NAJA Alerts - Scholarships, Announcements, Potpourri - March 27th, 2007
Arizona Press Club Scholarships - Deadline, March 30th
Applications for scholarships from the Arizona Press Club due by March 30. The club will award scholarships up to $1,000 each to student reporters, photographers and designers interested in the journalism profession. A total $5,000 will be awarded this year.
Applicants can be Arizona high school students entering college by fall 2007, or students currently enrolled in an Arizona two-year college or four-year university. Recipients are chosen primarily based on the quality of their work, but financial need and other factors are considered.
In addition to writing and photography, the Arizona Press Club created a scholarship for design in 2005. Design work could include one or a combination of the following items: graphics, illustrations, editorial cartoons or the layout design of a newspaper/magazine/media Web site cover, page or package.
Winners will be announced in mid-April. Each winner and a guest will be invited to the Arizona Press Club's annual award ceremony, scheduled this year for May 12 in Phoenix
Students interested in applying for a writing scholarship should send:
--A one-page application letter.
--A one-page letter of recommendation from a professor, advisor or editor.
--Five published stories written by the reporter and published in a newspaper, magazine or media Web site.
Students interested in applying for a photography scholarship should send
--A one-page application letter.
--A letter of recommendation from a professor, advisor or editor.
--Five photos taken by the student, at least three of which have been published in a newspaper, magazine or media Web site.
Students interested in applying for a design scholarship should send
--A one-page application letter.
--A letter of recommendation from a professor, advisor or editor.
--Tearsheets of five examples of design work done by the student and published in a newspaper, magazine or media Web site. Web design work must come from a media Web site and can either be sent as a printout or a working Web page link.
Applications must be received by March 30. Mail to:
Wendy Miller
Arizona Press Club
PO Box 16427
Phoenix AZ 85011-6427
For questions, contact Wendy Miller at: (480) 990-9007 or
scholarships@azpressclub.org
The Arizona Press Club is a nonprofit organization made up of professional reporters, editors, photographers and designers from publications across Arizona. The groups' goal is to promote excellence in the field through an annual contest, training seminars and networking events.
Native Student Writers Of Nevada Esssay Contest
The Young Native Writers of Nevada Essay Contest is a writing contest for Native American high school students and is designed to inspire honest portrayals of the richness of Native American life and history.
As an enduring legacy to every Native American who has ever lived, we hope to inspire a sense of honor and dignity to all participants.
The Holland & Knight Charitable Foundation's goal of promoting education and creating new opportunities for youth has inspired this essay contest.
For entry form and rules for the Native Writers Essay Contest click on the following link: http://indian.hklaw.com/2007/index.asp
Sierra Nevada College Offers 6 NA Scholarships - Deadline April, 13th
Incline Village, NV , Sierra Nevada College has established six full-tuition scholarships to be awarded to qualified Native American high school students, beginning in the fall 2007 semester. Applicants must be members of Nevada tribes and graduates of Nevada High
Sierra Nevada College is proud to partner with the State of Nevada Indian Commission in paving the way for Native American high school graduates to attend our college and complete a four-year degree, said SNC Interim President Larry D. Large
SNC International Studies Professor Bill Redel commented, “This is a wonderful opportunity not given before to Nevada Indians. The objective of these scholarships is to create a mix of Americans in our student body. I am certain there will be qualified youth who will be able to take advantage of this opportunity.”
Applicants must comply with terms of the normal SNC application process, according to Julie McMillin, dean of admission and financial aid. Applications will be reviewed by the Nevada Indian Commission Education Advisory Committee and all viable candidates will be forwarded to the Sierra Nevada College Admissions Office for final selection. The deadline for applications is April 13, 2007. Scholarship recipients will be notified no later than April 27, 2007.
"SNC is extremely honored to have the opportunity to offer the Native American Scholars Awards,” said McMillin. “We are looking forward to working with the State of Nevada Indian Commission and especially to working with the applicants they bring forward. We are excited at the prospect of welcoming them to our campus this fall.”
