December 26, 2025 issue
Silver Creek’s Indigenous Honor Society had its first Induction Ceremony on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at Chef’s Restaurant in Buffalo, N.Y. The Indigenous Honor Society was created to find a cohort of Indigenous students that have compassion for others and the academic discipline to succeed. It is hoped this cohort of students will continue to […]
By Tami Watt, Newsletter Editor Alyana Jimerson (Seneca, Wolf Clan) passed the New York bar exam this past July and is certified to practice law! Alyana earned her juris doctor from Michigan State University College of Law after graduating from Syracuse University in 2018 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Indigenous Studies. Alyana grew up in […]
Iroquois Post 1587 Commander Ron Cook Jr. Honors Leonard Wheeler at the National Native American Veterans Memorial Unveiling Dedication Submitted by Ronald Cook, Jr., Post Commander of Iroquois Post #1587 Above: The Seneca Nation and Iroquois Post #1587 Honor Warriors Buried at Arlington National Cemetery. L-R Post Chaplain Marvin Abrams, Post Commander Ron Cook Jr, […]
(167 words) Level two This course is meant to help parents and family members as well as community members use more Seneca with their children and everyday life. This course consists of words used at the Faithkeeper School along with everyday language that can be used at home. Terms include: (Getting Dressed, Health, Weather, Arts […]
Members of the Iroquois Post #1587 Along with Over 1,500 Native Veterans Participate in Dedication Ceremony November 11, 2022 | nationalreview.com | nativenewsonline.net Photo: Veterans representing the Seneca Nation American Legion march near the U.S. Capitol during the National Native American Veterans Memorial dedication march along the National Mall on Veterans Day in Washington, D.C., […]
Submitted by Nancy Toth Wehonna R. Toth, from the Allegany Territory has graduated from La Roche University, Pittsburgh, PA. Earning a Master’s of Science in Nursing degree on August 19, 2022. She passed the National Board exam to become a licensed Registered Nurse in September. Wehonna accepted a position as a Cardiac-Thoracic Registered Nurse at […]
Program Executive Office Soldier November 07, 2022 | Repost from PEO Soldier Facebook Page | www.peosoldier.army.mil #MotivationMonday: Today, more than 9,000 Soldiers of American Indian or Alaska Native descent serve in our Army. They are valued members of the Army team who continue a long legacy of professionalism and selfless service. Image: Staff Sgt. Jassmine […]
November 8, 2022 | scott.af.mil 1st Lt. Marcus Abrams grew up on the Allegany Indian Reservation in western New York until lacrosse and a desire to serve his country brought him to the Air Force. He is a member of the Mohawk of the Haudenosaunee, which is parent to six tribes or territories—often referred to […]
Tell Us What You Think The Indigenous and Rural Patient Navigation Program (IRPNP) at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center understands the importance of sharing and caring when faced with major health experiences. With this in mind, IRPNP is seeking feedback on the interest of developing cancer support groups that best meet the community needs. These […]
Lake Shore Schools Native American Program FB Native Outreach Day was held on November 4th at UB, hosted by the Indigenous Studies program. Students from all over Western New York learned about admissions, programs/majors, heard from current Indigenous students and faculty, went on a tour, and were treated to an excellent breakfast and lunch!