Tribal elders enjoy an afternoon of games, prizes and food on the Fort Berthold Reservation
On Friday, Sept. 25, 2009, Sami from the University of Tromso in Norway will participate in a roundtable discussion with University of Montana professors regarding indigensou perspectives. The full-day event promises several sessions filled with a great exchange of ideas. More so, the panels will reveal intersecting global interests among indigenous peoples. The roundtable begins at 9 a.m. (see note below) in the UC Theatre with UM professor Kate Shanley kicking off the discussion with a welcome and opening comments. Check out the flyer for all the details.
Also note, the day will begin with a sunrise ceremony in honor of Native Heritage Day. Go to the base of the “M” trail on campus at 7 a.m., a kickoff to American Indian Heritage Day at the University of Montana.
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