- pid and down. I didn’t know what to do. There is so much shame associ- Marce Antonio grips a pamphlet for The Willow domestic abuse shelter and a ated with domestic violence.” Haskell “end the violence” ribbon.

Students then asked how they may shelter, 24 hour crisis assistance, be able to help those they know ex- children’s services, work programs, periencing domestic abuse. Answers and court advocacy. ranged from listening, to reporting the act, regardless of the victim’s If you are someone you know is feelings about the issue. However it struggling with domestic violence really all comes down to the victim. The Willow Domestic Violence Kristine Chapman of the Willow domestic abuse shelter addresses Haskell students about various forms of abuse “Nobody but us can make decisions Center can be contacted VIA a 24 for ourselves,” Chapman stated. hour hotline at 785-843-3333 or toll tive for The Willow Domestic Vio- Students were then asked to give free at 800-770-3030. Willow also lence Center of Lawrence who was their opinions on what domestic Chapman then urged students has a website that can be accessed at on hand as students shared stories violence entailed. Responses ranged to contact the Willow Domestic www.willowdvcenter.org. and ideas to put domestic violence from; manipulation, fear, financial Violence Center. Willow opened its to an end. abuse, to physical, emotional, and doors in 1976. The first domestic vi- The Haskell Counselling Center spiritual harms. olence shelter of its kind in Kansas, located in Stidham Union is also Student Body President Beverly Willow has been helping victims of available for assistance. The coun- Foley was the first to give her ac- Haskell Freshmen, Derek Zigler abuse ever since. Some of the as- selling center is open from 9 A.M. to count of domestic violence, “I was gave his thoughts, “I experienced sistance Willow offers include; safe 5 P.M. Monday through Friday.

Why Students Must Leave Dorms During Breaks by Marissa Torres Students keep asking the question ing Supervisor at Haskell, ”There break when they travel. “why can’t we stay over break? are two main reasons why students According to Spotted- cannot live in the dorm rooms dur- horse, “the preassign- There is continuing debate on ing summer and winter breaks.” ment during the breaks whether or not students from makes it difficult to put Haskell Indian Nations University The first reasons is that there is less people in rooms when get to stay in the dorms during sum- coverage during the breaks especial- everyone’s belongings mer and winter breaks. “It would ly summer. Workers have to leave are in certain areas.” make my life easier if I could stay during the summer due to using or That would mean stu- in the dorms. I wouldn’t have to quit losing their annual leave. The bud- dents would be scattered Winona Hall dorm. my job,” commented Cara Martin, get is already set up a certain way everywhere as opposed current Haskell student. that there would be no room to add to have them all in a specific dorm. particular in getting things ready and in the cost of housing during breaks. prepared because it gives them more Some students have a hard time The second reason is during winter “A lot goes on during the summer time to fix appliances in the rooms. making it back home during breaks the basketball team allows it’s play- and the best we can do is transfer The best thing the housing staff can because of financial issues. Accord- ers to stay in the dorm rooms due them to the counseling center,” said do for the students is offer winter ing to, Thomas Spottedhorse, Hous- to games still continuing during the Spottedhorse. “Maintenance is very storage ongoing for ten years now.” Page 8 Haskell Indian Nations University February 23, 2015 Haskell Community Available for Students At Risk For Drug Addiction by Hallie Long Some Haskell students are prone • You’re using drugs under dan- • Your life revolves around drug • Periods of unusual hyperactivity, to drug addition. There are many gerous conditions or taking risks use. You spend a lot of time using agitation, or giddiness. resources available to help. while high, such as driving while on and thinking about drugs, figuring • Lack of motivation; appears lethar- drugs, using dirty needles, or having out how to get them, and recovering gic or “spaced out.” Over the past couple of semesters I unprotected sex. from the drug’s effects. • Appears fearful, anxious, or para- have noticed something that really • Your drug use is getting you into • You’ve abandoned activities you noid, with no reason. bothers me. We as Native people legal trouble, such as arrests for used to enjoy, such as hobbies, are here at school to learn and get disorderly conduct, driving under sports, and socializing, because of Warning Signs of Commonly an education. This way we can go the influence, or stealing to support your drug use. Abused Drugs-- home and help our tribes and change a drug habit. • You continue to use drugs, despite the lives of others. Unfortunately, • Your drug use is causing problems knowing it’s hurting you. It’s caus- • Marijuana: Glassy, red eyes; loud not all of us are here for the same ing major problems in talking, inappropriate laughter fol- reason. Some of us seem to fall your life—blackouts, lowed by sleepiness; loss of interest, under the trap of others. By this, I infections, mood swings, motivation; weight gain or loss. mean that some people while here, depression, paranoia—but are helping others find their way to you use anyway. • Depressants (including Xanax, drugs, whether it is on or off campus Valium, GHB): Contracted pupils; it is still happening. There are also some drunk-like; difficulty concentrating; warning signs that a clumsiness; poor judgment; slurred It is really annoying to walk any- friend or family member speech; sleepiness. where on campus and just get the is abusing drugs. thick smell of marijuana or someone • Stimulants (including amphet- who has on too much cologne or Physical Warning Signs amines, cocaine, crystal meth): perfume because they are trying to of Drug Abuse-- Dilated pupils; hyperactivity; eu- hide the smell of marijuana. Another phoria; irritability; anxiety; exces- thing that students do is wear sun- • Bloodshot eyes, pupils sive talking followed by depression glasses. Everyone knows why you larger or smaller than or excessive sleeping at odd times; are wearing your sunglasses. You usual may go long periods of time without are not fooling anyone. I am sure • Changes in appetite or eating or sleeping; weight loss; dry that marijuana is not the only drug sleep patterns. Sudden mouth and nose. that has made its way to students on weight loss or weight gain campus, but it is one that we know • Deterioration of physi- • Inhalants (glues, aerosols, vapors): by looks and smell alone. cal appearance, personal Watery eyes; impaired vision, mem- grooming habits ory and thought; secretions from There are many options on campus • Unusual smells on the nose or rashes around the nose that can help you with your addic- breath, body, or clothing and mouth; headaches and nausea; tion. You can always go to a CRA, • Tremors, slurred speech, appearance of intoxication; drowsi- SRA, Counselor, or even IHS. Just or impaired coordination ness; poor muscle control; changes know that you are not alone in your in appetite; anxiety; irritability; lots battle. There are many people here A student passed out in Roe Cloud. Behavioral Warning Signs of cans/aerosols in the trash. on campuses that are willing to help of Drug Abuse-- you. in your relationships, such as fights • Hallucinogens (LSD, PCP): Di- with your partner or family mem- • Drop in attendance and perfor- lated pupils; bizarre and irrational Haskell students can enjoy free bers, an unhappy boss, or the loss of mance at work or school. behavior including paranoia, aggres- healthcare for the Haskell Indian old friends. • Unexplained need for money or sion, hallucinations; mood swings; Health Services (IHS) between the • You’ve built up a drug tolerance. financial problems. May borrow or detachment from people; absorption hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. You need to use more of the drug steal to get it. with self or other objects, slurred Monday through Friday. to experience the same effects you • Engaging in secretive or suspicious speech; confusion. used to attain with smaller amounts. behaviors. According to a website called • You take drugs to avoid or relieve • Sudden change in friends, favorite • Heroin: Contracted pupils; no http://www.helpguide.org/articles/ withdrawal symptoms. If you go too hangouts, and hobbies. response of pupils to light; needle addiction/drug-abuse-and-addiction. long without drugs, you experience • Frequently getting into trouble marks; sleeping at unusual times; htm, there are some signs and symp- symptoms such as nausea, restless- (fights, accidents, illegal activities) sweating; vomiting; coughing, snif- toms of someone who may have a ness, insomnia, depression, sweat- fling; twitching; loss of appetite. drug addiction-- ing, shaking, and anxiety. Psychological Warning Signs of • You’ve lost control over your drug Drug Abuse-- If you feel like you are exhibiting • You’re neglecting your responsibil- use. You often do drugs or use more any of these 10 signs you can call ities at school, work, or home (e.g. than you planned, even though you • Unexplained change in personality 1-800-662-HELP in the U.S. to flunking classes, skipping work, told yourself you wouldn’t. You or attitude. reach a free referral helpline from neglecting your children) because of may want to stop using, but you feel • Sudden mood swings, irritability, the Substance Abuse and Mental your drug use. powerless. or angry outbursts. Health Services Administration. February 23, 2015 Haskell Indian Nations University Page 9 Mining of Uranium on the Navajo Reservation Must End by Domonique Lowden

