This wild potato may change the agricultural story in the American Southwest
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Academia has long dismissed the notion that Indigenous people of the American Southwest domesticated native plants.
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A Native punk mixtape
In his new book, the U’s Thomas Swensen stage-dives into the two biggest cultural influences of his life.
Read MoreIndigenous cradles: The powerful invention that changed lives
Alexandra Greenwald, U anthropologist and NHMU’s curator of ethnology, explores the innovations that helped Indigenous women balance motherhood with their vital role providing for their communities.
Read MoreHumans of the U: Lee Begay
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“Growing up on the reservation, I never saw Native doctors at my appointments…That’s motivated me to become a pediatric physician assistant because I want to inspire our youth.”
Read More6 powerful reads for Native American Heritage Month
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Enjoy this curated book list developed by Tashina Barber, the program manager at the Center for Native Excellence and Tribal Engagement and librarian Allyson Mower.
Read MoreReconnecting to Indigenous roots through art
Meet Sarena Boyd, one of 50 artists selling their work at the Indigenous Art Market & Festival on Oct. 11 tp 12 at the Natural History Museum of Utah.
Read MoreCelebrating culture, community and resilience during Native American Heritage Month
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The national awareness month honors the rich histories, culture and heritage of these tribes who deeply enrich the quality and character of America.
Read MoreGenetics reveal ancient trade routes of Four Corners potato
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Genetic analysis shows that ancient Indigenous people transported, cultivated and may have domesticated the native tuber outside of its natural distribution, reflecting the enduring ecological legacy of Indigenous people in the Southwest.
Read MoreIndigenous hope for the climate
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The Office of Sustainability partnered with the Indigenous Women’s Collective to discuss Indigenous epistemologies and beliefs, offering hope to all participants amidst the ongoing climate crisis.
Read MoreBuilding community through sharing Native cultural heritage
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The powwow pays homage to native traditions.
Read MoreRemoteness didn’t protect Amazonian Tsimané from COVID-19
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Direct medical intervention is necessary to reduce infection in the small-scale, remote Indigenous communities of the Tsimané in the Bolivian Amazon during global pandemics.
Read MoreElevating Indigenous Youth: Annual Pow Wow returns to the U
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This year’s theme, “Elevating Indigenous Youth,” is designed to speak to the impact of colonialism on Native communities, especially the residential boarding school era.
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