Grants /Scholarships
Message: 3 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:25:20 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: "Service Learning Grants to Promote Crime Prevention & Community Service"The National Crime Prevention Council will awardgrants to supportservice-learning projects planned and implemented byyouth who identifyneeds and create projects to address or prevent crime,violence, and drugabuse in their schools and communities. These grantsare intended toencourage and promote crime prevention, communityservice, and civicresponsibility. Maximum Award: $500. Eligibility: Ages11-19; Youth must beparticipating in a Community Works or Youth SafetyCorps program or be in ayouth group or class of six or more members. Deadline:June 1, 2006.http://www.ncpc.org/programs/tcc/For a detailed listing of EXISTING GRANT OPPORTUNITIES(updated each week),visit: http://www.publiceducation.org/newsblast_grants.asp________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 4 Date: Sun, 2 Apr 2006 12:52:22 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: The Walter and Duncan Gordon Foundation Global Youth Fellowships (Canadian Youth)Deadline: May 15, 2006 The Walter and Duncan Gordon Foundation announced itsinaugural Global YouthFellowships targeted to emerging, young Canadianleaders who demonstrate potentialto enhance Canada’s role on the world stage.Applicants must be Canadiancitizens or landed immigrants and 24 to 35 years ofage with previous internationalwork experience (paid or volunteer). Candidates alsoneed to demonstrate sustainedcommitment to international issues through studies,career choices and volunteeractivities. Successful candidates will receive a cashaward of $20,000 each andother types of support. Nomination deadline is May 15,2006. Click here to find outmore. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 5 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:27:57 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: (AISES) American Indian Science and Engineering Society Region III 2006 Conference(AISES) American Indian Science and EngineeringSociety Region III 2006 ConferenceApril 20-22Holiday Inn & ASU, Tempe, AZ Contact: (480) 965 – 5687 or visit ASU AISES Website http://www.fulton.asu.edu/~aises/________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 6 Date: Sun, 2 Apr 2006 12:53:37 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: 57th Annual Council on Foundations ConferenceMay 7-9, 2006 David L. Lawrence Convention CenterPittsburgh, PA www.cof.orgEffective and Innovative Strategies forIncreasing Indigenous GrantmakingSaturday May 6, 2006 4-6pm Room 324Partnership and collaboration are essential forsuccessful grantmaking to Indigenouscommunities. Join this session to explore waysinternational grantmakers can improvetheir grantmaking practice. Reviews of successfulcases will provide tools toenhance collaborative potential and to structure andsupport interpersonalrelationships between grantmaker and indigenousgrantee. This session will alsodiscuss International Funders for Indigenous Peoples(IFIP) accomplishments and waysto become more involved with IFIP.International Funders for Indigenous PeoplesAnnual Awards ReceptionSunday May 7, 2006 6-7PM Room 323Please join International Funders for IndigenousPeoples (IFIP) Annual presentationof the IFIP Award, bestowed upon an individual thathas demonstrated efforts toincrease philanthropic support for Indigenous Peoplesaround the world. Last year,the very first recipient of this prestigious award waspresented to SusanBerresford, President of the Ford Foundation, for herleadership in increasing agreater commitment from a philanthropic institution.We are all looking forward tohonoring the next philanthropic leader to be announcedsoon. All are welcomed toattend and take part in this momentous event.Refreshments will be provided.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 7 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:25:59 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Accenture Scholarship InformationAccenture (NYSE:ACN) is now accepting applications forits scholarship fundprogram for American Indian students. The AccentureAmerican IndianScholarship Fund supports students with financial needentering fields ofprofessional study. These scholarships are part of thecompany's commitmentto the American Indian community; last year, Accenturebecame the managementconsulting and information technology services advisorto the SmithsonianNational Museum of the American Indian in WashingtonD.C. "The AccentureAmerican Indian Scholarship Fund meets a vital needfor American Indian andAlaska Native students seeking higher education andrequiring financialassistance,"said Randy Willis,senior executive sponsorof Accenture'sAmerican Indian interestgroup. In 2006, the AccentureAmerican IndianScholarship Fund will award seven scholarships intotal. Successfulcandidates will have excelled academically anddemonstrated leadershipability, as well ascommitment to community.Specifically, Accenture willaward three types of scholarships to high-achievingAmerican Indian andAlaska Native students seekingdegrees and careers inthe teaching, socialservices, high technologyor business fields:-- Accenture Scholars - three undergraduatescholarships of $20,000 eachwill be awarded to high school seniors pursuing afour-year undergraduateprogram at a U.S. university or college. Applicationsare due on May 2, 2006.-- Accenture Fellows - two graduate scholarships of$15,000 each will beawarded to undergraduate students pursuing an advanceddegree at a U.S.accredited university or college. Applications are dueon June 1, 2006.-- Finalist Scholarships - two undergraduatescholarships of $1,000 per yearfor four years and one graduate scholarship of $2,500per year for two yearswill be awarded to candidates for the AccentureScholars and Fellowsscholarships.Specific eligibility criteria for the scholarships.For more information on how to apply for theseAccenture sponsoredscholarships, visit:http://careers3.accenture.com/Careers/US/DiversityInclusion/aigc________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 8 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:27:05 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Intertribal Deaf Conference - June 14- 17, 2006At the San Carlos Apache Gold Convention CenterLocated on the: San Carlos Apache Indian ReservationEast of Globe, Arizona For further information, ideas and/or feedback, pleaseemail 2006 IDCConference Chair, Jeremy Dillon and/or Evelyn Opitz atnative_terpie2003@yahoo.comArizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard ofHearing RepresentativeBeca Bailey, Deaf Specialist, atbeca.bailey@acdhh.state.az.us (602) 542-3323 Voice (602) 364-0990 TTY 800-350-8161V/TTYCheck out the IDC Website at: www.deafnative.comVolunteer Help is Greatly Appreciated________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 9 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:24:40 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: "Grants for Youth and Scientific Education"The American Honda Foundation Grants Program isaccepting proposals fromorganizations working in the areas of youth andscientific education.The American Honda Foundation defines "youth" aspre-natal through 21 yearsof age. "Scientific education" includes both physical and lifesciences, mathematicsand the environmental sciences. Eligibility:Educational institutions, K-12, accredited highereducation institutions(colleges and universities), and others. See websitefor full listing.Maximum Award: $40,000 to $80,000. Deadline: May 1,2006.http://corporate.honda.com/images/banners/america/AHF_brochure.pdf________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 10 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:23:24 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: The National Center for Education Statistics - IPEDS State Tables 2003The National Center for Education Statistics announcesthe addition ofthe IPEDS State Tables 2003 to the Tables Library areaof the online DataAnalysis System (DAS). The Integrated PostsecondaryEducation DataSystem (IPEDS) is a single, comprehensive systemdesigned to encompass allinstitutions and educational organizations whoseprimary purpose is toprovide postsecondary education. The IPEDS StateTables 2003 providestate-level aggregate data on postsecondaryinstitutions for all 50states in areas including:* Percentage distribution of Title IV institutions* Price information* Degrees conferred* Certificates conferred* Employees, faculty, and graduate assistants* Enrollment* Financial aid* Graduation and transfer rates* Revenue and expensesThe tables are available in HTML and Excel fileformats. In addition,Table Parameter Files (TFP) for the state tables canbe downloaded andused to replicate or modify them, as needed, using theonline DASapplication.To view, print, or download the tables, please visit:http://nces.ed.gov/das/library/tables_listings/state2003_toc.asp________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 11 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:26:15 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Michael Baker Corp Scholarship for Diversity in EngineeringView the following link for scholarship information:Wilkes Universityhttp://www.wilkes.edu/pages/194.asp?item=9536________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 12 Date: Sun, 2 Apr 2006 12:52:50 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Fund for Wild Nature Invites ProposalsDeadline: April 28, 2006The Fund for Wild Nature provides money for campaignsto save and restore nativespecies and wild ecosystems, including actions todefend wilderness and biologicaldiversity. The fund supports advocacy, litigation,public policy work, developmentof citizen science, and similar endeavors. The fundsupports projects only in theUnited States, Canada, and Mexico.Visit the Fund for Wild Nature Web site for completegrant guidelines at:http://fundwildnature.org.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 13 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:21:12 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Project: Moccasins seeks out beadersSherry <n8tivesinthemilitaryusa4u@nativeweb.net>wrote: Project: Moccasins is seeking out beaders for our project.Project: Moccasins send out a pair of moccasins to ournative men & women who are serving in harms way. They will provide the needed material just need thosewho can bead moccasins :)Hit me back if you would like more information.Anyone who knows of a native american stationedoverseas please let me know so a pair can be sent to them.Thank you~ Sherry Creek & CherokeeFounder of Support our Native Troops Overseas withLetters & Care Packageswww.aicco.org/troops.aspAssociate Member of Project: Moccasins________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 14 Date: Sun, 2 Apr 2006 12:32:49 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: PolitiCorps is Igniting Leaders for the Politics of TomorrowPolitiCorps is Igniting Leaders for the Politics ofTomorrowPolitiCorps is the only program of its kind - a10-week intensive political immersion program that provides futureleaders with skills training, policy courses and intensive fieldwork. These courses include campaign management training, public speakingand debate, political messaging and media courses, and more. Fellows spend a significant amount of their time conducting field workwith partner programs, directly impacting state and local races byworking to increase urban youth voter registration andparticipating and organizing Bus trips to swing districts to canvass forprogressive candidates. The program seeks to educate fellows onthe intricacies of state politics, using Oregon as a model. In addition,it is designed to take these lessons and connect them to the nationalarena. Fellows leave the program with an in-depth understanding ofhow to effectively work with and influence the political system.Fellows: PolitiCorps seeks fellows that aspire to bethe future leaders of the progressive movement. We look for dynamic,intelligent, innovative, hard-working and natural leaders.Classes are anything but typical, with skillstrainings, policy seminars and maybe even the occasional congregationvisit. Some of the topics from past classes are Campaign Planning, YouthGOTV, Public Speaking, Revolutions in Health Care, Land UsePlanning and Grassroots Organizing.Instructors include the best and brightest minds fromacross the state and the nation, such as former Governors BarbaraRoberts and John Kitzhaber, the Oregon House Democrats campaigndirector Jon Isaacs, and Malia Lazu, the National Field Director for Cities forProgress.Field work breaks into two categories: the youthmobilization giant Building Votes, and working on the ins and outs ofplanning an honest-to-goodness Bus Trip… then executing it.Building Votes launched during the summer of 2005 and was implemented largelyby past Fellows as they recruited over 400 Apartment Captains andBlock Captains across the Portland Metro area.Former PolitiCorps fellows agree that PolitiCorps isthe cuttiing-edge program for future leaders“I entered PolitiCorps in search of a uniqueopportunity to simultaneously continue developing my leadershipskills while generating real, strategic, change in my community. PolitiCorps provides a host of relevant, thought provoking andtruly interactive classes. These classes coupled with challengingfieldwork changed the way I approach my work in the public interest. Meaningful relationships established over the course of theprogram will ensure my continued growth and effectiveness as an advocate fordemocracy. In short, PolitiCorps delivers.” – Adam Petkun,PolitiCorps 2005 Fellow“PolitiCorps gave me general organizing tools …specific campaign tools … and friends I look forward to running into andworking with again.” – Joel Berning, PolitiCorps 2005 FellowPolitiCorps 2006 runs from June 19th through August25th. Application deadline is Friday, April 14th @ 5pm. Go towww.politicorps.org for more information, or email