The mining of Uranium on the close of World War II in the 1940s. elevated levels of radiation. Navajo Reservation has been tak- Uranium is used as a fuel in nuclear Health effects include lung ing place since the conclusion of reactors. It occurs in most rocks in cancer from inhalation of World War II concentrations of 2 to 4 parts per mil- radioactive particles, bone lion and it is common in the Earth’s cancer and impaired kidney Uranium mines placed on the Na- crust. Uranium was discovered in function from exposure to vajo Reservation are leading to water 1789 by Martin Klaporth, a German radionuclide in drinking contamination. Not many people chemist. Why is it so dangerous? water. throughout the world are aware that It consists of radioactivity and can uranium mines are dangerous. Water cause major dysfunctions to the hu- In January 2013; the EPA, contamination from the conflict of man body. the Bureau of Indian Af- having uranium mines can be very fairs, the Nuclear Regulato- critical. The lands of the Navajo Nation in ry Commission, the Depart- New Mexico consist of 27,000 square ment of Energy, the Indian Think about it. People throughout miles spread over three states in the Health Service, and the the world are trying to make money Four Corners area. The distinctive Agency for Toxic Substanc- every day. Some of those ways are geology of these lands is what makes es and Disease Registry in dangerous. Uranium is dangerous. them rich in uranium. From 1944 consultation with the Navajo Members of the Navajo nation protest the expansion of Uranium mines. Photo obtained from www.masecoali- Uranium is a chemical element of to 1986 about four million tons of Nation, concluded a five-year tion.org. atomic number 92. It is a gray dense uranium ore were withdrawn from effort to address uranium water infrastructure in mining areas, radioactive metal, a radioactive ore in the Navajo lands under leases with contamination in the Navajo Nation. focus on 43 priority mines located high demand after the development the Navajo Nation and many of the It focused on the most impending near homes, cleanup Northeast of atomic power and weapons at the Navajo people worked on uranium risks to people who are living on the Church Rock mine, Cleanup Tuba mines with their Navajo Nation. City Dump, Treat groundwater at families. mill sites, conduct health studies, and In the last five years the study has rep- expand inter-agency outreach. Today, ura- resented a significant start in inscrib- nium mines ing the legacy of uranium mining. The; NNEPA, EPA, The DiNEH are closed on Although there is a lot of work to Project, CDC, and University of New the Navajo be done and the same federal agen- Mexico applied a complete outreach reservation due cies have worked together to issue and educational campaign that warned to uranium a second 5 year plan of action. The the residents about the risks of drink- contamination. purpose of the second 5 year plan is ing contaminated water. As of this Over 500 aban- to build on the work of the first plan, day, there are many other projects and doned uranium make some accommodations based many people who are now involved mines caused on information that is gained during in keeping areas of which uranium contamination this period, and plan the next steps in mines once were, safe. Protecting the to people’s addressing the most significant risks lands of the Navajo reservation are homes and to human health and the environment. still of being protected by many agen- A map of uranium mines on the Navajo reservation shows an environ- drinking water The second 5 year plan includes no- mental impact. Photo obtained by www.epa.gov. cies but the mining of uranium must sources with tions to; re-mediate homes, increase come to an end for good. Haskell Shifts Focus to a More Sustainable Campus by Taylor Hall

2 Grants Make it Possible for nator, this is a “four year grant and landscaping, and then everyone will ing closely with sustainability staff Haskell to increase sustainability this is year one”. share their ideas and wants for the to support many efforts; including project. “The sustainable landscape on-campus vegetable garden, food Change is in the air. Haskell has a On February 5th contract solicita- master plan workshop is tentatively waste reduction, food sovereignty, new focus on sustainability. In the tion closed for a company to land- planned for March 28th”, stated and outreach education on climate coming years Haskell is looking scape the campus. Throughout cam- Megan Fisher, and “everyone in the change. “By reducing our carbon to improve issues on campus such pus native plants and trees will be Haskell community is encouraged to footprint we are better stewards as recycling, water conservation, planted. Haskell is looking forward come.” of the earth, but also it is an eco- energy efficiency, and sustainable to many; edible plants and trees, nomically wise thing to do”, said landscaping. A project to propel berry bushes, walnut trees, and Later in the project there will be a Haskell’s Extension Coordinator Haskell towards a more sustainable even cilantro. These are just ideas fruit tree landscape workshop open Megan Fisher while commenting on campus is in the works. The project a few of many ideas in the works. to the public, no date has been set why Haskell needs this project. is funded by two grants from the A sustainability workshop will be for this. A number of faculty mem- United States Department of Agri- held to determine the layout plans bers have been pushing for this proj- I hope everyone is as excited as I culture. According to Megan Fisher for Haskell’s landscape. This will ect. Recently Haskell Extension has am for this; Onward Haskell! who is Haskell’s Extension Coordi- include an overview of sustainable shifted its focus and is now work- Page 10 Haskell Indian Nations University February 23, 2015

