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The American Indian/Alaskan Native Student
Association began in 2003 as an effort between
the Office of Diversity Programs & Services
(ODPS) and a handful of students to create a
support program for Native students at George
Mason University. Over the years, AIANSA has
grown to include Native and non-Native faculty,
staff and community members.
In 1990, President George H.W. Bush
approved a joint resolution designating
November 1990 as “National American
Indian Heritage Month.” Similar
proclamations have been issued each
year since 1994.
National American Indian and Alaskan
Native Heritage Month is celebrated to
recognize the intertribal cultures and to
educate the public about the heritage,
history, art and traditions of the
American Indian and Alaskan Native
people.
AIANSA
HOW WESTARTED
American Indian/Alaskan Native Heritage Month
ODPS serves students, cultural organizations,
and the Mason community by promoting an
environment that fosters and values human
understanding and diversity. The goal of ODPS
is to provide a campus environment where
diversity is valued, appreciated, and celebrated.
In addition, the office is devoted to increasing
the awareness and knowledge of issues
important to community harmony. For more
information, visit the ODPS website at
http://odps.gmu.edu.
ODPS
Pre-Powwow Dance Workshop
6:30 – 8:30 p.m., JC Gold Room
Get ready for the Powwow! Learn how to dance.
Members of the American Indian/Alaskan Native
Student Association will offer an introduction
to traditional native dance, music, and regalia
making. Everyone is welcome, but come
prepared to move, learn and have a good time.
Sponsored by American Indian/Alaskan Native
Student Association and the Office of Diversity
Programs & Services
TUESNOV. 2
Identity: Student Panel Discussion
7:30 – 9:00 p.m. JC Gold Room
This year AIANSA’s student panel discussion
is inspired by the multiethnic identities of our
own members. Many of our members identify
with multiple racial and ethnic groups including
Native American, White, African-American and/
or Black, Hispanic, and Caribbean communities.
We believe this is a reflection of our increasingly
multiethnic society. In fact, today the multiracial
population is the fastest growing demographic
group in the US! We will discuss what it’s like
to be multiethnic, including the perks and
challenges of balancing multiple identities.
Sponsored by the American Indian/Alaskan Native
Student Association and the Office of Diversity
Programs & Services.
THURSNOV. 4
Native American Heritage Lunch
11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Southside
Several delicious traditional Native dishes will
be available.
Mason Money, Meal Plan, or Cash.
Sponsored by George Mason Dining Services
The Historic Trauma of Native American
Boarding Schools
7:00 -8:30pm, JC Dewberry Hall
T Carter, President of Native American Alumni
Group, will expose the historic trauma caused
by early Native American boarding schools,
focusing on Carlyle Indian School, Carlyle, PA.
She will also discuss how the boarding school
experience has had a lasting impact on Native
American children and their parents today.
Sponsored by Mason Child Development Center
FRINOV. 5
MONNOV. 8
8th Annual Veteran’s Powwow
1 – 9:30p.m., Johnson Center, Dewberry Hall
The powwow is a central social event in
indigenous culture, combining dance and
music: Host Drum, White Oak Singers (Northern)
and Red Blanket Singers (Southern). Master of
Ceremonies: Lawrence Baker. Arena Director:
Manuel Rodriguez. Head Dancers: Dora
Birdshead and Nicholas Birdshead. Head Junior
Dancers: Alexander Fire Walker and Alexis
Hill. Open to ALL. Admission is FREE. A large
selection of traditional art and crafts will be
available for purchase.
For more information, call ODPS, 703-993-2700.
Sponsored by American Indian/Alaskan Native
Student Association, the Office of Diversity
Programs & Services, the Native American Alumni
Group and University Life.
WEDNOV. 10
Provost and VP Tea (invitation only)
1p.m. – 2 p.m., Mason Hall D1
Provost Peter Stearns will facilitate this
discussion with American Indian/Alaskan Native
students.
Sponsored by the Provost’s Office, University Life,
and Office of Diversity Programs & Services.
MONNOV. 15
Choker Making Workshop
4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
South Chesapeake Module
Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop!
Historian and textile artist, T Carter will
demonstrate the basic techniques used in
making traditional Native American bone
chokers. Each participant will have the
opportunity to design and create a choker.
RSVP by November 1, 2010 if you plan to attend.
703-624-6201.
Sponsored by the Native American Alumni
Group, American Indian/Alaskan Native Student
Association and the Office of Diversity Programs &
Services
TUESNOV. 16
Trail of Tears Intertribal Dance Troupe’s
Annual Toy Drive
1 – 2:30 p.m., SUB II Ballroom back section
This performance supports the collection of
new toys for Lakota children from birth to age
14 living on the Cheyenne River Reservation in
South Dakota – one of the poorest areas in the
world. Please come, enjoy the Native American
dancing, and bring a toy, backpack, or school
supplies. This Christmas, you can put a smile on
the faces of these children who have so very
little.
Sponsored by the American Indian/Alaskan Native
Student Association and the Office of Diversity
Programs & Services.
THURSNOV. 18
American Indian/Alaskan Native Student
Association Meeting and Potluck Dinner
6:00pm, South Chesapeake Module
Join the members of the Association for the
last event for Native Heritage Month. We will
recap on this year’s calendar of events, discuss
plans for the upcoming spring semester, and
share in a wonderful potluck meal. Students are
encouraged to bring a traditional Native dish.
Sponsored by the American Indian/Alaskan Native
Student Association and the Office of Diversity
Programs & Services.
TUESNOV. 23
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