rahna.epting@busproject.org________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 15 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:43:16 EDT From: Rosepetl5@aol.comSubject: Native American studies experts to gather at USCLFrom UNA-News:Native American studies experts to gather at USCLBy University of South Carolina at LancasterThe University of South Carolina at Lancaster will host a panel of experts from around the Carolinas and Georgia to discuss the state of Native American studies in the Southeast on April 12.The forum will be held as part of a week-long series of events, sponsored by USCL, Duke Power Co., and the Humanities Council of South Carolina, Highlighting American Indian Art, Culture and Scholarship. All events are free and open to the public.The roundtable on Native studies will be held in USCL's Stevens Auditorium from 2 to 4 p.m. It will include scholars from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, UNC-Charlotte, UNC-Pembroke, Western Carolina University, Wake Forest University, the University of Georgia, USCL and the University of South Carolina, along with experts on Southeastern Indian archaeology from the Schiele Museum in Gastonia, N.C., and representatives of the Catawba, Lumbee and Cherokee nations.Panelists will discuss the state of Native American studies in academic institutions in the region, collaborations between academic institutions and American Indian communities, and the future of Native studies in the Southeast.The impetus for the forum is USCL's proposed program in Native American Studies, which will focus on Catawba Indian culture and history.On April 13, USCL will host a day of events featuring demonstrations of Catawba pottery-making and a performance by the Catawba Cultural Center's drum and dance group.Other highlights of the week include a demonstration of traditional Catawba foodways, evening screenings of films on Native American topics, lectures on the histories and cultures of South Carolina's Native peoples, a program for children and a tour of the T.J. Blumer Catawba Research Collection.For details, contact Dr. Stephen Criswell, director of Catawba studies, at 313-7108 or by e-mail at criswese@gwm.sc.edu.Schedule of eventsApril 10- Lecture on Catawba history and culture, 11 to 11:50 a.m., Bradley Arts and Sciences Building, Room 120April 11- Film "Smoke Signals," 7 to 9:30 p.m., Stevens AuditoriumApril 12- Lecture on state-recognized Native American groups in South Carolina, with speaker Dr. Will Goins of Eastern Cherokee, Southern Iroquois, United Tribes of S.C., 11 to 11:50 a.m., Bradley Arts and Sciences Building, Room 120- Catawba Indian foodways demonstration, noon to 1 p.m., Bradley building multipurpose room- Tour of Native American studies archive and the T.J. Blumer Catawba Research Collection, 1 to 2 p.m., Medford Library- Roundtable discussion on Native American studies in the Southeast, 2 to 4 p.m., Stevens Auditorium- Reception, 4 to 5 p.m., Hubbard Hall commons area- Film and discussion of "Lakota Language and Culture Revitalization: Interviews with Lakota Elders," 7 to 9 p.m.April 13- Catawba pottery demonstration, 1 to 3 p.m., USCL art studio- Catawba cultural program for children, 4 to 5 p.m., Bradley multipurpose room- Catawba Dance and Drum Group performance, 6 to 8 p.m., Stevens AuditoriumApril 14- Film, "Powwow Highway," 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bradley building, Room 120 http://www.thelancasternews.com/articles/2006/04/02/news/news07_nativeamerican.txt [This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 16 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 08:36:10 -0500 From: "Jodi L Bear" <jlbear@ad.uiuc.edu>Subject: Native American Admissions Counselor position availableAdmissions CounselorOffice of Admissions and RecordsEXTENDED SEARCH Primary Function:This is a full-time, 12-month Academic Professional position. Toprovide information about the University of Illinois atUrbana-Champaign, and the admissions and enrollment process toprospective students, their families and high school and communitycollege counselors. This position will have an emphasis in NativeAmerican Recruitment. Duties and Responsibilities: In collaboration with the Associate Director of Admissions, the NativeAmerican House, and the campus community identify key recruitment areasfor Native American students. Provide high quality service in all interactions with counselors,applicants and parents of prospective students. Present the outstanding academic resources, programs, facilities andextracurricular offerings of the Urbana-Champaign campus to prospectivestudents and their parents. This includes speaking with individuals andto audiences ranging in size from 10 to 250 or more people. Serve as a liaison between the Office of Undergraduate Admissions andthe Native American House. Follow up on promising admission prospects by telephone and/or writtencorrespondence. Respond to prospective student inquiries for admissions information bytelephone, in writing, via e-mail and in person. Represent the University at college day/night programs at high schools,community colleges, college fairs and community or Native Americanfocused events. Review as a member of the Admissions Committee, the academicqualifications and personal statement of applicants. Assume responsibility for several project assignments each yearincluding assisting with programming planning and communications. Theadministrative project assignments for this position may vary from yearto year based on the office's objectives, the skills of the admissionsstaff, and the incumbent's abilities and interests. Other appropriate duties as assigned. Minimum Education Qualification and Work Experience Bachelor's degree and one year of relevant experience.A strong understanding and experience working with Native Americanpopulations.Valid Driver's License.Prefer a Master's Degree and three years of relevant experience. Important Skills and Desirable Personal Attributes Previous work experience in admissions, recruitment or higher education.An understanding of and sensitivity and commitment to affirmative actionin educational access and employment.Enthusiastic approach to work and commitment to delivery of high qualityservice.An outgoing and warm personality.Strong public speaking ability.Demonstrated writing ability and organizational skills.Interest in extensive travel and a personal schedule that accommodatesthe travel portion of the position.A cooperative work style and strong personal initiative.High achievement in previous work and/or educational experiences.Familiarity with computers and computer systems.Ability to lift and move heavy boxes of materials. Salary Range Approximately $28,000 - $30,000, commensurate with experience Starting Date As soon as possible after closing date. For full consideration, submit letter of application, resume and name,address and telephone number of three references by April 27, 2006 to: Jodi BearUniversity of IllinoisOffice of Admissions and Records901 W. Illinois, Rm 385Urbana, IL 