Native Youth Experience Racism at Hockey Game by Madeline Buckman

January 24th, 2015, Native students disturbing, disgusting, and staff of American Horse school and unacceptable for which is located on the Pine Ridge anyone. These children Reservation. AHS 21st century club did not deserve this kind (which is students who exemplify of treatment, to be humili- good behavior and grades in school) ated and have their safety left the reservation to attend a Rush risked. I mean, can you hockey game at the Rushmore Plaza imagine having to relive civic center in Rapid City, South that experience? Having Dakota. All 57 students and staff to explain to their parents were looking forward to a night why they smell like beer? full of fun and optimism for be- I can’t. My heart cringes ing rewarded. Unfortunately, the at the thought, the amount night took a drastic turn when some of anger I have is beyond Caucasian men sitting in the Very words. Important Person area decided to harass the students and staff then by This story has reached throwing beer on the children. The another level including racism prolonged as the men yelled an unjust headline by at them saying, “Go back to the a newspaper company in A cartoon depicting a racially charged event in South Dakota. Photo obtained by the Lakota Times. reservation!” Rapid City which stated, As a Native American I’ve experi- not right.” Ware also stated “Even if “Did Native American Students enced racism and understand that they didn’t stand for the national an- I know this is an issue that is very stand for National Anthem?” Rapid racism for Natives still exists. A them that doesn’t give them the right touchy, but as a Native American, City journal targets young Native very strong comment was made to humiliate them. They took the people need to know that racism grade school students for allegedly by Haskell student Raven Ware, a pledge of allegiance out of schools incidents such as this exist. Inci- “not standing” for America’s Na- member of the Kiowa tribe in Okla- it’s a freedom of speech so they had dents like this are frequent and tional anthem, so apparently that homa, she says, “I feel angry about no business doing that to them.” brushed under the rug. I can’t help is justice for grown men to racially it. It’s stupid they should be making The incident is growing day by day but feel angered, indifferent, and attack kids with beer while yelling. more of deal out of this. The native and hopefully justice is served for sad about the incident that happen “Go back to the reservation.” stuff is swept under the rug and it’s the obvious hate crime. to our Native youth. It is utterly

Valentine’s Day Mishaps by Nathan Porter

With St. Valentine’s Day just other times they’re heart breaking. friend spent the holiday with some- I ended up dealing with her till the around the corner many students one else. “She cheated on me that end of the school year before I went here at Haskell are making special One student had an unfortunate ex- day, found out later that week she on to high school.” plans to celebrate the occasion, perience saying, “I got dumped, on spent the day with my best friend.” however many students are not. Valentine’s Day, ever since I really Hopefully these mishaps will not Things don’t always go the way don’t care too much for Valentine’s Sometimes having a Valentine go occur for the students of Haskell, people plan on this holiday, in some Day.” too far is the mishap, as one student however for those who have had a cases things go very wrong. While describes his dilemma. “I gave her bad February 14th in the past just sometimes these things are silly, Another student found out his girl- a card and she took it way too far, know you are not alone.

Health Benefits of Curtis Hall by James Paddlety

Students need to be aware of how that gives out various fruits that is if you eat three meals which a lot don’t have any money to eat on and many calories they’re eating at Cur- really helpful at being healthy but of Haskell students do. According serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.” tis hall. Did You know if you choose we as student athletes need food that to www.WebMD.com’s weight loss ranch as a dressing, one serving is will keep us lean and not just gain and diet plans, “the average calories Curtis serves breakfast, lunch, and 145 calories? Truthfully not many weight. Having meat or steak would for a person depends on their dinner at the following times: people put one serving of ranch on a be good, but covering it with gravy weight and if they want to maintain Mondays-Friday breakfast: 7:00 salad or get one bowl of salad. is another thing,"said Collins. or lose or gain weight." a.m.-9:00 a.m., lunch: 11:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m., and dinner: 4:30 p.m.- Haskell football player Stallion A recent calculation of breakfast, Haskell student Orion Ennis com- 6:30p.m. Brunch on Saturday and Collins commented, “Curtis hall has lunch, and dinner add up to 2,000 mented, ̈"I think Curtis is great be- Sunday: 10:00 a.m-12:00 p.m. and its moments. They have a salad bar calories or more each day but only cause it feeds college students who dinner 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. February 23, 2015 Haskell Indian Nations University Page 11

“Precious Gemstones” “Selma” Movie Sheds Light on Poem Inspires Natives Against Suicide Martin Luther King and Civil Rights by Marc Crooked Arm by Chaundelle Jayde Fritzler Selma does a great job educating Always be there for those who matter. Tomorrow is never guaranteed. and entertaining about Martin Lu- David Oyelowo’s portrayal of Martin ther King, Jr. Luther King Jr. was truly loyal to the On February 4th of 2013 my cousin Dale Ellen Cuny took her life. She image of who we see in the history was an athlete, a sister, a friend, a role model,our Cowgirl. No matter February is Black History what she set out to do she would succeed. She was looked up to because Month and a great way to cel- of her positive attitude, strength, and perseverance. Even though she was ebrate the occasion is to watch such an accomplished young woman it didn’t mean she didn’t struggle. the movie “Selma” directed by When this happened it was tragic and heartbreaking. Dale touched so Ava DuVernay. A film that is as many different lives in so many places. When she left it brought everyone informative as it is entertain- together through the love they had for her. She is an inspiration for me, ing. “Selma” follows the life of and many more, to be caring and positive because life is unpredictable. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, in one of the most trying times Suicide is a difficult topic to discuss and it is more common among our of his life, during the march people than we would like to believe. This tragedy hits home for many from Selma to Montgomery of us whether it is our own struggle or the struggle of a loved one. Reach in 1964. The film provides an out and take care their hand, let them know they are loved and cherished. insight into his personal life They may not feel that they are and could decide this life is no longer that many do not consider. worth it. Change their mind because everyone is worth fighting for. No Emeka Okwusa, a 21 year old family should have to feel this type of loss. Change somebody’s life for Lawrence community mem- the better because they are precious and rare, a love like theirs is hard to ber had this to say about the find in this world. film, “It was amazing. I feel like it told us to stand up for “Precious Gemstone” what you believe in.”

