Classification is an inherently human activity. We immediately seek to define and organize all phenomena we encounter in our everyday lives. Is something good or bad? What type of animal is that? Is it friendly or dangerous? Are those people
NAGPRA and the Wisconsin Historical Museum
Last week, our TLAM class took a field trip to the Wisconsin Historical Museum to visit with the museum’s director, Jennifer Kolb, and assistant curator, Angie Glasker, to discuss the museum’s implementation of NAGPRA (The Native American Graves Protection and
The Importance of Archives to Tribal Sovereignty
How can archives support tribal sovereignty? “Archives can support human rights, but have in the past been instruments of human rights abuse and oppressive regimes…”[1] For many years, archives have been a part of the problem, perpetuating cultural inequalities, inaccurate
TLAM Menominee Trip, Part 2: Menominee Cultural Museum
After a delicious lunch at the Menominee Casino Resort, our group proceeded to the Menominee Cultural Museum. There, we were met by Rebecca Alegria, the Menominee Cultural Planner, and she provided us with a guided tour through the museum’s exhibits.
TLAM Menominee Trip, Part 1: College of Menominee Nation
Janice: My colleague Lindsey Stoddard Cameron ( Office of the Faculty) traveled with me to Stockbridge-Munsee and Menominee reservations. She was excited to learn about reservation communities, our service learning projects, and to explore Menominee heritage in remembrance of her
Join us for “The Reconciliation Generation: The Image of Indigenous Peoples in Media for Youth” Presentation
The media is a powerful “soma” for the masses. What are the messages for youth about indigenous peoples? Are they true, false, or a conspiracy in the making? Please join us for “The Reconciliation Generation: The Image of Indigenous Peoples
Tribal Archives
The word “archives” stems from the Greek word for the “home of the Archon”, or the dwelling in which important state documents were kept and interpreted. Though many centuries have passed and archival science has certainly developed since the time
Exciting New Plans for Red Cliff
After getting snowed out of our first trip planned in February, we were finally able to make it up to Red Cliff–and the timing could not have been better. Our Meeting We dropped off our bags at the no vacancy
Top Ten Things You Need to Know About Tribal Libraries
1. Without Lotsee Patterson and her infinite amounts of moxie, tribal libraries would be a far cry from where they are today. Patterson has been actively campaigning and working towards library services for tribal communities since the late 1950s. 2. Janice
Blending Community and Education in Tribal College Libraries
Last week, we took a closer look into tribal academic libraries focusing on American Indian pedagogy and examples of academic libraries on reservations. As a hopeful, future academic librarian, it was fascinating to compare the missions of traditional academic libraries