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Chinook Winds names Stanley as Superstar employee for 4th quarter 2011 Ch^k ^7 deP“in Caf 0 with “ ““^8 ■" recognition of her accomplish- J oi“.Ch‘"00i VV"’d.S ,er- H°W Can ? nOt love what Im doi"8 "’em. Stanley was presented with acheck Casino Resort s Superstar for the fourth when our team has the opportunity to set for $ 1,000. A marble tile plaque, engraved quarter of 2011. up fun events for people?” with her name, will be displayed at the A Siletz Tribal member and resident Stanley went on to say she had applied front entrance to the casino. of Lincoln City, Stanley was nominated for the position on the advice of her aunt, by a co-worker for her positive attitude the late Sister Francella Griggs, one of the To be eligible to receive the Superstar and exceptional teamwork. people responsible for the restoration of award, actions observed must be above The nomination stated that Stanley the Siletz Tribe to federal recognition. Her and beyond the employee’s regular duties is a fantastic leader who goes out of her aunt advised her that as a Tribal member, or include a description of an employee way to make the staff and events run she had the unique opportunity to assist who consistently advocates the casino’s smoothly. Further, the nomination said her Tribe in achieving great things for core values and goals through excellence that Stanley engages, encourages and future generations. in their service to guests and relationships uses the synergistic power of teamwork Tribal Elders, Siletz Tribal Gaming with fellow employees. to achieve results and excels in develop Commission staff, Chinook Winds direc ing enthusiasm and pride in her team as Nominations go through several tors and selected staff attended the Super- a whole. She has a unique energy about reviews before a final selection is made. star ceremony on Jan. 26. Other employees her that is contagious and enthusiastic. nominated for this award included Mark Both casino staff and casino guests can When asked about her reaction to Smith, Brenda Gilman, Yvonne Blum, submit Superstar nominations. With more receiving this award, Stanley tearfully Megan Shaw and Amy Curtis. than 8(X) employees and only four of these replied, “I feel honored to receive this One-, five- and 10-year employees awards given each year, it’s a real honor award. 1 work in the most awesome also were recognized for their service. to be chosen as the Superstar. has Courtesy photo by Chinook Winds staff Marie Stanley Siletz women, all UO students, demonstrate Feather Dance at summit By Tiffany Stuart F-------------------- —- ------------------------------------ -------- -------------- Espino is a senior majoring in his tory and political science with a minor in business administration. She played three years on the UO club lacrosse team and plans to go to law school. At the University of Oregon EMU and Many Nations Longhouse on Feb. 4, the Lyllye B. Parker Women of Color Summit was held. This summit aimed to honor the work that people have done before us in the fight for social justice by continuing to build bridges that lead to positive change. Her parents are Paula (Lane) and Gilbert Espino and her grandparents are Alfred Lane Jr. and Clarice Lane. Siletz Tribal members Leslie Lundy, Rebecca Espino and Tiffany Stuart dem onstrated the Siletz Feather Dance during the summit. I am a graduate student majoring in elementary and secondary special educa tion. I am a UO Native American Student Union member and a grant recipient for the Sapsik wala Project (a component of the University of Oregon Native Ameri can Initiative). I plan to teach in a Native American community. This year's theme was United: Acknowledging the Past. Being Present and Creating Change. Keynote speakers were Lyllye B. Parker and Nanci Luna Jimenez. During the Siletz women’s perfor mance, 1 talked about the history of the Eugene area in relation to Siletz people and how these dances were held in families’ homes for many years. I also explained that it took many years of change for the U.S. government to allow the practice of Native dances. The three Siletz Tribal women are current University of Oregon students. NAPThas mobile language app The Native Language app is a great way for children and adults to learn different Native words from across Indian Country. This app can be a fun and interac tive approach for someone to learn about the indigenous cul tures of where they live or as an introduc tion to a language they may be interested in becoming fluent in later on. Free download is available from the iTunes app store for iPhone and iPad devices. Courtesy photo by Jake Espino 1 ittany Stuart, Rebecca Espino and Leslie Lundy Lundy is a sophomore majoring in political science. She volunteers at her sorority, Gamma Phi Beta, and plans to go to law school. Her parents are Noni Lundy and Issac Easter and her grandparents are (maternal) Dan and LaRita (Morton) Lundy, and (paternal) Ralph Easter and Dixie Schaafsma. Her great-grandparents are (maternal) Everette and Margaurette (Darcy) Lundy, and (paternal) Walt and Esther (Bell) Easter, To use mail order pharmacy to order your refills after hours and on weekends: Please call the Siletz Clinic 7-10 days before you need your refills. This allows us time to contact your provider, if necessary, and for mailing. My parents are Thomas and Marlene Stuart and my grandparents are Maxine Rilatos and the late Robert Rilatos, and great-grandparents are Archie and Vic toria (Butler) Ben and Tuton and Pearl (Simmons) Rilatos. A special thanks to Bud and Cheryl Lane, Tasha Mason, Jake Espino and Joe Warren. Liberty Inn offers Tribal rates The Liberty Inn in Lincoln City, Ore., has special rates for Siletz Tribal members and Tribal employees. The room rate is $69 in the winter and $89 in the summer, based upon availability. • Call 800-648-0449; enter 1624 as soon as the clinic s message begins - you’ll be transferred to the refill line. This rate includes the inn's full hot buffet breakfast and 24-hour shuttle to and from Chinook Winds Casino Resort. Meeting space is available for family reunions, birthdays and other family celebrations. Catering also is available upon request. • Or, call the refill line direct - 541 -444-9624. The Liberty Inn is located at 4990 NE Logan Road, Lincoln City, OR 97367; phone 541-994-5348 or (toll-free) 877-994-1777. Visit libertyinn.com for more information. March 2012 • Siletz News • 11