61801Email: jlbear@uiuc.edu The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal OpportunityEmployer Jodi L. Bear, Ed.M.Assistant Director of Business OperationsUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignOffice of Admissions and Records901 W. Illinois; Room 385 Urbana, IL 61801 MC-061217.333.4104 217.244.0903 (fax) [This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 17 Date: Sun, 2 Apr 2006 11:56:37 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Call for Volunteers-Santa Fe Indian Market NEWS RELEASE March 31, 2006 Contact: Joan Siebens Southwestern Association for Indian Arts (SWAIA) 505.983.5220 x 234 (ph) : 505.983.7647 (fax) www.swaia.org volunteer@swaia.org 2006 SWAIA SANTA FE INDIAN MARKET CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS! No matter what your skills or physical abilities…If you love Native American art, like meeting new people, having a great time behind-the-scene, meeting the artists, and helping a great Native American art organization… The Southwestern Association for Indian Arts, Inc. needs YOU! SWAIA is gearing up for the 85th Annual Santa Fe Indian Market to be held August 19-20, 2006. Volunteers are needed for a variety of times, dates and positions. All volunteers are welcome to help where they feel they are best suited. Even if you have volunteered before, SWAIA would like to hear from you to ensure you receive your volunteer forms. To request a Volunteer Form and Job Description/Preference by mail, please contact the SWAIA Volunteer Coordinator, Joan Siebens by email: volunteer@swaia.org or by phone 505-983-5220 x 234. For more information about SWAIA or the Santa Fe Indian Market, please visit www.swaia.org or call 505.983.5220. [This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 18 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:28:25 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: R.A.C.E. 2006 Relevance of Assessment & Culture in Education Indigenous Issues and Voices In Educational Research and AssessmentR.A.C.E. 2006 Relevance of Assessment & Culture inEducationIndigenous Issues and VoicesIn Educational Research and AssessmentPresented by the College of EducationDivision of Curriculum & InstructionDivision of Educational Leadership & Policy StudiesApril 27-29th, 2006Tempe, AZwebsite http://coe.asu.edu/ivera/ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 19 Date: Sun, 2 Apr 2006 12:54:45 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: 2006 International Indigenous Business and Entrepreneurship ConferenceJune 19-22, 2006Sandia Casino & ResortAlbuquerque, NMThe International Indigenous Business andEntrepreneurship Conference and Expo willbring together international and domestic academicsand indigenous entrepreneurs andpolicy-makers participants who are interested and/orinvolved in Indigenous businessand entrepreneurship. See websitehttp://iibec.mgt.unm.edu/default.asp.For more info contact Jaye Francis, ConferenceCoordinator Ph: (505) 277-8889, Fax:(505) 277-9868 or at iibec@mgt.unm.edu.Download the Registration Form. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 20 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:23:50 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: 2003-04 SASS DataNCES Releases First Report Containing 2003-04 SASSDataThe National Center for Education Statistics in theInstitute of EducationSciences yesterday released its first reportcontaining data from the2003-04 Schools and Staffing Survey (SASS), thenation’s most extensivesample survey of schools and the teachers andadministrators who staff them.The report, “Characteristics of Schools, Districts,Teachers, Principals,and School Libraries in the United States," coverspublic, private, andBureau of Indian Affairs schools. NCES has administered SASS since 1987.To download, view and print the publication as a PDFfile, please visit:<http://nces.ed.gov/pubsearch/pubsinfo.asp?pubid=2006313>________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 21 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:25:39 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: STUDENTS.GOV INFOSOURCE - Summer Internship InformationYour Student Gateway to the US Government Volume V,Issue 4 - April 2006students.gov InfoSource provides useful tips and infofor college studentsand their families. Published periodically,students.gov InfoSource issponsored by the US Department of Education, FederalStudent Aid office.http://www.students.gov________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 22 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:26:43 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: 2006 - 2007 ASU Parents Association First Generation Scholarship AwardsGeneral InformationThrough the generous support of ASU parents, theParents Association hasestablished a fund to make multiple one-time awards of$2,000 - $4,000 eachfor the 2006 - 2007 academic year to current, undergraduate students whoare thefirst-generation in their family planning to graduatefrom a four year college or university. This fund is intended to helpfirst-generationstudents achieve success in their ASU program. Allawards will be based onfinancial need and demonstrated evidence of strongcommitment to academicsuccess and achievement of personal and educationalgoals. The applicationdeadline is May 1, 2006. Complete details, eligibilityrequirements, termsand conditions can be obtained by visitingwww.asu.edu/parents for a link tothe application.CONTACT US: www.asu.edu/parents information,resources & current events forparents parentsassociation@asu.edu. Email yourquestions, concerns or comments________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 23 Date: Sun, 2 Apr 2006 13:24:55 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: North American Prepatory Meeting for the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (04/29 - 04/30)REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT: http://www.hrusa.org/indig/index.shtmYoung People/Students interested in volunteering atthe event, please contact: Alyssa Macy,alyssa@ccp.org, or 612-331-7444********************************************************************WILTON LITTLECHILD, I.P.C.,C.M., F.P., Q.C.Barrister and SolicitorBox 370Hobbema, Alberta, CanadaTOC 1NO(780) 585-3038 Fax:(780) 585-2025 585-3037 E-mail:jwlittle@incentre.netNorth America Indigenous First Nations, Organizationsand Communities:Dear Friends and Colleagues:As the Indigenous Independent Expert Member from NorthAmerica on the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, Iwould like to provide you with an update from ourrecent Inter-Sessional meeting of the Permanent ForumMembers. This meeting took place in Nuuk, Greenlandon February 13 to 17, 2006.I am concerned about how we can work together to makethe Permanent Forum more effective, focused andproductive. One solution proposed last year was tostrongly encourage participants to consolidate theirrecommendations into regional statements andpresentations as much as possible.As some of you may also recall at the