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NOTICES OSU Creates Institute to Collaborate with Tribes CORVALLIS, Ore. - A new Oregon State University research center has been created, with the goal of supporting and assisting Oregon’s Native people. The Native American Collaborative Institute facilitates collaboration by identifying areas of research, educa tion, and outreach between OSU fac ulty and staff and tribal communities. This interdisciplinary institute is housed in Ballard Extension Hall on the OSU campus. NAC1 director Kurt Peters (Blackfeet/Powhatan), an associate pro fessor in the Department of Ethnic Studies, already has six proposals for grant funding from three different tribes. There are nine federally recog nized tribes in Oregon. "We are here to create a flow of information to support tribal needs,” Peters said. “We want to connect tribes with the right people, not merely help tribes fund a grant.” OSU President Ed Ray said the in stitute will operate as a conduit between the tribes and the OSU community. “Recognizing that diversity is one of our core values, the creation of the Native American Collaborative Institute is an imperative step toward a shared vision for Oregon's future,” said Ray. The NACI mission includes: • • • Developing research and dissemi nating findings that provide policy makers with information regarding tribal concerns Acting as a clearinghouse for infor mation and access to issues of tribes Creating agreements that increase tribal access to OSU and commu nicating tribal perspectives that enable OSU to better respond to tribal needs in a manner respect ing cultural values Facilitating tribal and OSU funding from private foundations and pub lic sources Providing student, faculty, and pro gram staff internships to further knowledge and understanding about topics of importance to both Oregon tribes and OSU • • Peters said it was important to him in creating the institute that OSU be led by tribal policy and the communities’ expertise and needs. “This is a way for us to be a re source, to be of use,” he said. “This is about connecting with the tribes and to fulfill OSU’s land grant mission.” One of NACI’s current projects is with the Umatilla Indian Reservation. The project includes mapping the resources of the geography of the Umatilla lands and several other projects in the areas of science, engi neering, and education. Peters said. The Burns Paiute Tribe has initiated a memorandum of agreement with OSU for collaboration on issues con cerning natural resources. And a third tribal group is partnering with OSU to create a project focused on the needs of children at risk. All of the projects include attention to the educational needs of students and their learning outcomes both within tribal communities as well as at Oregon State University. Tribal communities and others interested are encouraged to contact Peters or to go to NACI’s Web site tor more information - http://naci. oregonstate.edu. AmeriCorps Position Open at ONABEN ONABEN - A Native American Business Network is currently recruit ing for an AmeriCorps VISTA member. ONABEN enables American Indi ans to realize their dreams of a better quality of life through owning and op erating a small business. This position is for one year and is based in Tigard, just 20 minutes outside of beautiful Portland. Ore. As part of the Oregon Microenterprise Network’s (OMEN) Asset Building Corps, the VISTA member will be part of a team of volunteers throughout Or egon dedicated to eliminating poverty. Specifically, the ONABEN VISTA member will help provide ONABEN stakeholders and the general popula tion with information about ONABEN programs and impacts. He or she will help build ONABEN’s capacity to pro vide services to American Indians through program and fund develop ment activities. This is an excellent opportunity for any individual interested in: 18 • Siletz News • 1) Gaining work experience in the non-profit sector, specifically in the field of American Indian small business development 2) Developing communications and grant writing skills 3) Learning more about economic development in Oregon For a detailed position description, visit our Web site - www.onaben.org. AmeriCorps VISTA members re ceive a living allowance, health insur ance, relocation allowance, and either an education award of $4,725 or a stipend of $ 1,200 upon completion of service. For more information about the AmeriCorps VLSTA program, go to www.americorps.org. Deadline to apply is .June 1, 2007. Application is open to any U.S. citizen age 17 or older. For further information about ONABEN, our programs, and the VISTA position, contact Jaimie Park at jaimie@onaben.org. May 2007 Naimuma (Relatives) Pow-Wow May 11-12, 2007 • Peter Stott Center • PSU 930 SW Hall • Portland, Oregon MC: Arnold Littlehead Arena Director: Ed Goodell Head Woman: Shawnetta Yahtin Head Man: Reynolds Allen Host Drum: Indian Nation May 11 5 p.m. - Registration 7 p.m. - Grand Entry Midnight - Adjourn Drum Contest (Limited Space Available) Ist $1,000 3 rd $500 2nd $600 4,h $400 Dance Contests (14 Separate Categories) Golden Age Men and Women lM - $200 2nd-$150 3rd - $100 Mens: Traditional, Fancy, and Grass 1st - $200 2nd-$150 May 12 Noon - Doors Open I p.m. - Grand Entry 5 p.m. - Dinner Break 7 p.m. - Grand Entry 11 p.m. - Winners Announced Adjourn 3rd-$100 Womens: Traditional, Fancy, and Jingle P* - $200 2nd-$150 3rd-$100 Teen: Boys and Girls 1st - $100 2nd - $75 3rd - $50 Gift for Junior Girls and Boys Treats and Gifts for Tiny Tots Vendors: Valerie Nelson 503-285-4474 or naimuma@gmail.com Info: Sky Hopinka, 503-725-5671 Everyone Welcome! Free Admission! KONAWAY NIKA TILLICUM NATIVE AMERICAN YOUTH ACADEMY JULY 14-22, 2007 Now accepting applications! What is Konaway? Konaway is an 8-day academy that introduces higher education opportunities to Native youth and empowers them for success. The students stay at Southern Oregon University while they participate in interactive classes, take part in fun activities, and build lasting relationships with other Native youth. Who should apply? Students with at least a 2.5 GPA, who are going into 7th grade through graduated high school seniors, should apply. Returning students who have completed 111* or 12th grades can apply as junior counselors. Students who have completed at least one year of college are encouraged to apply as senior counselors (paid position). Konaway is also accepting applications for Native American instructors in the areas of math, English or writing, science and culture (paid position). For more information, contact Nicole Norris or Chava Florendo at 541-552-8256 or visit the Web site at www.sou.edu/NATAM/konaway.shtml. (Konaway co-directors are David West and Brent Florendo.) “Inspiring Native Youth to Succeed in Higher Education!"