Sherry Rupert, executive director of the Nevada Indian Commission has been working for a year and a half with Dr. Redel to develop the Native American Scholars Awards. “It feels great to finally announce this generous opportunity for our kids,” said Rupert. “A lot of Native youth have been discouraged from going on to higher education because of the cost. It’s an opportunity of a lifetime!”
"It is our hope that the Native American Scholars Awards will facilitate the intellectual growth and development of students who will go on to make positive changes in the community we all share,” Large said.
Questions about the application process and terms of the scholarship program should be directed to the Sierra Nevada College Admission Office at 775-831-1314, ext 7411 or admissions@sierranevada.edu.
Media Contact
Marnie McArthur
Communications Consultant
Sierra Nevada College
775-831-6996
Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park Backcountry Patrol
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
ANNUAL TRAINING SESSION - June 9, 10(Sat/Sun) -
Call 775-831-0494 X224
or email bchampion@parks.nv.gov
to sign up and receive training schedule
The Backcountry Patrol is a volunteer driven program of citizens who wish to contribute to the community by assisting and educating park visitors in the following ways:
-emergency assistance to injured / missing persons
-mechanical assistance (bike repairs)
-trail maintenance work
-trail etiquette instruction-resource/trails/patrol information
-special event assistance
We welcome hikers and equestrians, but our current patrol membership is largely made up of mountain bikers. Prospective mountain biking volunteers must complete a skills orientation and fitness ride at our annual training session. Successful applicants and non-bikers will then be given training co-sponsored by Lake Tahoe NV State Park and our concessionaire, Flume Trail Bikes. Training includes:
-basic EMS training for those that need it (basic first aid/CPR)
-basic bike repair training
-full park and concession orientation by Park Rangers that will include park history, layout, public relations, communications(radios), park policies and regulations.
What you provide:
-bike, helmet, pack, food and water
-the desire to assist others
-good interpersonal skills
-intermediate mtn biking skills
-2 patrols a month for the season(May thru Sept/Oct)
What we(Parks) provide:
-free park entrance all season
-patrol equipment including radios, EMS and tool kits, bike placards
-patrol uniforms(free T’s and hats - jerseys and other items at cost)
-training, supervision and patrol equipment station(at Flume Trail Bikes Lodge)
-all patrol log forms and paperwork
-SIIS accident coverage for all patrol time-an opportunity to give back to the community and to help keep trails safe and open
The Indian Wars Never Ended
MODERN DAY MESSAGE FOR MODERN DAY TIMES
Submitted by Alyssa Macy
Confederated Tribes Of Warm Springs, Oregon
BOULDER, CO- On Monday, March 26th, 2007, attorneys and staff of the Native American Rights Fund premiered its first ever Public Service Announcement at the opening ceremonies of the National Indian Gaming Association's annual convention and trade show in Phoenix, Arizona.
The 60 second PSA, entitled, "The Indian Wars Never Ended," is part of a greater campaign to generate a renewed awareness to one of Indian Country's most established and respected non-profit advocacy organizations.
For 36 years, NARF has played a significant role in the progress of Native peoples by providing legal advice and assistance to tribal governments in need. Today, some of those tribes are enjoying an economic renewal with the advent of gaming in the United States. It's why NARF celebrated its renewed mission of "standing firm for justice" at the NIGA event before a live audience of hundreds of anticipated convention attendees.
Featured in the PSA production were NARF Executive Director John Echohawk and members of his legal team, as well as the award-winning hip-hop duo, Culture Shock Camp comprised of DJ, Shock B and lyricist and PS composer/producer, Quese IMC. The cross-generational project represented the symbolic message of NARF as it establishes a modern-day message for modern-day times.