last session,Indigenous participants from two regions, Africa andAsia, were able to organize regional preparatorymeetings before the session. As a result, those tworegions were able to present strong consolidatedstatements, which made a considerable impact on thesession. As you know, we scheduled regional sideevents during the session to share issues ofparticular concern to some regions with otherparticipants and Permanent Forum Members.This year North America and the other regions arescheduled to present regional special events duringthe upcoming 5th Session of the Forum. In order to dothis most effectively, I would respectfully recommendthat we hold a preparatory session for the NorthAmerica region, even though the time frame is short. In addition to planning this special event together,this preparatory meeting will provide the opportunityto share important information and could developregional statements and possible recommendations onkey issues.The agenda for this meeting could include:1. A report on the decisions and discussions fromthe Inter-Sessional Meeting.2. Recommendations for strengthening the role andincreasing the effectiveness of the Permanent Forum,especially in light of the impacts of the current“U.N. reform” and changes in the U.N. Human RightsSystem.3. A report from the recent U.N. Expert Seminar onIndigenous Peoples’ Permanent Sovereignty Over NaturalResources and Their Relationship to Land, and thespecific recommendations regarding the work of thePermanent Forum.4. Organizing the North America region special eventfor the 5th session.5. Announcing the U.N. Expert Seminar on Treaties,Agreements and Other Constructive Arrangement inTreaty 6 Territory, Alberta, Canada in September,2006.6. Updates on the U.N. Declaration on the Rights ofIndigenous Peoples and the possible role andresponsibility of the Permanent Forum in light of whathappens at the Final Session of the C.H.R.7. Development of a regional statement and/orrecommendations on these and other issues, includingthe focus issue for this session of the PermanentForum, the Millennium Development Goals 3 to 6.Since unfortunately the Permanent Forum does not havea budget to support regional preparatory meetings, thetravel and lodging costs will need to be “on our own”. A few Indigenous organizations are working to helpraise funds to cover costs for at least some of themeals for participants during the meeting, but thiseffort is still in process. You should plan at thispoint to be able to cover your own meal costs as well.The dates proposed for this two-day meeting are April29 and 30, 2006. The University of Minnesota HumanRights Center has offered to provide meeting space(room 65) at the University of Minnesota Law School,229 19th Avenue So., Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455. The phone number there is (612) 626-0041, fax (612)625-2011.We did consider holding the meeting right before thePermanent Forum session in New York to save on travelcosts, but this would make for too long of a timecommitment for many representatives as well as a veryrushed time frame for any preparations based on theresults. There are also several other meetingsalready scheduled for the weekend before the PermanentForum starts.I realize this is short notice and everyone has a busyschedule. Finances may also make it difficult forsome representatives to attend, but it seems, based onsome initial consultations, that at least some of theFirst Nations and Organizations who regularly attendthe Permanent Forum from the North America region[United States and Canada] will make every effort tosend one or more representatives to this session.The hotel nearest the site, within close walkingdistance, is the Holiday Inn Metrodome, 1500Washington Avenue South, Minneapolis, Tel: (612)333-4646, Fax: (612) 338-4049, toll free number:1(800) 448-3663. Let them know that you areattending a meeting at the University of Minnesota LawSchool to receive a discounted rate (about $99US pernight). Marcus is the Reservation Manager’s name.Please let me know if you have any questions, commentsor suggestions. Also please call Emily @ (780)585-3038 to confirm your participation or e-mail @jwlittle@incentre.net. I hope to see many of you atthis regional preparatory meeting and also at thePermanent Forum’s 5th session this May in New York.Yours truly,Mr. Wilton Littlechild, I.P.C.Member, U.N. Permanent Forum on Indigenous IssuesJWL/ehl________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 24 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:33:07 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Finance Longitudinal Data Tool - New Web ToolA new Finance Longitudinal Data Tool has been added tothe EducationFinance Statistics Center (EDFIN) website. The EDFINsite now has twosearchable data tools. The Peer Search Tool allowscomparisons of thefinances of school districts with its peers based onthe latest availablefiscal data. Peers can be selected manually, orautomatically based on totalstudents, student/teacher ratio, percent children inpoverty, district type,and locale code. The new Longitudinal Data Toolallows comparisons offiscal and nonfiscal school district data over timefrom 1989-90 to 1999-2000.To access and use either of these finance tools pleasevisit:http://nces.ed.gov/edfin/search/datatools.asp________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 25 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:32:07 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Lodging/Travel Assistance for Students & Postdocs to Attend the 2006 SACNAS National ConferenceThe Society for Advancement of Chicanos and NativeAmericans in Science (SACNAS) announces the 2006SACNAS National Conference, taking place October26-29, in Tampa, Florida. You are invited to registerfor the one conference this year that is sure toinspire you, advance your career and make you feelsurrounded by friends and family. Preliminaryconference agenda materials, conference highlights,registration (including financial aid application forstudents and postdocs), and booth reservations areavailable on online. 2006 Conference Theme: ScienceRevolution in Minority Communities: What Progress HaveWe Made? Financial Aid Application Deadline: May 1, 2006Deadline: 5/1/06Website: www.sacnas.org/confNew/confClient/current/ Contact Info >>SACNAS877-SACNAS-1info@sacnas.org
