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Taxing Native Claims: Challenges for Economic Development
in Indian Country
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Social Sciences Plaza A, Room 2112
FAFSA & Scholarship Workshops
February
For: high school seniors and college students
Location: Sherman Indian High School & Upon Request
Description: This workshop will go over the specific information
in the FAFSA as well as other forms of financial aid. One-on-one
assistance will be available for students working on their FAFSA
or seeking other types of financial aid for school.
College Information Day
January 17, 2009
10:00-11:30am
For: Everyone
Location: TBA
Description: This event is geared towards high school students
that want to explore their college options; community college
students that are interested in
transferring to a 4-year university; elementary and middle school
students; parents who have questions about financial aid and
their child’s collegiate education; and members of the
community who want to see what we are doing for American Indian
peoples here at UCI.
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UC Application Workshops
Nov 4, 2008, 11:45-2:45
For: high school seniors and community college students
Location: Sherman Indian High School
Description: This workshop will go over how to fill out the
UC Application, including help with the personal statement.
One-on-one assistance will be available.
Native American Heritage Day
United States National Holiday
Friday, Nov 28, 2008
The Native American Heritage Day Bill encourages Americans of
all backgrounds to observe Friday, November 28, as Native American
Heritage Day, through appropriate ceremonies and activities.
It also encourages public elementary and secondary schools to
enhance student understanding of Native Americans by providing
classroom instruction focusing on their history, achievements,
and contributions. As a state Assemblyman, Rep. Baca introduced
the legislation that established the fourth Friday of September
as Native American Day in California – which became state
law in 1998.
Forum on Issues in Indigenous Studies in Southern California
UC Irvine, SSPB 4250
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Please visit www.anthro.uci.edu/nativeclaims
for further details.
Red
Cents in Indian Country: Native Claims to Things
Organized by Bill Maurer (UCI Anthropology)
& Justin B. Richland (UCI Anthropology, Law, Society &
Culture)
November 24-25, 2008 (Borrego Springs, CA)
Click
here for a downloadable program and schedule
Native American Dancers
& Craft Fair
UCI Student Center, Ring Road
Wednesday, Nov 19, 2008
9:00am - 5:00pm
Speaker: Professor Paul Apodaca
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
4:00pm, UCI Student Center, Pacific Ballroom B
American Indian professor Paul Apodaca will speak at UC Irvine
to mark Native American Heritage Month and the new Native American
Heritage Day. Apodaca will discuss cultural perceptions and
realities.
UCI
Transfer Track
October 24, 2008, 8:00am-3:30pm
For: Community College Students
Location: UCI Student Center
Description: Join us on Friday, October 24, 2008 and attend
sessions on Irvine's transfer admission/selection requirements,
academic offerings, financial aid, housing options and campus
life.
Organized by UCI Admissions. Visit www.admissions.uci.edu/transfer_track
to RSVP for this event and for more information.
1st AISA & AISES Meeting
October 1, 2008
4:00-6:00
Cross Cultural Center
UCI Welcome Week
September 22-26, 2008
UCI Campus-Wide with American Indian Resource Program and American
Indian Student Association tabling on Ring Road.
American Indian Summer Institute in Computer Science
Sunday, July 13 through Saturday, August 2, 2008
For: 9th - 12th grade students
Location: UCI Campus and Dormitories
Description: AISICS is a three-week residential summer program
for students to live in dorms on the beautiful UCI campus while
they work with professors, college students, and invited American
Indian elders and storytellers to develop interactive story
projects that combine computer game technology with traditional
American Indian culture and traditions. At AISICS students will
learn about the computer sciences and high technology fields
and they will be introduced to a university environment. In
the Communication Skills segment of the program students will
write down traditional stories, create videos to post on YouTube,
give short presentations to other students, and complete a college
application form. AISICS is committed to assisting students
in pursuing a traditional four-year education, possibly in high
technology, while retaining their cultural pride and identity.
American Indian Summer Academy
Saturday, July 5 through Saturday, July 12, 2008
For: 9 th - 12th grade students
Location: UCI Campus and Dormitories
Description: UCI hosts a free one week summer program for American
Indian high school students. Students must be attending a California
High School and have an intent to pursue higher education. During
the program, students will reside in the UCI dormitories and
participate in various interactive presentations from the different
departments at UCI. In the afternoons, they will engage in cultural
workshops and activities as well as field trips and social events.
American Indian Summer Transfer Academy
Friday, June 27 through Sunday, June 29, 2008
For: Community College Students and High School Students Graduating
in 2008
Location: UCI Campus and Dormitories
Description: In the Summer of 2008, UCI will host the inaugural
summer program for community college students and high school
graduates. The Academy will provide information on transfer
options, with special attention to the Transfer Admission Guarantee
(TAG) program.