We had no idea you were masking a troubled soul “Selma” paces itself to cover Behind a brilliant smile and eyes that shined like emeralds only the most integral moments Never did it occur to us that you were so hopeless of the 1964 equality issues. The A life we thought was so full of joy and accomplishment pace does well to move the plot Was tarnished by a darkness we couldn’t see in you of the movie along. “Oh yeah, it’s a long movie. But it does well to books, all the while bringing a sense We had no idea the toll this life had taken on your heart convey the messages of MLK.” says a of pressure that was clearly imminent Live fast die pretty was something you used to say Regal 14 movie theater employee. in the events that take place in the We didn’t think those were your words to live by film. The dynamic cast was brought to To us you were the strongest one, a diamond personified The cinematography in the film is also life by many characters influential in Glass is more appropriate, beautiful but fragile and breakable quite hard-hitting. All the authentic the history of the Civil Rights Move- sets and costumes support the era of ment. Many characters create an ex- We had no idea the heartache that would be left in your wake the film’s setting. Creative decisions citement in seeing famous figures like You left a hole in all of us, an emptiness filled with you like using authentic FBI recovered Malcolm X and Lyndon B. Johnson. Questions needing answers, like what could we have done tapes and old stock footage of the Exiting movie goers had this to say The memories you left are our most valuable possessions now political march and race riots drive about the film “I thought it was great, More meaningful than any ruby, sapphire, topaz, diamond, or emeralds the film in what could be described as it touched on a part of MLK’s story like your eyes a “classical yet modern feel.” that many people didn’t know about.”

Valentine’s Day “Speed Dating” Event (continued from Page 4) Robison would like to have more wouldn’t have been as great a events upcoming, “I believe we are turnout if it wasn’t for them. At the going to hold another event prob- end of the night all of Phi Sigma ably within a month. We would like Nu was satisfied with their ef- to start hosting events every couple forts.” of weeks.” Robinson went on to say, “It actually felt great knowing Be sure to check out the Indian that we as a fraternity were help- Leader on Facebook for links to ing others get out of their comfort more upcoming events or log on to zone and meet new people. Phi www.haskelllife.com. Sigma Nu wants to thank all the The Phi Sigma Nu fraternity had a "lovely" individuals that participated. It time hosting the event. Page 12 Haskell Indian Nations University February 23, 2015 The Blind Spot by Rachel Whiteside A few students that are Alaskan and tribes.” Wildcat continued, Eastern Native are feeling over- “Demographically speak- looked compared to the Western ing most students that Native tribes that attend Haskell attend Haskell come from Indian Nations University. Diamond Western tribes and the Williams, an Alaskan commented, stereotypical Indian or Na- “The history classes here don’t re- tive American viewed to a ally teach about our culture because non-native is a Western or we’re so far north that we weren’t Plains Indian.” really involved in the drama down south. That doesn’t mean I don’t Although he speaks about want to learn about my history as Haskell mainly being well as others.” towards Western/Plains Indians, he doesn’t com- She also mentioned, “I think they pletely ignore the other should teach more about my tribe tribes. “I prefer not to use and have more activities for us the term American Indian. because the Alaska Club needs to be I think about all tribes and more public. Other students should if I could change it I would know that we exist.” call it Indigenous Studies instead of American Indian The American Indian Studies mural in Parker Hall. Photo by Lori Hasselman. Dr. Dan Wildcat, a professor of because we are not the only What can Alaskan and Eastern tribes Hopefully, Haskell will be able to American Indian Studies at Haskell native tribes out there. There are do to try and be more organized get more involved in these smaller said, “I call it a ‘Blind Spot,’ that many tribes in other countries and and public? Clubs and group ac- tribes activities and bring their cul- there is ignorance towards the other regions. There are people in Hawaii tivities help promote their culture ture in as well as the Western tribal tribes. Unless they are huge and that are natives, the natives in Africa at Haskell. The Alaskan club is ones so it can no longer be seen as a important they are forgotten and and Australia; we aren’t the main open to everyone not just Alaskans. “blind spot.” that includes Northern and Eastern one out there.” Pueblo Club Hosts Traditional Throw by Obadiah Eastman In a cultural sharing event Haskell students can only experience at a tribal college, the Pueblo Club hosted a throw celebration for Pueblo basketball seniors who were playing their last home game.

Seniors, Stand Lovato and Jenine Coriz, both from Santo Do- mingo Pueblo, played their last home games at the Coffin Com- plex for the Haskell men’s and women’s basketball team. The fans gathered after the game down on the court and prepared for the throw where they received free items from the club.

The Pueblo club tossed items such as toilet paper, Ramen noodles, and candy. Throws are usually done in Pueblo commu- nities to honor a person or family member. In this case, the club was honoring their two of their senior members.

Pueblo Club throw honoring basketball seniors.

Summer Opportunity for Native Actors!! “Unto these Hills” is an outdoor drama located in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina and on the Qualla Boundary more commonly known as the Cherokee Indian Reservation. Cherokee Historical Association has produced this epic show about the Cherokee people for many years. We have several roles that we are casting. If you’re a male or female ages 18-60 we’d love to hear from you! Rehearsals will begin May 10. Our season runs from May 30 through August 15. Pay ranges from $200- $400 per week. We do offer on-site housing for $20.00 weekly. There are also job oppor- tunities at our other attraction; the Oconaluftee Indian Village which is a re-created Cherokee village of the 1700-1800’s. Here we depict life as it was through historical interpretation and have people in character roles. This venue is open from May 1 through October 24. We are happy to accept video auditions. Please include a monologue- 2 min. maximum, 16 bars uptemp, 16 bars ballad if you sing, movement reel (fight or dance) and a picture and resume to [email protected] or you may call 828-497-3652 if you need more information. February 23, 2015 Haskell Indian Nations University Page 13 Haskell Students Have Access to KU Libraries by Deron Suneagle Haskell students have access to government I.D. such as a driver’s instructs KU library staff. fines are two dollars per day up to the University of Kansas (KU) license, state identification, or ac- twenty-five dollars for short term library resources by filling out tive military identification. Before There is no cost for a library card books and four dollars a day up a registration form. “The whole entering the Watson Library, ask and the process may take up to 20 to twenty-five dollars for reserved process of registering at KU the personnel at the front desk for minutes. Once completed students books. library is time consuming and a registration form. “Haskell stu- have full access to all three librar- somewhat frustrating, but it’s dents need to make sure to input ies including unlimited number Anschutz Library, 1301 Hoch Au- worth it.” Shelby Herrod, Haskell the entire identification number on of books checked out for a time ditoria Drive, hours: 12:00 a.m.- student. the Haskell I.D. cards, otherwise period of 2 months. Renewing 8:00 p.m.; Wheat Law Library, the computer won’t recognize books can be done over the phone hours: 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; and To register, students need a the number despite the recording by calling (785) 864-4715 or on- Watson Library, 1425 Jayhawk Haskell I.D. card and one federal meant for KU I.D. cards only,” line at lib.ku.edu/Watson. Library Blvd, hours: 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Left: Watson Library Right: Anschutz Library. Photos via ku.edu