Message: 3 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:25:20 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: "Service Learning Grants to Promote Crime Prevention & Community Service"The National Crime Prevention Council will awardgrants to supportservice-learning projects planned and implemented byyouth who identifyneeds and create projects to address or prevent crime,violence, and drugabuse in their schools and communities. These grantsare intended toencourage and promote crime prevention, communityservice, and civicresponsibility. Maximum Award: $500. Eligibility: Ages11-19; Youth must beparticipating in a Community Works or Youth SafetyCorps program or be in ayouth group or class of six or more members. Deadline:June 1, 2006.http://www.ncpc.org/programs/tcc/For a detailed listing of EXISTING GRANT OPPORTUNITIES(updated each week),visit: http://www.publiceducation.org/newsblast_grants.asp________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 4 Date: Sun, 2 Apr 2006 12:52:22 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: The Walter and Duncan Gordon Foundation Global Youth Fellowships (Canadian Youth)Deadline: May 15, 2006 The Walter and Duncan Gordon Foundation announced itsinaugural Global YouthFellowships targeted to emerging, young Canadianleaders who demonstrate potentialto enhance Canada’s role on the world stage.Applicants must be Canadiancitizens or landed immigrants and 24 to 35 years ofage with previous internationalwork experience (paid or volunteer). Candidates alsoneed to demonstrate sustainedcommitment to international issues through studies,career choices and volunteeractivities. Successful candidates will receive a cashaward of $20,000 each andother types of support. Nomination deadline is May 15,2006. Click here to find outmore. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 5 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:27:57 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: (AISES) American Indian Science and Engineering Society Region III 2006 Conference(AISES) American Indian Science and EngineeringSociety Region III 2006 ConferenceApril 20-22Holiday Inn & ASU, Tempe, AZ Contact: (480) 965 – 5687 or visit ASU AISES Website http://www.fulton.asu.edu/~aises/________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 6 Date: Sun, 2 Apr 2006 12:53:37 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: 57th Annual Council on Foundations ConferenceMay 7-9, 2006 David L. Lawrence Convention CenterPittsburgh, PA www.cof.orgEffective and Innovative Strategies forIncreasing Indigenous GrantmakingSaturday May 6, 2006 4-6pm Room 324Partnership and collaboration are essential forsuccessful grantmaking to Indigenouscommunities. Join this session to explore waysinternational grantmakers can improvetheir grantmaking practice. Reviews of successfulcases will provide tools toenhance collaborative potential and to structure andsupport interpersonalrelationships between grantmaker and indigenousgrantee. This session will alsodiscuss International Funders for Indigenous Peoples(IFIP) accomplishments and waysto become more involved with IFIP.International Funders for Indigenous PeoplesAnnual Awards ReceptionSunday May 7, 2006 6-7PM Room 323Please join International Funders for IndigenousPeoples (IFIP) Annual presentationof the IFIP Award, bestowed upon an individual thathas demonstrated efforts toincrease philanthropic support for Indigenous Peoplesaround the world. Last year,the very first recipient of this prestigious award waspresented to SusanBerresford, President of the Ford Foundation, for herleadership in increasing agreater commitment from a philanthropic institution.We are all looking forward tohonoring the next philanthropic leader to be announcedsoon. All are welcomed toattend and take part in this momentous event.Refreshments will be provided.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 7 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:25:59 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Accenture Scholarship InformationAccenture (NYSE:ACN) is now accepting applications forits scholarship fundprogram for American Indian students. The AccentureAmerican IndianScholarship Fund supports students with financial needentering fields ofprofessional study. These scholarships are part of thecompany's commitmentto the American Indian community; last year, Accenturebecame the managementconsulting and information technology services advisorto the SmithsonianNational Museum of the American Indian in WashingtonD.C. "The AccentureAmerican Indian Scholarship Fund meets a vital needfor American Indian andAlaska Native students seeking higher education andrequiring financialassistance,"said Randy Willis,senior executive sponsorof Accenture'sAmerican Indian interestgroup. In 2006, the AccentureAmerican IndianScholarship Fund will award seven scholarships intotal. Successfulcandidates will have excelled academically anddemonstrated leadershipability, as well ascommitment to community.Specifically, Accenture willaward three types of scholarships to high-achievingAmerican Indian andAlaska Native students seekingdegrees and careers inthe teaching, socialservices, high technologyor business fields:-- Accenture Scholars - three undergraduatescholarships of $20,000 eachwill be awarded to high school seniors pursuing afour-year undergraduateprogram at a U.S. university or college. Applicationsare due on May 2, 2006.-- Accenture Fellows - two graduate scholarships of$15,000 each will beawarded to undergraduate students pursuing an advanceddegree at a U.S.accredited university or college. Applications are dueon June 1, 2006.-- Finalist Scholarships - two undergraduatescholarships of $1,000 per yearfor four years and one graduate scholarship of $2,500per year for two yearswill be awarded to candidates for the AccentureScholars and Fellowsscholarships.Specific eligibility criteria for the scholarships.For more information on how to apply for theseAccenture sponsoredscholarships, visit:http://careers3.accenture.com/Careers/US/DiversityInclusion/aigc________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 8 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:27:05 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Intertribal Deaf Conference - June 14- 17, 2006At the San Carlos Apache Gold Convention CenterLocated on the: San Carlos Apache Indian ReservationEast of Globe, Arizona For further information, ideas and/or feedback, pleaseemail 2006 IDCConference Chair, Jeremy Dillon and/or Evelyn Opitz atnative_terpie2003@yahoo.comArizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard ofHearing RepresentativeBeca Bailey, Deaf Specialist, atbeca.bailey@acdhh.state.az.us (602) 542-3323 Voice (602) 364-0990 TTY 800-350-8161V/TTYCheck out the IDC Website at: www.deafnative.comVolunteer Help is Greatly Appreciated________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 9 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:24:40 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: "Grants for Youth and Scientific Education"The American Honda Foundation Grants Program isaccepting proposals fromorganizations working in the areas of youth andscientific education.The American Honda Foundation defines "youth" aspre-natal through 21 yearsof age. "Scientific education" includes both physical and lifesciences, mathematicsand the environmental sciences. Eligibility:Educational institutions, K-12, accredited highereducation institutions(colleges and universities), and others. See websitefor full listing.Maximum Award: $40,000 to $80,000. Deadline: May 1,2006.http://corporate.honda.com/images/banners/america/AHF_brochure.pdf________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 10 