FSU homecoming pep rally no longer called ‘Pow Wow’ Education by Beverly Bidney - June 3, 2021June 3, 2021 Florida State University officially changed the name of its annual homecoming pep rally from “Pow Wow” to “Homecoming Live.” Usually a fall event, homecoming was held this year April 5-10 due to the pandemic.Activities included a reverse-style parade in which floats, parade entries and performers remained stationary while spectators drove through
Haskell president removed amid free speech controversy Education by Beverly Bidney - June 3, 2021June 3, 2021 Jared Nally is editor of the Indian Leader, Haskell Indian Nations University student newspaper. ( Photo Gary Rohman/FIRE) Jared Nally became a student journalist to be more involved in campus life instead of taking a job at a fast food restaurant. “I thought if I worked at the paper I’d be at
After ACD, a new role at CSSS: Q&A with Rollie Gilliam III Community Education News Top News Top Story by Damon Scott - June 2, 2021June 2, 2021 HOLLYWOOD — Rollie Gilliam III has set the pace at the Seminole Tribe in its Advanced Career Development (ACD) program – part of the Tribal Professional Development (TPD) department. As the Fort Pierce-raised 33-year-old graduates from the program he entered in 2019, he has started a new chapter in his professional
Harvard vice provost to be next FSU president Education Top News by Damon Scott - May 25, 2021May 25, 2021 Richard McCullough (Courtesy FSU) The school with longtime ties to the Seminole Tribe has chosen a new president. Richard McCullough was unanimously picked to replace retiring Florida State University president John Thrasher by the FSU Board of Trustees. The school announced the decision May 24. Thrasher has been president of the Tallahassee
Brady Osceola Latchford continues family legacy in law enforcement Community Education News Top News Top Story by Damon Scott - May 6, 2021May 6, 2021 HOLLYWOOD — Brady Osceola Latchford said he’s known for many years what he wanted to do after college. Newly graduated, he’s doing it – entering the law enforcement tradition on his father’s side of the family. Latchford’s father is William Latchford, the executive director of Public Safety for the Seminole Tribe
Tribal members graduate from Florida State University Education by admin - May 5, 2021May 5, 2021 The Seminole Tribe’s Kirsten Doney is congratulated by Florida State University President John Thrasher during FSU’s graduation ceremony April 23, 2021. (FSU Photography Services) FROM FSU NEWS TALLAHASSEE — Florida State University President John Thrasher urged new graduates to use the knowledge they have gained at FSU to make the world a
PECS students receive inside look at Stanley Cup champions Education by Beverly Bidney - May 5, 2021May 5, 2021 The Tampa Bay Lightning, shown here celebrating after winning the Stanley Cup in 2020, were the focus of a virtual presentation for Pemayetv Emahakv Charter School students. PECS teacher Tom Finney’s son works for the team. (Lightning/Facebook) During the pandemic, Pemayetv Emahakv Charter School teacher Amy Carr has found innovative ways
BIE begins distribution of funds from American Rescue Plan Act Education by The Seminole Tribune - April 23, 2021April 23, 2021 WASHINGTON – The Bureau of Indian Education began disbursing funds this week from the $850 million it was provided from the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act. The funds are earmarked for BIE-funded K-12 schools and Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCUs). The only BIE-funded and tribally-controlled schools in Florida are the Ahfachkee
Online offerings highlight UNITY’s 45th birthday Education Top News by The Seminole Tribune - April 16, 2021April 16, 2021 MESA, Ariz. – The United National Indian Tribal Youth, Inc. (UNITY) turned 45 years old today. The organization provides leadership opportunities and skills for Native youth. It prepares and encourages them to be active members of their communities. UNITY was established on April 16, 1976, by founder J.R. Cook (Cherokee). Evynn Richardson,18, from
PECS announces in-person testing schedule Education by Beverly Bidney - April 5, 2021April 5, 2021 Pemayetv Emahakv Charter School principal Tracy Downing notified parents, guardians, families and members of the Brighton community that third through eighth grade students will attend school in person for standardized state testing starting April 6. In an email sent March 30, Downing wrote, “A person’s character is defined, in part, by