Internet in Dorm Rooms Coming Soon by Rustie Anglin Student complaints about the lack A bandwidth is a range within a have more bandwidth you’ll receive said that he hoped to have phase of internet in their rooms will soon band of frequencies or energies more data at the same time than with three done back in September but be over as phase three of the dorm which have the capacity for a data- a smaller bandwidth.” Latta also they are waiting for the General Ser- room internet project is nearing said that the bigger the bandwidth, vice Administration’s Contract Offi- completion. Alyx Stephenson, Roe the faster you will receive data. cer to approve the bandwidth modi- Cloud Hall resident, says that she fication. “It’s 2015 and every room would like to be able to do her Arce, who has been working on this should have internet” Arce said. homework whenever she wants to project since September of 2014, saying, “I would focus better if I Students pay an internet fee of could get the internet in my room. $50 dollars but according to Arce, With so many people in the common that doesn’t go far. It will be about area it makes it hard to focus.” $5,000 a month for the updated bandwidth. Arce questions,“Should it Joshua Arce, Chief Information Of- be the schools responsibility to pro- ficer in the Haskell IT department vide internet? Should students have sent out an email to the dormitory to share the burden?” He thinks the staff at the beginning of the semes- school and the students should share. ter. The email outlined the three phases of the dorm room internet Once the internet is on in the dorm project for Roe Cloud, Blalock, and rooms, it will bring on five hundred Pocahontas Halls. new port connections and will allow the students to reach more resources The first phase was placing the according to Arce. He says this is a internet lines and the second phase huge step for the school and he is was getting the equipment ready to very excited to have it completed. activate. The last phase, which is Arce mentioned that he is very stu- yet to be complete, is to update the transfer of electronic communica- dent focused, “As an alumni, I want current bandwidth with a contract tion systems according to the Merri- students to have the best opportunity modification. Arce commented, am-Webster Dictionary. David Latta, and the best resources.” “We are very excited to finish the former Accutech (Internet Com- final phase.” pany) employee commented, “If you (Continued on Page 14) Page 14 Haskell Indian Nations University February 23, 2015 Internet in Dorm Rooms Coming Soon (Continued from Page 13) With the current bandwidth students to see if it would be better for the internet in the rooms will be good Until phase three is complete there have limited availability to some bandwidth to have it blocked or un- but it could cause laziness. “People are several hotspots and computer internet sites like Netflix which is blocked. Arce also said that students will just be in their rooms more labs around campus to use. Hotspots blocked during the week from 8:00 shouldn’t leave Netflix running when often and they won’t socialize since include: Curtis Hall, Stidham Hall, a.m. to 5:00 p.m. but unblocked at they aren’t in the room because it all academic buildings, Tecum- they don’t have to go down to the night and on the weekends. Arce will continue using the bandwidth. seh, Coffin Complex, the library, said “Once we see how the new You should close down your browser common area.” Stephenson also the auditorium, and the lobbies or bandwidth is used we can ask to when you aren’t using it. commented that with the ports fixed common areas of all the dorms. The have Netflix unblocked.” He sug- people would just find something labs are located in all the dorms, the gested that some trials may be run Stephenson said that she thinks that else to complain about. library, and the academic buildings.

For more information contact: Gary Goombi Office: 785-832-6608 Cell: 785-760-3109 February 23, 2015 Haskell Indian Nations University Page 15 Haskell WBB Wins Heated Defensive Contest by Tyler Jones

The Lady Indians Advance to 8-3 from the field. The Lady Indians figures on the night. The leading take on Oklahoma Wesleyan, before in the MCAC with the Win never trailed in the first, but York scorer for the Lady Indians was Je- two home games against Waldorf stayed within nine Coriz with 15 points, followed College and College of Saint Mary reaching distance by Kelli Warrior and Kourtney Meat to wrap-up the regular season. of Haskell in the with 12 points each and Tahnee first. York shot Stands with 10 points. With the win, Haskell advances to just 28% from 19-6 and 8-3 in the MCAC. The field goal range, Haskell Coach Shane Flanagan after Lady Indians have also locked up a but outrebounded the game said, “This was an impor- spot in the MCAC Conference Tour- Haskell 23-17. tant win for us and a sloppy game.” nament later this month. On Satur- Unlike Haskell, He was not wrong that it was sloppy day, Haskell will take on Central York took care for sure, as Haskell turned the ball Christian College on Senior Night. of the basket- over 28 times and York accounted It will be the final home games for ball with just 7 for 20 turnovers. Both teams com- Tahnee Stands, Jenine Coriz and Tif- turnovers, while bined for 48 total turnovers. Haskell fany Sullivan. Next week, Haskell Haskell doubled shot 44% from the field, while York will wrap-up the regular season on (PHOTO VIA CHARLIE PERRY) that number with struggled shooting, with a poor per- the road at College of the Ozarks The last Friday Night Hoops match- 14. At the half, Haskell led York centage at 25%. and against Central Baptist College. up of the 2014-15 season took place 34-30. (PHOTO VIA CHARLIE PERRY) Friday at Tony Coffin Sports Com- After Fri- plex for the Haskell Lady Indians. For half number two, York got off to day’s loss Haskell (18-6, 7-3 MCAC) was a fast start and took their first lead York falls to looking to continue their momen- of the game. That lead did not last 9-15 overall tum, as the Lady Indians had come though, as Haskell answered with a and 3-8 in into Friday winning six out of their 12-0 run of their own that ended at the MCAC. last seven games. The opponent for the 12:01 mark. As the lead contin- York is Haskell would be York College (9- ued to build, Haskell never trailed eliminated 14, 3-7 MCAC), out of York, Ne- again. The Lady Indians took down in the race braska. Last month the two faced off York by a final score 66-56. for a spot in in York and Haskell defeated York the MCAC 75-61. The leading scorers for the night Tournament. were York’s Mackenzie Eller and York will In the first half, the offense was Cory Minjarez with 17 points each. move on clicking for Haskell, shooting 48% Haskell had four players in double- Saturday to