To see the NARF PSA Campaign, visit: http://www.moderndaywarrior.org
NATIVE AMERICAN RIGHTS FUND
1506 BROADWAY,
BOULDER CO 80302
www.narf.org
'A Blackfeet Encounter' Coming To TV On April 6th
Native American Public Telecommunications will present “A Blackfeet Encounter” in April which uncovers the rich history and culture of the Blackfeet people of Montana, traces the consequences of the Lewis and Clark expedition’s arrival and investigates the struggles and triumphs of the Blackfeet today.
This program will be fed for record to stations on April 6th at 10 PM ET. Interestd viewers can contact their stations or check listings for air dates and times.
'Seasoned With Spirit'
VisionMaker Video is proud to present Seasoned With Spirit.
Loretta Barrett Oden, renowned Native American Chef and proud woman of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation hosts the new cooking, travel and Native American culture series.
These five half-hour shows comprise a culinary celebration of America's bounty, combining Native American history and culture with delicious, healthy recipes inspired by indigenous foods. Tantalize your taste buds and learn about the traditional foods of tribes from the Gulf Coast, the Desert Southwest, the Great Lakes, the High Plains, and the Pacific Northwest.
Seasoned With Spirit is available on DVD at www.visionmaker.org, and it is also airing around the country on PBS stations.
TO SUBMIT an ARTICLE or OPINION PIECE to the Native Unity Digest, e-mail bobbieo@digitaldune.net.
NATIVE UNITY - A place for Native American Peoples to solidify their tribes to make a positive impact on the cultural, social, economic and political fabric of American society and a place for non-Natives to better understand the ways of the American Indian.
AIROS NATIVE NETWORK plays music, news and other great programs from Indian Country - www.airos.org
FOR NATIVE CELEBRITY NEWS - go to www.nativecelebs.com
Visit Vietnam Vet. LARRY MITCHELL at http://www.potawatomivet.com and click on his blog at the site.
NATIVE BIZ LEARNING CENTER - www.learn.nativebiz.com was developed for tribal education specialists serving tribal communities. Any tribal community can register at NO COST.
NAJA ALERTS, POTPOURRI - Every Tuesday when available.
Applications for scholarships from the Arizona Press Club due by March 30. The club will award scholarships up to $1,000 each to student reporters, photographers and designers interested in the journalism profession. A total $5,000 will be awarded this year.
Applicants can be Arizona high school students entering college by fall 2007, or students currently enrolled in an Arizona two-year college or four-year university. Recipients are chosen primarily based on the quality of their work, but financial need and other factors are considered.
In addition to writing and photography, the Arizona Press Club created a scholarship for design in 2005. Design work could include one or a combination of the following items: graphics, illustrations, editorial cartoons or the layout design of a newspaper/magazine/media Web site cover, page or package.
Winners will be announced in mid-April. Each winner and a guest will be invited to the Arizona Press Club's annual award ceremony, scheduled this year for May 12 in Phoenix
Students interested in applying for a writing scholarship should send:
--A one-page application letter.
--A one-page letter of recommendation from a professor, advisor or editor.
--Five published stories written by the reporter and published in a newspaper, magazine or media Web site.
Students interested in applying for a photography scholarship should send
--A one-page application letter.
--A letter of recommendation from a professor, advisor or editor.
--Five photos taken by the student, at least three of which have been published in a newspaper, magazine or media Web site.
Students interested in applying for a design scholarship should send
--A one-page application letter.
--A letter of recommendation from a professor, advisor or editor.
--Tearsheets of five examples of design work done by the student and published in a newspaper, magazine or media Web site. Web design work must come from a media Web site and can either be sent as a printout or a working Web page link.
Applications must be received by March 30. Mail to:
Wendy Miller
Arizona Press Club
PO Box 16427
Phoenix AZ 85011-6427
For questions, contact Wendy Miller at: (480) 990-9007 or
scholarships@azpressclub.org
The Arizona Press Club is a nonprofit organization made up of professional reporters, editors, photographers and designers from publications across Arizona. The groups' goal is to promote excellence in the field through an annual contest, training seminars and networking events.
