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How the Plymouth Pilgrims took over Thanksgiving – and who history left behind
How the Plymouth Pilgrims took over Thanksgiving – and who history left behind The traditional narrative of the First Thanksgiving, which depicts Pilgrims and Native Americans sharing a meal together, erases the rich religious history and harvest festivals of Indigenous communities in North America. The Wampanoag tribe, who shared food with the Pilgrims in 1621, […]
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Tribal colleges and universities aren’t well known, but are a crucial steppingstone for Native students
Tribal colleges and universities aren’t well known, but are a crucial steppingstone for Native students Tribal colleges and universities (TCUs) are public institutions founded and run by Native American tribes, serving Native American students and communities. There are approximately 35 recognized TCUs across 13 states, enrolling around 30,000 students annually. TCUs offer affordable education, with […]
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As federal environmental priorities shift, sovereign Native American nations have their own plans
As federal environmental priorities shift, sovereign Native American nations have their own plans Billy Frank Jr., left, a Nisqually tribal elder, was arrested dozens of times while trying to assert his native fishing rights during the 'Fish Wars' of the 1960s and 1970s. In this 2014 photo, he stands with Ed Johnstone of the Quinault […]
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