York Takes Down Haskell in Slugfest by Tyler Jones

The Loss Was Not So Sweet for don Love and Johnny Cooksey also finished shooting at 44%. Haskell With the win, York advances to Haskell at Home Against York made key contributions for York fell short, by a final score of 77-68. 14-12 on the year and 5-6 in the with 6 points each in the first. MCAC. On Saturday, York will With the final games of the MCAC Haskell Coach Chad Kills Crow travel to Oklahoma to take on regular season around the corner, Haskell’s offense did not give a described the loss and said, “We Oklahoma Wesleyan, before two Friday’s night matchup was ever so glimpse of their previous perfor- shot the ball poorly, gave them too home games to wrap-up the regu- important for both Haskell (6-20, mance against York, as the Fighting many second chance opportunities lar season next week. York will 4-6 MCAC) and York (13-12, 4-6 Indians shot a low 39% from the and our inability to rebound cost battle with two of the MCAC’s MCAC). Both teams stood 4-6 in field. Wilber Everett generated some us the game.” Tsalidi Sequoyah led top three teams to end the year, as the MCAC and were in a four-way offense for Haskell off the bench Haskell in scoring with 25 points, they take on Waldorf College and tie for 4th in the MCAC. Haskell with 10 points in the first, followed followed by 17 points from Everett Bellevue University. and York met last month in a classic by 6 points from Tsalidi Sequoyah Wilber and 10 points from Randy shootout, with Haskell coming out in the first half as well. York led at July. Haskell falls to 4-7 in the MCAC on top 107-100, but Friday’s game the half 39-28. and 6-21 overall, making it tough was little different between the two Devanu Evans led York in scor- to stay alive for a spot in the teams compared to their previous In the 2nd Half, Haskell made ing with 24 points and Kills Crow MCAC Tournament. Haskell will meeting. dramatic improvements offensively, said, “We had problems defending host their final home game of the shooting 44% from the field. The him and we would just lose him in year on Saturday against Central In the 1st half, York shot 42% from Indians pulled within two, but could the matchup zone.” Behind Evans Christian College, before a two- the field. York Forward Devaun not continue to hang with York. was Terrence-Cole Michael with game road trip against College Evans led the way with a monstrous York in the second shot 47% from 9 points, while Tre’ Howe and of the Ozarks and Central Bap- half, with 16 points and was 7/11 field goal range. By the end of the Johnny Cooksey also contributed tist College next week to end the shooting from field goal range. Lel- night Haskell shot 42%, while York with 7 points. regular season. Page 16 Haskell Indian Nations University February 23, 2015 Central Christian Defeats Haskell in Overtime Thriller by Tyler Jones Haskell Comes Up Short on Se- Christian responded though and overtime nior Night took the lead by halftime, leading though, the 42-41. game was The emotions were running high decided by Saturday for the Haskell Men’s Bas- Bruns led Haskell in scoring in the turnovers. ketball team, as it was Senior Night, first, followed by 9 points from Haskell gave the final game for the senior class Randy July and 5 points apiece from up 25 turn- at Coffin Sports Complex. It would Duelle Gore and Stand Lovato. The overs com- be the last game in front of a home Indians shot 52% from the field in pared to 17 crowd for Randy July and Stand the first. For Central Christian, they from Central Lovato. Haskell (6-21, 4-7) would shot 42% as a team from the field. Christian. be taking on the Central Christian The Tigers were led by Michael Central Tigers (14-11, 4-7), in a battle to Gholston in scoring with 12 points, Christian stay alive for a spot in the MCAC followed by Alonzo Stafford with walked away Conference Tournament. 10 points and Dustin Rojas with 9 points. with the The first half was a close contest victory 110- (PHOTO VIA CHARLIE PERRY) between the two squads. Central The second half was a shootout 107. was proud of our seniors (July and Christian led most of the way and between the two teams. Trailing late, Lovato) on how they played. I was their lead was up to 11. Off the Zack Bruns hit a three at the 2:09 Central Christian had three players really proud of Zack Bruns as well bench though, Sophomore Guard mark for Haskell. After that basket with over 20 points on the night. Mi- and I want him to be the next Stand Zack Bruns emerged with 12 points the run continued, as Stand Lovato chael Gholston led Central Christian Lovato.” and two threes to give Haskell the would hit a game-tying three, with in scoring with 25 points, followed lead late in the first half. Central little time left. Following the three by 24 points from Alonzo Stafford With the win, Central Christian ad- was a major and 22 points from Dustin Rojas. vances to 5-7 and 15-11 on the year. block from The Tigers will take on Bellevue Randy July For Haskell, it was the two seniors University and Waldorf College to send the that stepped up. Stand Lovato led next week to end the regular sea- game to Haskell in scoring with 25 points, son. Central Christian is still alive overtime. while Randy July had a big night to compete for a spot in the MCAC Haskell as well with 18 points. Zack Bruns Tournament. finished and Tsaldi Sequoyah each had 15 regulation on points, while Duelle Gore made After the loss, Haskell falls to 4-8 in a 12-4 run. an impact as well with 11 points. Haskell Coach Kills Crow after the the MCAC and 6-22 overall. Next week, Haskell will take on College Each team game said, “This game came down of the Ozarks and Central Baptist shot 46% to the wire. They (Central Christian) College, but will not make the cutoff from the did their homework. They did their to be in the MCAC Conference field for the research and new how to defend us.” Kills Crow went on to say, “I Tournament the following week. (PHOTO VIA CHARLIE PERRY) game. In Haskell WBB Takes Down Central Christian by Tyler Jones The Lady Indians Dominate at against Central Christian (9-18, 3-8 Home from Start to Finish MCAC). It was more of the same for both Love was in the air Saturday after- In the first, Haskell was money sides in the sec- noon at Coffin Sports Complex, as shooting wise, with eight three- ond half. Haskell the Haskell Lady Indians would be pointers and shot 44% from the outscored Central playing their final home game of field. The Lady Indians also domi- Christian in the the year on Valentine’s Day. Not nated the boards with 21 rebounds second 34-27. The only was it the loveliest day of the in the first, compared to just 13 from Lady Indians shot year, but Senior Day for Haskell. Central Christian. In her final game 48% from the field Saturday’s matchup would be the at Haskell, Jenine Coriz led Haskell in the second and final game at Coffin for Tiffany in scoring with 11 points in the first, finished the game Sullivan, Jenine Coriz and Tahnee followed by 9 points from Arnetia at 46%. Senior, Stands. Haskell (19-6, 8-3 MCAC) Begay. Central Christian shot 37% came into Saturday, winning six out in the first, led by 11 points from (Continued on of their last seven games and would Ashlyn Garza and 6 points from Page 17) be looking to do more of the same Caitlyn Campa off the bench. February 23, 2015 Haskell Indian Nations University Page 17