7th Annual UCI Pow Wow
First Weekend in June
For: Everyone
Location: Mesa Court Field (corner of University and Campus)
Description: Powwows are traditional gatherings meant to celebrate,
honor and respect Native culture. Come listen to the sounds
of Native drums, browse and purchase handmade Native jewelry
and goods from vendors, and enjoy the skill and beauty of traditional
Native dance. And don't forget the fry bread!
This event is organized by the American
Indian Student Association. Admission is free and open to
everyone! Vendors: See Powwow
page for Vendor
applications. Spaces are still available.
American Indian Graduation Ceremony
May 2008
For: Graduating American Indian Students
Location: UCI Mesa Court Lawn
Description: The AIRP recognizes the achievements of Native
students through a Native Student Graduation Ceremony every
spring. Native high school, undergraduate, graduate, and professional
students and their families, are honored in the ceremony. An
Honor Song then recognizes the graduates and the ceremony is
complemented by a feast featuring traditional and contemporary
Native foods.
"Four Year Plan" Workshop
Thursday, May 8, 2008. 6:30-8:30pm
For: 8th -9th grade students
Location: meet at the Center for Educational Partnerships
5171 California Ave, Suite 150, Irvine, CA 92697
Description: We will be reviewing the UC A-G requirements as
well as Cal State requirements and assist students in planning
their high school courses in order to be a competitive student
when applying for colleges. We will also be discussing the 2008
American Indian Summer Program for high school students (applications
will be made available).
UCI American Indian Family Day
Saturday, April 19, 2008. 10:00am-2:00pm
In conjunction with the annual UCI Open House event "Celebrate
UCI"
Spring Trip to University Campuses
Friday, April 11 - Sunday, April 13
For: High School students in 10th through 12th grades
Location: Location: meet at the Center for Educational Partnerships
5171 California Ave, Suite 150, Irvine, CA 92697
Description: Visitations to 3-4 university campuses throughout
the state. Lodging and most meals are covered. Spots are very
limited - contact us as soon as possible if interested.
UCI Ancestor 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, March 8, 2008. 8:00-11:00pm
For: Everyone
Location: UCI Student Center
Description: From tiny tots still wobbly on their feet to veteran
long-distance runners, the public is invited to participate
in UC Irvine's 1st Annual Ancestor Run/Walk featuring a 5K run/walk
and a "Tiny Tot 1K." The course for the 5K run/walk
is designed to display the beauty of the UC Irvine campus. Though
slightly challenging in some areas, the course was designed
to allow runners and walkers of all levels to enjoy the route.
All registrants will receive a UCI Ancestor Run t-shirt.
Native Claims in the (Post) Colonial Americas
March 14th, 2008
Organized by Rachel O' Toole (UCI History)
& Justin B. Richland (UCI Criminology, Law & Society)
Guest Lectures and Roundtable Discussion featuring:
Tom Biolsi (UC Berkeley, Ethic Studies)
Marisol de la Cadena (UC Davis, Anthropology)
FAFSA Workshop (Los Angeles)
Monday, February 11, 2008. 6:00-8:00pm
For: high school seniors and college students
Location: Tribal TANF
5771 Rickenbacker Rd., Commerce, CA 90040
Description: This workshop will go over the specific information
in the FAFSA as well as other forms of financial aid. One-on-one
assistance will be available for students working on their FAFSA
or seeking other types of financial aid for school.
FAFSA Workshop (Orange County)
Thursday, February 7, 2008. 6:30-8:30pm
For: high school seniors and college students
Location: Center for Educational Partnerships
5171 California Ave., Suite 150, Irvine, CA 92697
Description: This workshop will go over the specific information
in the FAFSA as well as other forms of financial aid. One-on-one
assistance will be available for students working on their FAFSA
or seeking other types of financial aid for school.
Reading by Simon Ortiz
Saturday, January 26, 2008. 5:00-7:00pm
For: Everyone
Location: UCI Crystal Cove Auditorium
Description: We are bringing renowned Pueblo artist, Simon Ortiz,
as well as Angela Davis, Sonia Sanchez and African Dancer Koffi
Koko (among others) who will perform with Sola Liu in the evening.
"Introduction to the University" Workshop
Saturday, January 26, 2008. 11:00am-3:00pm
For: 6th - 8th grade students
Location: meet at the Center for Educational Partnerships
5171 California Ave, Suite 150, Irvine, CA 92697
Description: There will be a tour of UCI, a student panel, give-aways,
information about the 4 university systems, and more.
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