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The Land of Disenchantment
New Mexico's motto, "The Land
of Enchantment," suits the state well. With breathtaking colorful deserts,
mesas, and mountains as well as stunning sunsets and a deep multicultural
heritage, New Mexico has a unique aura that draws thousands of visitors
annually. Read More...
Dance Your Own Dance
On March 17, 2009, I had just returned to my dorm room from my 12:30 class. I
decided to get online and do a search using Google.com. I typed in “Native American
dances” and clicked on the ‘image button link’ to look at some images of Native
American dances and groups. Read More...
Remembering a Dear Friend
Roseline Wilson Ebaugh, Diné
November 27, 1959 - May 4, 2009
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A Life Lived
Shepard John Nedeau, Chippewa Cree
January 24, 1941 - March 20, 2009.
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Native American Journalists Association Celebrates 25 Years
The Native American Journalists Association (NAJA)
will celebrate its 25th anniversary during its national convention in Albuquerque,
N.M., from July 30 to August 2, 2009. NAJA has strong roots and has been
one of the leading media organizations for journalists of color. READ MORE...
Pueblo News Pioneer Remembered
The Pueblo News first rolled off the presses on February 22, 1974. Published by the All Indian Pueblo Council in Albuquerque, N.M., it was initially a bi-weekly. The paper focused on national, state, and local news affecting New Mexico Native communities, and it was well received by the Native population. Read More...
Editor
to Twitter Poet
Journalists consider him an icon. Others remember him as the man who stumped President George W. Bush with the sovereignty question. Mark Trahant, former editorial page editor for the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, will be the Native American Journalists Association’s (NAJA’s) keynote speaker for their 25th anniversary conference this summer. Read More...
A New Kind of Homelessness: Native American students in Albuquerque Public
Schools
To many of us, homelessness is a middle-aged adult male, down on his luck,
trying to find a place in life. But in Albuquerque, N.M., there is a new kind
of homelessness emerging. Read More...
New Mexico Tribes Take on ABCs of Finance
Assets, collateral, market value and principle. As recently as 10 years
ago these financial terms did not mean a whole lot to tribal members in
New Mexico. Today, these financial terms are sweeping across tribal lands
throughout the Land of Enchantment. Read More...
Native
American Job Opportunities with Tribal and State Agencies
The
economy is on almost everyone’s mind these days. Many people are
cutting back on non-essential items, not spending as much, and just hoping
their jobs are secure enough to ride out the recession. Read
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Diné, Puerto Rican Ballet Dancer Leaps His Way to
the Top
Somewhere in New York City, Jock Soto is on his toes doing a pirouette.
He awes those he dances for with his shape, but it’s his exotic look that
makes him breathtaking.
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Def Rare
A new generation of Native American hip-hop artists are focusing their talents
and energy to promote healing, spirituality and an eco-friendly lifestyle
among Native youth. One such group Definition Rare, based in Gallup, N.M.,
has taken their message across the country by participating in events that
promote environmental justice. Read More...
Field to Feast Table: Pueblos Plant Traditional Gardens for Better Health
Most Native Americans enjoy food and feasting. Family and community gatherings
center around the table, and it gives folks a chance to visit and appreciate
the abundance of the seasons. Read More...
Golf Pro Helps Native Soccer Club
Funded mostly by the Notah Begay III
Foundation, the San Felipe Soccer Club started in the fall of 2005. Notah
Begay Sr., who is Diné and the managing director of Native American youth sports
for the foundation, says, “It grew too fast! Read
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Dawn of Nations Today Volumn 4; Issue 1; May 2009, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, N.M.
Dawn of Nations Today is a special edition published by the Native
American Studies Department, University College, University of New Mexico
Mesa Vista Hall 3080, MSC 06 3740, 1 University of New Mexico, Albuquerque,
N.M. 87131-0001
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