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Jenine Coriz led Haskell in scoring the importance of getting the win points from Caitlyn Campa off the with 13 points, followed 11 points for the seniors, “Our goal before bench. Haskell racks up their 20th win of each from both Kelli Warrior and the season was 20 wins and we got the season and moves to 20-6 over- Arnetia Begay. Seniors Tiffany that today. It is amazing to see the Central Christian College falls to all. The Lady Indians stand at 9-3 in Sullivan and Tahnee Stands also progress of these girls (Stands, Sul- 3-9 in the MCAC and 9-19 overall. the MCAC and have already locked contributed in their final games at livan, Coriz) or the last three or four Next week, Central Christian will up a spot in the MCAC Tournament. Haskell, as Sullivan scored 6 points years.” finish the regular season with back- Next week, Haskell will take on the and Tahnee Stands scored 3 points. to-back home games against College College of the Ozarks on the road, For Central Christian, they shot 34% of Saint Mary and Waldorf College. before they finish off the regular Coach Shane Flanagan after the for the game and turn the ball over With Central College’s 3-9 confer- season against Central Baptist Col- game said, “I think everyone con- 24 times. Ashlyn Garza led them ence record, they will not be eligible lege. The week following, Haskell tributed. We shot the ball extremely in scoring with 14 points, followed for the MCAC Tournament the fol- will play in the MCAC Tournament well.” Flanagan also talked about by 7 points from Raven Void and 6 lowing week. at a site that is to be announced.

Basketball and Beyond with OSU Guard Lakota Beatty by Tyler Jones

The OSU Sophomore Looks After a great high school career, On Saturday, the 5”8 sopho- Beyond Basketball for Success, as Beatty did not see the floor as often more traveled to Lawrence Native Fans Support in her first year at Oklahoma State, with her team, looking to steal a year ago. Beatty only played in a conference road victory. Some people have nunchaku skills, 11 games in her 2013-14 campaign, Beatty struggled, but a lot of others have bow hunting skills but did get some time in the Cow- it was the nerves of playing at or even computer hacking skills. girls NCAA Sweet Sixteen matchup historic Allen Fieldhouse, she Lakota Beatty has basketball skills. against Notre Dame. said, “I was very nervous, but The Anadarko, Oklahoma native you just gotta play through it. took her talents to Oklahoma State The 2014-15 appeared to be more I did what I can and got a sub in 2013 and has been looking for her of the same for Beatty, only seeing in for me.” Despite a sub-par opportunity. limited minutes, until everything performance from Beatty, changed. On January 17th, Guard Oklahoma State railed to beat Kan- Before arriving in Stillwater, Beatty Brittany Atkins suffered a season- sas on the road. had an impressive career at Anadar- ending meniscus tear, which opened Where Beatty goes, fans go. There is a lot of support from the Native American community everywhere. Haskell IHS Staff Member Eldwood Ott was in attendance with his fam- ily and spoke about going to the (PHOTO VIA REID WILLIAMS) game, “My son and I enjoy going While her basketball skills, have to sporting events, and we support taken her along way, Beatty says it teams with a Native American on is beyond basketball that drives her. the roster! My son feels a connec- To get to where she is today, Beatty tion to those native athletes because attributes it to her Native American they are accomplishing what he is background and her faith in God. working hard towards. As a parent While her enrollment is with the we have to show our youth that with Catto Tribe, Beatty has connec- hard work, dedication, and staying tions by blood with the Sioux and focused their goals are obtainable. Gros Ventre Tribes. Beatty said Taking my son to watch Native Ath- her mom doesn’t let her forget it letes helps to reinforce that message either, “Before seasons, my mom (PHOTO VIA REID WILLIAMS) always smudges me.” Smudging is For Beatty and company, it does not something used to purify and bless ko High School. She was a two-time a door for Beatty. A few games get any easier in the Big 12 Confer- people. During games, Beatty’s Oklahoma High School State Cham- later, Beatty got her chance to start ence. Beatty spoke about the battles faith is also reflected on one of her pion and received the Oklahoma on the road at Kansas State. Beatty of the Big 12 and said, “You just arms. Her arm reads, “I AM SEC- Gatorade Player of the Year title her embraced the moment and scored 14 gotta fight, can’t quit, anything can OND”. To this day, Beatty is also senior season. Beatty is just one of points in 37 minutes for the Cow- happen. We’re just working hard an active member of Fellowship of two Native Americans to ever earn girls. Beatty has started every game every day.” Christian Athletes as well, now at the award (Angel Goodrich, 2007). since then. Oklahoma State. Page 18 Haskell Indian Nations University February 23, 2015 Bronson Koenig (Ho-Chunk) Finds a Home Away from Home on the Road by Tyler Jones The Wisconsin Guard Has Be- time. “The Big Ten is a tough con- come the Nation's Most Popular ference and were just looking to win Native American in Men's College a Big Ten Regular Season Champi- Hoops onship, then focus on the Big Ten Conference Tournament and NCAA The battle goes on for Bronson Tournament.” Koenig, as the 6”4 Sophomore Guard looks for a road victory at The road to the Final Four does not Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, get easy for Koenig and the Badgers Nebraska. While the atmosphere is though. Koenig said, “We have our a nightmare for road teams with an tougher games down the stretch.” electric crowd in a fairly new arena, Wisconsin is currently in first place Koenig finds it as a home away from in the Big Ten and will look to home. Koenig said, “My mom came stay there with seven games left in to support me tonight and last year league play. The Badgers will battle when I came here, I got to speak to in the Big Ten Tournament next some Winnebagos (Tribe of Ne- month in Chicago, before the NCAA braska) who had come here off the Tournament. reservation.” (PHOTOS VIA REID WILLIAMS) as he’s gotten more playing time. though, as Although Koenig is from La Crosse, Koenig began the season averaging his Badgers Wisconsin and wears the Wiscon- 19.8 minutes per game in a sixth walked away sin red, the support for Koenig is man role, but has since moved into with a 65-55 nationwide. Koenig has become the the starting lineup after the Rutgers win over most notable Native American in game and has scored in double-fig- Nebraska. Men’s College Basketball. Koenig ures in 7/8 games since. said, “I look up in the stands and I While the see all kinds of natives everywhere I On Tuesday, Koenig shined on the Badgers go. It really means a lot to me.” bright stage with 13 points and two are ranked three pointers on the night. After fifth in the Koenig is a proud member of the the win though, Koenig is his own country ac- Ho-Chunk Indian Tribe and says it biggest critic, “I thought I could cording to is all from his mother. “My mom is have done a lot of things better, the AP Poll, 100% Ho-Chunk and my dad is Ger- finishing at the rim and being more Koenig is man, so I’m 50% Ho-Chunk.” Koe- aggressive, stuff like that.” The road taking things nig’s popularity is gaining traction environment did not phase Koenig one step at a Jaime Roe: From Navajo Country to Now (PHOTO VIA REID WILLIAMS) by Tyler Jones Jaime Roe (Cherokee) Has Had While she grew up in a Navajo to go every chance we get.” Quite the Journey to Be Where community, Roe was considered She's At Today a minority where she grew up in Roe spoke about it and Arizona. While Roe is not Navajo, said, “It is awesome to have From Tuba City, Arizona to Law- she is a part of the Cherokee Na- people I know and look up rence, it was quite the journey for tion. Roe says she has not forgotten to me. I’m so thankful to be Jaime Roe to get to Wednesday where she came from though, “I’m an idol for them. For me to night’s game against the Kansas not Navajo, but it’s totally awesome have an opportunity like this, Jayhawks. Roe, currently serves as a to represent them. Coming from I couldn’t be more grateful.” there and being born and raised, I role player for the Texas Tech Lady After the loss, Roe’s Texas Tech wouldn’t be the person I am today if For the season, Roe has averaged Raiders and has not forgotten what it weren’t for them.” 4.1 points and 3.5 rebounds on the team fell to 13-9 and 3-7 in the got her to this point. year for Texas Tech and on Wednes- Big 12, but they’re not done yet. On Wednesday, there was a crowd day, she outplayed her season Roe said, “It doesn’t get any easier The Junior Forward graduated high of 1,937 in attendance and a por- numbers. Roe accounted for 6 points playing in the Big 12. It is going school in 2012 and was Arizona tion of them were Native Ameri- and 6 rebounds in a loss to Kansas, to be a battle for sure.” Roe will Small High School Player of the cans, in support of Roe, including a 71-67. Roe spoke about her perfor- travel on the road four more times Year. After two years of junior col- group from Haskell Indian Nations mance and said, “I’m just happy this year (TCU, Kansas State, lege at Central College in Arizona, University in Lawrence. Haskell to get the opportunity to do so, Iowa State and Baylor), as well Roe found herself making Lub- Recreational Staff Member Leandra having my coach trust me and my as four more home contests (Iowa bock, Texas her new home, playing Galindo said, “We set up the group teammates trust me to come off the State, Baylor, Texas and Oklahoma for Texas Tech under Head Coach to the game to see Jaime. We love to bench and make the plays that I do. I State), before the Big 12 Tourna- Candi Whitaker. see Native American athletes and try can’t be anymore thankful.” ment next month in Dallas. February 23, 2015 Haskell Indian Nations University Page 19