Native Student Writers Of Nevada Esssay Contest
The Young Native Writers of Nevada Essay Contest is a writing contest for Native American high school students and is designed to inspire honest portrayals of the richness of Native American life and history.
As an enduring legacy to every Native American who has ever lived, we hope to inspire a sense of honor and dignity to all participants.
The Holland & Knight Charitable Foundation's goal of promoting education and creating new opportunities for youth has inspired this essay contest.
For entry form and rules for the Native Writers Essay Contest click on the following link: http://indian.hklaw.com/2007/index.asp
Sierra Nevada College Offers 6 NA Scholarships - Deadline April, 13th
Incline Village, NV , Sierra Nevada College has established six full-tuition scholarships to be awarded to qualified Native American high school students, beginning in the fall 2007 semester. Applicants must be members of Nevada tribes and graduates of Nevada High
Sierra Nevada College is proud to partner with the State of Nevada Indian Commission in paving the way for Native American high school graduates to attend our college and complete a four-year degree, said SNC Interim President Larry D. Large
SNC International Studies Professor Bill Redel commented, “This is a wonderful opportunity not given before to Nevada Indians. The objective of these scholarships is to create a mix of Americans in our student body. I am certain there will be qualified youth who will be able to take advantage of this opportunity.”
Applicants must comply with terms of the normal SNC application process, according to Julie McMillin, dean of admission and financial aid. Applications will be reviewed by the Nevada Indian Commission Education Advisory Committee and all viable candidates will be forwarded to the Sierra Nevada College Admissions Office for final selection. The deadline for applications is April 13, 2007. Scholarship recipients will be notified no later than April 27, 2007.
"SNC is extremely honored to have the opportunity to offer the Native American Scholars Awards,” said McMillin. “We are looking forward to working with the State of Nevada Indian Commission and especially to working with the applicants they bring forward. We are excited at the prospect of welcoming them to our campus this fall.”
Sherry Rupert, executive director of the Nevada Indian Commission has been working for a year and a half with Dr. Redel to develop the Native American Scholars Awards. “It feels great to finally announce this generous opportunity for our kids,” said Rupert. “A lot of Native youth have been discouraged from going on to higher education because of the cost. It’s an opportunity of a lifetime!”
"It is our hope that the Native American Scholars Awards will facilitate the intellectual growth and development of students who will go on to make positive changes in the community we all share,” Large said.
Questions about the application process and terms of the scholarship program should be directed to the Sierra Nevada College Admission Office at 775-831-1314, ext 7411 or admissions@sierranevada.edu.
Media Contact
Marnie McArthur
Communications Consultant
Sierra Nevada College
775-831-6996
Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park Backcountry Patrol
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
ANNUAL TRAINING SESSION - June 9, 10(Sat/Sun) -
Call 775-831-0494 X224
or email bchampion@parks.nv.gov
to sign up and receive training schedule
The Backcountry Patrol is a volunteer driven program of citizens who wish to contribute to the community by assisting and educating park visitors in the following ways:
-emergency assistance to injured / missing persons
-mechanical assistance (bike repairs)
-trail maintenance work
-trail etiquette instruction-resource/trails/patrol information
-special event assistance
We welcome hikers and equestrians, but our current patrol membership is largely made up of mountain bikers. Prospective mountain biking volunteers must complete a skills orientation and fitness ride at our annual training session. Successful applicants and non-bikers will then be given training co-sponsored by Lake Tahoe NV State Park and our concessionaire, Flume Trail Bikes. Training includes:
-basic EMS training for those that need it (basic first aid/CPR)
-basic bike repair training
-full park and concession orientation by Park Rangers that will include park history, layout, public relations, communications(radios), park policies and regulations.
