USF course delves into Egmont Key Community Education by Aaron Tommie - July 6, 2020September 19, 2024 University of South Florida instructors Dr. Brooke Hansen and Dr. Laura Harrison joined THPO Research Coordinator David Scheidecker and others on an excursion at Egmont Key. (Courtesy photo) The University of South Florida’s recently offered a month-long online course that included research from the Seminole Tribe’s Tribal Historic Preservation Office (THPO)
Churches reach beyond the pews to connect with members Community News by Aaron Tommie - May 5, 2020September 19, 2024 Big Cypress First Baptist Church Pastor Salaw Hummingbird provides a sermon Easter morning, April 12, on the banks of a canal in Big Cypress. It was shown live on Facebook. (Big Cypress First Baptist/Facebook) The advent of the coronavirus has caused billions of people in the world to adjust
Learn your culture’s past to protect the future Editorial by Aaron Tommie - April 30, 2018April 27, 2018 There is undoubtedly a peace of mind that comes with knowing where we originate as people. This is especially crucial in societies that have enforced conformity and demonstrated apathy towards underserved demographics. Identity is an aspect of our lives that gives us purpose and a sense of belonging. My Native American
Tribe recounts history at Egmont Key Community by Aaron Tommie - April 30, 2018April 27, 2018 EGMONT KEY — On April 5, Egmont Key was more than a tourist attraction with scenic views and various beach attractions. Staff members from the Tribe’s Tribal Historic Preservation Office organized a two-hour tour for 33 Tribal citizens visiting the site, the largest Seminole visit on the island since the
School shootings: Enough is enough Editorial by Aaron Tommie - April 2, 2018March 28, 2018 On Feb. 14, 17 people were killed in a mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, marking the 19th shooting on school grounds in 2018. When I first heard of this shooting, I immediately thought to myself ‘not again’ and was shocked, especially since the year
Nobody wins when the family feuds Editorial by Aaron Tommie - January 31, 2018January 30, 2018 Many of the issues prevalent in Native American and African-American communities stem from centuries of psychological trauma and mistreatment, in addition to the fact that beneficial resources are not always readily available. In hip-hop, its origins are a direct result of slavery and its long-lasting effects. Historically, it was the type
Finding the meaning of Christmas in family Editorial by Aaron Tommie - January 2, 2018January 2, 2018 After Thanksgiving, the holiday season seems to snowball into several different holidays during the month of December, including Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and New Years Eve, just to name a few. For many people, Christmas represents a time to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ with family, friends and loved ones.
Understanding Native issues prevents future problems Editorial by Aaron Tommie - November 30, 2017November 29, 2017 “I am alive. Life is a gift. There is a reason I am still here.” These are the words Seminole Tribe of Florida’s Vice-chairman and President Mitchell Cypress wrote in his 2007 autobiography “Having Diabetes & Acting in an Honorable Way.” The book chronicles his journey overcoming obstacles he faced throughout
Living the ACD experience: Opportunities abound in education, career development Education by Aaron Tommie - June 1, 2017 Racism, substance abuse, and other major problems have permeated our communities, resulting in a cycle of recidivism, broken families, and despair. As minorities, we have to be extraordinary in order to receive recognition and respect in society. This is because as people of color, we usually have fewer opportunities to
Living the ACD experience: Smooth transition to Business Marketing Education by Aaron Tommie - May 4, 2017May 10, 2017 As mentioned in my previous Advanced Career Development columns, I strongly considered working for the Hard Rock’s management trainee program. Ultimately, I opted to work for the Tribal government because of a more favorable work schedule for myself. Working within this program has continued to teach me the importance of