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:23:24 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: The National Center for Education Statistics - IPEDS State Tables 2003The National Center for Education Statistics announcesthe addition ofthe IPEDS State Tables 2003 to the Tables Library areaof the online DataAnalysis System (DAS). The Integrated PostsecondaryEducation DataSystem (IPEDS) is a single, comprehensive systemdesigned to encompass allinstitutions and educational organizations whoseprimary purpose is toprovide postsecondary education. The IPEDS StateTables 2003 providestate-level aggregate data on postsecondaryinstitutions for all 50states in areas including:* Percentage distribution of Title IV institutions* Price information* Degrees conferred* Certificates conferred* Employees, faculty, and graduate assistants* Enrollment* Financial aid* Graduation and transfer rates* Revenue and expensesThe tables are available in HTML and Excel fileformats. In addition,Table Parameter Files (TFP) for the state tables canbe downloaded andused to replicate or modify them, as needed, using theonline DASapplication.To view, print, or download the tables, please visit:http://nces.ed.gov/das/library/tables_listings/state2003_toc.asp________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 11 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:26:15 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Michael Baker Corp Scholarship for Diversity in EngineeringView the following link for scholarship information:Wilkes Universityhttp://www.wilkes.edu/pages/194.asp?item=9536________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 12 Date: Sun, 2 Apr 2006 12:52:50 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Fund for Wild Nature Invites ProposalsDeadline: April 28, 2006The Fund for Wild Nature provides money for campaignsto save and restore nativespecies and wild ecosystems, including actions todefend wilderness and biologicaldiversity. The fund supports advocacy, litigation,public policy work, developmentof citizen science, and similar endeavors. The fundsupports projects only in theUnited States, Canada, and Mexico.Visit the Fund for Wild Nature Web site for completegrant guidelines at:http://fundwildnature.org.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 13 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:21:12 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Project: Moccasins seeks out beadersSherry <n8tivesinthemilitaryusa4u@nativeweb.net>wrote: Project: Moccasins is seeking out beaders for our project.Project: Moccasins send out a pair of moccasins to ournative men & women who are serving in harms way. They will provide the needed material just need thosewho can bead moccasins :)Hit me back if you would like more information.Anyone who knows of a native american stationedoverseas please let me know so a pair can be sent to them.Thank you~ Sherry Creek & CherokeeFounder of Support our Native Troops Overseas withLetters & Care Packageswww.aicco.org/troops.aspAssociate Member of Project: Moccasins________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 14 Date: Sun, 2 Apr 2006 12:32:49 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: PolitiCorps is Igniting Leaders for the Politics of TomorrowPolitiCorps is Igniting Leaders for the Politics ofTomorrowPolitiCorps is the only program of its kind - a10-week intensive political immersion program that provides futureleaders with skills training, policy courses and intensive fieldwork. These courses include campaign management training, public speakingand debate, political messaging and media courses, and more. Fellows spend a significant amount of their time conducting field workwith partner programs, directly impacting state and local races byworking to increase urban youth voter registration andparticipating and organizing Bus trips to swing districts to canvass forprogressive candidates. The program seeks to educate fellows onthe intricacies of state politics, using Oregon as a model. In addition,it is designed to take these lessons and connect them to the nationalarena. Fellows leave the program with an in-depth understanding ofhow to effectively work with and influence the political system.Fellows: PolitiCorps seeks fellows that aspire to bethe future leaders of the progressive movement. We look for dynamic,intelligent, innovative, hard-working and natural leaders.Classes are anything but typical, with skillstrainings, policy seminars and maybe even the occasional congregationvisit. Some of the topics from past classes are Campaign Planning, YouthGOTV, Public Speaking, Revolutions in Health Care, Land UsePlanning and Grassroots Organizing.Instructors include the best and brightest minds fromacross the state and the nation, such as former Governors BarbaraRoberts and John Kitzhaber, the Oregon House Democrats campaigndirector Jon Isaacs, and Malia Lazu, the National Field Director for Cities forProgress.Field work breaks into two categories: the youthmobilization giant Building Votes, and working on the ins and outs ofplanning an honest-to-goodness Bus Trip… then executing it.Building Votes launched during the summer of 2005 and was implemented largelyby past Fellows as they recruited over 400 Apartment Captains andBlock Captains across the Portland Metro area.Former PolitiCorps fellows agree that PolitiCorps isthe cuttiing-edge program for future leaders“I entered PolitiCorps in search of a uniqueopportunity to simultaneously continue developing my leadershipskills while generating real, strategic, change in my community. PolitiCorps provides a host of relevant, thought provoking andtruly interactive classes. These classes coupled with challengingfieldwork changed the way I approach my work in the public interest. Meaningful relationships established over the course of theprogram will ensure my continued growth and effectiveness as an advocate fordemocracy. In short, PolitiCorps delivers.” – Adam Petkun,PolitiCorps 2005 Fellow“PolitiCorps gave me general organizing tools …specific campaign tools … and friends I look forward to running into andworking with again.” – Joel Berning, PolitiCorps 2005 FellowPolitiCorps 2006 runs from June 19th through August25th. Application deadline is Friday, April 14th @ 5pm. Go towww.politicorps.org for more information, or email rahna.epting@busproject.org________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 15 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:43:16 EDT From: Rosepetl5@aol.comSubject: Native American studies experts to gather at USCLFrom UNA-News:Native American studies experts to gather at USCLBy University of South Carolina at LancasterThe University of South Carolina at Lancaster will host a panel of experts from around the Carolinas and Georgia to discuss the state of Native American studies in the Southeast on April 12.The forum will be held as part of a week-long series of events, sponsored by USCL, Duke Power Co., and the Humanities Council of South Carolina, Highlighting American Indian Art, Culture and