What you provide:
-bike, helmet, pack, food and water
-the desire to assist others
-good interpersonal skills
-intermediate mtn biking skills
-2 patrols a month for the season(May thru Sept/Oct)
What we(Parks) provide:
-free park entrance all season
-patrol equipment including radios, EMS and tool kits, bike placards
-patrol uniforms(free T’s and hats - jerseys and other items at cost)
-training, supervision and patrol equipment station(at Flume Trail Bikes Lodge)
-all patrol log forms and paperwork
-SIIS accident coverage for all patrol time-an opportunity to give back to the community and to help keep trails safe and open
The Indian Wars Never Ended
MODERN DAY MESSAGE FOR MODERN DAY TIMES
Submitted by Alyssa Macy
Confederated Tribes Of Warm Springs, Oregon
BOULDER, CO- On Monday, March 26th, 2007, attorneys and staff of the Native American Rights Fund premiered its first ever Public Service Announcement at the opening ceremonies of the National Indian Gaming Association's annual convention and trade show in Phoenix, Arizona.
The 60 second PSA, entitled, "The Indian Wars Never Ended," is part of a greater campaign to generate a renewed awareness to one of Indian Country's most established and respected non-profit advocacy organizations.
For 36 years, NARF has played a significant role in the progress of Native peoples by providing legal advice and assistance to tribal governments in need. Today, some of those tribes are enjoying an economic renewal with the advent of gaming in the United States. It's why NARF celebrated its renewed mission of "standing firm for justice" at the NIGA event before a live audience of hundreds of anticipated convention attendees.
Featured in the PSA production were NARF Executive Director John Echohawk and members of his legal team, as well as the award-winning hip-hop duo, Culture Shock Camp comprised of DJ, Shock B and lyricist and PS composer/producer, Quese IMC. The cross-generational project represented the symbolic message of NARF as it establishes a modern-day message for modern-day times.
To see the NARF PSA Campaign, visit: http://www.moderndaywarrior.org
NATIVE AMERICAN RIGHTS FUND
1506 BROADWAY,
BOULDER CO 80302
www.narf.org
'A Blackfeet Encounter' Coming To TV On April 6th
Native American Public Telecommunications will present “A Blackfeet Encounter” in April which uncovers the rich history and culture of the Blackfeet people of Montana, traces the consequences of the Lewis and Clark expedition’s arrival and investigates the struggles and triumphs of the Blackfeet today.
This program will be fed for record to stations on April 6th at 10 PM ET. Interestd viewers can contact their stations or check listings for air dates and times.
'Seasoned With Spirit'
VisionMaker Video is proud to present Seasoned With Spirit.
Loretta Barrett Oden, renowned Native American Chef and proud woman of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation hosts the new cooking, travel and Native American culture series.
These five half-hour shows comprise a culinary celebration of America's bounty, combining Native American history and culture with delicious, healthy recipes inspired by indigenous foods. Tantalize your taste buds and learn about the traditional foods of tribes from the Gulf Coast, the Desert Southwest, the Great Lakes, the High Plains, and the Pacific Northwest.
Seasoned With Spirit is available on DVD at www.visionmaker.org, and it is also airing around the country on PBS stations.
TO SUBMIT an ARTICLE or OPINION PIECE to the Native Unity Digest, e-mail bobbieo@digitaldune.net.
NATIVE UNITY - A place for Native American Peoples to solidify their tribes to make a positive impact on the cultural, social, economic and political fabric of American society and a place for non-Natives to better understand the ways of the American Indian.
AIROS NATIVE NETWORK plays music, news and other great programs from Indian Country - www.airos.org
FOR NATIVE CELEBRITY NEWS - go to www.nativecelebs.com
Visit Vietnam Vet. LARRY MITCHELL at http://www.potawatomivet.com and click on his blog at the site.
NATIVE BIZ LEARNING CENTER - www.learn.nativebiz.com was developed for tribal education specialists serving tribal communities. Any tribal community can register at NO COST.
NAJA ALERTS, POTPOURRI - Every Tuesday when available.
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