Today, catch up on some of the stories we’re following from Indian Country. This week, learn what many Native Americans think about the new name of Washington’s football team, read how one of Indian Country’s leading female rocket scientists will be honored soon, and more in this week’s News You Can Use from all over Indian Country.
For many Native Americans, the Washington Commanders’ new name offers some closure
Two women central to efforts to get the NFL team to drop its offensive name say the name change marks an end to a dark chapter that celebrated a harmful stereotype. And yet, their fight isn’t over.
Utah’s Weather Authority | Dry and hazy – Feb 8
Utah’s Weather Authority | Dry and hazy – Feb 8
Connecting with the land is connecting with culture
One of the ways we nurture thriving youth in our communities is through the implementation of outdoor activity programs.
Some colleges working to increase Native enrollment
As the world becomes more technologically complex, a college education is becoming a requirement for an ever-increasing percentage of the U.S. employment market.
Mary Golda Ross, Native American Rocket Scientist, Honored with Statue at First Americans Museum
Visitors to the recently opened First Americans Museum in Oklahoma City will soon be greeted by a bronze statue of one of Indian Country’s leading female rocket scientists: Mary Golda Ross of the Cherokee Nation. Born in 1908, Golda Ross contributed to contemporary studies of orbiting satellites, c…
NM House Approves Bill Keeping Native Foster Children With Tribes
The New Mexico House has passed the Indian Family Protection Act. The bill is designed to keep Native American children in the state foster system with