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I enjoyed the presentation I just Sullivan expressed the acceptance want to thank God for blessing me she has felt from the Haskell fam- with the opportunity to be able to ily, “I know I will always have the here at Haskell and to be able to support of my team and the Haskell represent our fellow Native Ameri- community. The connection we all cans throughout the country has share has been a great part of our been an honor.” success. I’m very thankful to be a Haskell Indian Nations University part of a team like this. Whatever itself has also left a major impact in the future holds for all of us we will always share together this season.” the life of this senior group. Coriz explained, “Haskell has made a For July Haskell was all about very positive impact in my life. Be- relationships, “I have made so many ing a student athlete is a lot of hard friends here that I would consider work but it is very rewarding. The family. I just love all the support I Haskell community has given me get from Haskell.” 3 point leader Tahnee Stands embraces her coach. a sense of belonging. Haskell has ways. When I first stepped foot on Ultimately Lovato would like to impacted my life in various ways, Lovato has grown very much since campus I was a really shy person give back to the future leaders of mainly getting me ready for the fast coming to Haskell; he’s truly come and didn’t know anyone besides my Native America, “The next stop in paced world in which I am about to out of his shell. “Haskell has im- sister. Throughout the years I’ve my journey is to keep working on join after graduation. pacted my life in many different been able to become more outgoing my education and graduate with my and thanks to Haskell I have many Bachelor in Environmental Sci- different friends across the country ence and move back home to New and have gone places that I never Mexico and help out my tribe. I imagined I would go.” also would like to become a coach Dreaming big and reaching for the so I can help mentor young Native stars is a major priority for this American kids so they too can be group of young leaders as well. All able to achieve the dreams they have are ready to begin the next chapter in their lives. Coriz detailed her next in life. step, “Once I graduate, I plan on fur- thering my education. I don’t know The Indian Leader Newspaper exactly where yet.” would like to congratulate all of the senior athletes who were hon- Sullivan plans to enter the corporate ored recently you are an inspira- business world after graduation, “I’ll tion to us all. be headed to Benton- ville Arkansas to start my life in the cor- Haskell's all time leading scorer Stand Lovato for the Men's team, shares a hug with head porate environment. coach Chad Kills Crow. I’m taking a position in the front offices of Walmart to gain business experience. Graduation is in May and its coming fast. That will be the next big step. Thank you Haskell, ONWARD. July will continue to overcome ob- stacles to achieve his dreams, “My goal has always been to take basketball as far I can. Hopefully I can make it over- seas and continue to do what I love.” Randy July takes a mo- Point Guard and leading scorer for the Lady Indians, Jenine Croiz shares a smile with ment to reflect on his her family. journey. Page 20 Haskell Indian Nations University February 23, 2015

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