Nov 16 Forced Climate Migration of Indigenous Peoples Noon – 1:15 p.m., Nov. 16, 2022 The Bacon Immigration Law & Policy Program and the Immigration Law Students' Association are hosting the speaker series "Forced Climate Migration of Indigenous Peoples" with the speakers Juanita Cabrera Lopez, the Executive Director of the International Mayan League, and Blake A. Gentry (Cherokee), Researcher, writer, and advocate for Indigenous Peoples' rights in migration, clPeoples'ange, community health, and languages.
Oct 19 IPLP Distinguished Alumni Speaker Series Noon, Oct. 19, 2022 Join the Indigenous Peoples Law and Policy (IPLP) Program for our Fall 2022 Distinguished Alumni Speaker Series to meet, learn from, and network with some of IPLP’s most distinguished and professionally accomplished alumni. At College of Law, Room 168 and Online
Oct 03 IRes Visiting Scholar, Dr. Melissa Arcand will present, "Indigenous nature-based climate solutions on agricultural lands" at the ENVS Fall Colloquium 3 – 4 p.m., Oct. 3, 2022 Melissa Arcand is a soil biogeochemist with research interests focused on optimizing plant-soil synergies for the design of nutrient and energy efficient cropping systems. She teaches and is the academic advisor for students in the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy program, designed to train students to work in resource management and land governance in Indigenous communities across Canada.
Sep 20 Skoden UA! Native American Faculty & Staff Association - Kick Off Reception 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Sept. 20, 2022 Dear Native American Faculty & Staff at UArizona, Please join us for the newly formed “Skoden UA! Native American Faculty & Staff Association” kick off reception at The Monica, 40 E. Congress, on September 20th starting at 4:30 pm.
Sep 16 Dr. Gregory Cajete (Tewa/Santa Clara Pueblo) "Native Science: Natural Laws of Interdependence" 10 – 11 a.m., Sept. 16, 2022 Bridge to STEAM presents a talk by Dr. Gregory Cajete (Tewa/Santa Clara Pueblo), Professor Emeritus, University of New Mexico. This talk will revolve around the question: What is Native Science and why is it important to consider in a world of climate change?" Join in person or via zoom. No registration necessary.
Sep 09 Justice in Motion: Reuniting Separated Families in Central America 1 – 2:30 p.m., Sept. 9, 2022 The UofA Center for Latin American Studies is hosting an Indigenous attorney and Immigration attorney, who will discuss their efforts to reunite separated families in Central America.
Aug 20 8th Annual UA Native American Parent and Family Welcome 3 – 6 p.m., Aug. 20, 2022 We are excited to welcome students, parents and families to the University of Arizona. All new, returning and transfer students are welcome to join us for our Native American Resource Fair, Blessing and Dinner. Location: Robert L. Nugent Building at 1212 E. University Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85721
May 13 Honorary Doctorate Celebration for Ms. Louva Dahozy (Diné) 10 – 11:30 a.m., May 13, 2022 You are invited to attend a pre-celebration for Ms. Louva Dahozy, who will receive an honorary Doctorate of Science in Nutrition degree at this year’s University of Arizona Commencement on May 13th. The event will be held in-person at the Environment and Natural Resources 2 (ENR2) Building, room N604, or you may join virtually. Please register for the celebration by May 9, 2022.
Apr 28 Indigenous Law Day 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., April 28, 2022 Join the Indigenous Peoples Law and Policy (IPLP) Program and the Native American Law Students Association (NALSA) for our Indigenous Law Day. Hear from IPLP faculty and staff about the admissions process, scholarships available to fund your legal education, the BA in law program, and advocacy projects that students can get involved in. NALSA students will also share tips on how to prepare for law school and share their experience as law students. A tour of the law school campus will follow.
Mar 19 The Arizona Experience & Native American College Day 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., March 19, 2022 YOU'RE INVITED! JOIN US FORAZX & NATIVE AMERICAN COLLEGE DAY This event is intended for Native American students to hear from all academic colleges and empower them to reach for higher education. This event also entails free lunch and of course, specific workshops for Native American students to enrich their college-going experience. This would be a great opportunity for current students as they near the finish line of their high school or community college career, but of course, all students are welcome to attend!