Scholarship. All events are free and open to the public.The roundtable on Native studies will be held in USCL's Stevens Auditorium from 2 to 4 p.m. It will include scholars from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, UNC-Charlotte, UNC-Pembroke, Western Carolina University, Wake Forest University, the University of Georgia, USCL and the University of South Carolina, along with experts on Southeastern Indian archaeology from the Schiele Museum in Gastonia, N.C., and representatives of the Catawba, Lumbee and Cherokee nations.Panelists will discuss the state of Native American studies in academic institutions in the region, collaborations between academic institutions and American Indian communities, and the future of Native studies in the Southeast.The impetus for the forum is USCL's proposed program in Native American Studies, which will focus on Catawba Indian culture and history.On April 13, USCL will host a day of events featuring demonstrations of Catawba pottery-making and a performance by the Catawba Cultural Center's drum and dance group.Other highlights of the week include a demonstration of traditional Catawba foodways, evening screenings of films on Native American topics, lectures on the histories and cultures of South Carolina's Native peoples, a program for children and a tour of the T.J. Blumer Catawba Research Collection.For details, contact Dr. Stephen Criswell, director of Catawba studies, at 313-7108 or by e-mail at criswese@gwm.sc.edu.Schedule of eventsApril 10- Lecture on Catawba history and culture, 11 to 11:50 a.m., Bradley Arts and Sciences Building, Room 120April 11- Film "Smoke Signals," 7 to 9:30 p.m., Stevens AuditoriumApril 12- Lecture on state-recognized Native American groups in South Carolina, with speaker Dr. Will Goins of Eastern Cherokee, Southern Iroquois, United Tribes of S.C., 11 to 11:50 a.m., Bradley Arts and Sciences Building, Room 120- Catawba Indian foodways demonstration, noon to 1 p.m., Bradley building multipurpose room- Tour of Native American studies archive and the T.J. Blumer Catawba Research Collection, 1 to 2 p.m., Medford Library- Roundtable discussion on Native American studies in the Southeast, 2 to 4 p.m., Stevens Auditorium- Reception, 4 to 5 p.m., Hubbard Hall commons area- Film and discussion of "Lakota Language and Culture Revitalization: Interviews with Lakota Elders," 7 to 9 p.m.April 13- Catawba pottery demonstration, 1 to 3 p.m., USCL art studio- Catawba cultural program for children, 4 to 5 p.m., Bradley multipurpose room- Catawba Dance and Drum Group performance, 6 to 8 p.m., Stevens AuditoriumApril 14- Film, "Powwow Highway," 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bradley building, Room 120 http://www.thelancasternews.com/articles/2006/04/02/news/news07_nativeamerican.txt [This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 16 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 08:36:10 -0500 From: "Jodi L Bear" <jlbear@ad.uiuc.edu>Subject: Native American Admissions Counselor position availableAdmissions CounselorOffice of Admissions and RecordsEXTENDED SEARCH Primary Function:This is a full-time, 12-month Academic Professional position. Toprovide information about the University of Illinois atUrbana-Champaign, and the admissions and enrollment process toprospective students, their families and high school and communitycollege counselors. This position will have an emphasis in NativeAmerican Recruitment. Duties and Responsibilities: In collaboration with the Associate Director of Admissions, the NativeAmerican House, and the campus community identify key recruitment areasfor Native American students. Provide high quality service in all interactions with counselors,applicants and parents of prospective students. Present the outstanding academic resources, programs, facilities andextracurricular offerings of the Urbana-Champaign campus to prospectivestudents and their parents. This includes speaking with individuals andto audiences ranging in size from 10 to 250 or more people. Serve as a liaison between the Office of Undergraduate Admissions andthe Native American House. Follow up on promising admission prospects by telephone and/or writtencorrespondence. Respond to prospective student inquiries for admissions information bytelephone, in writing, via e-mail and in person. Represent the University at college day/night programs at high schools,community colleges, college fairs and community or Native Americanfocused events. Review as a member of the Admissions Committee, the academicqualifications and personal statement of applicants. Assume responsibility for several project assignments each yearincluding assisting with programming planning and communications. Theadministrative project assignments for this position may vary from yearto year based on the office's objectives, the skills of the admissionsstaff, and the incumbent's abilities and interests. Other appropriate duties as assigned. Minimum Education Qualification and Work Experience Bachelor's degree and one year of relevant experience.A strong understanding and experience working with Native Americanpopulations.Valid Driver's License.Prefer a Master's Degree and three years of relevant experience. Important Skills and Desirable Personal Attributes Previous work experience in admissions, recruitment or higher education.An understanding of and sensitivity and commitment to affirmative actionin educational access and employment.Enthusiastic approach to work and commitment to delivery of high qualityservice.An outgoing and warm personality.Strong public speaking ability.Demonstrated writing ability and organizational skills.Interest in extensive travel and a personal schedule that accommodatesthe travel portion of the position.A cooperative work style and strong personal initiative.High achievement in previous work and/or educational experiences.Familiarity with computers and computer systems.Ability to lift and move heavy boxes of materials. Salary Range Approximately $28,000 - $30,000, commensurate with experience Starting Date As soon as possible after closing date. For full consideration, submit letter of application, resume and name,address and telephone number of three references by April 27, 2006 to: Jodi BearUniversity of IllinoisOffice of Admissions and Records901 W. Illinois, Rm 385Urbana, IL 61801Email: jlbear@uiuc.edu The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal OpportunityEmployer Jodi L. Bear, Ed.M.Assistant Director of Business OperationsUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignOffice of Admissions and Records901 W. Illinois; Room 385 Urbana, IL 61801 MC-061217.333.4104 217.244.0903 (fax) [This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 17 Date: Sun, 2 Apr 2006 11:56:37 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Call for Volunteers-Santa Fe Indian Market NEWS RELEASE March 31, 2006 Contact: Joan Siebens Southwestern Association for Indian Arts (SWAIA) 505.983.5220 x 234 (ph) : 505.983.7647 (fax) www.swaia.org volunteer@swaia.org 2006 SWAIA SANTA FE INDIAN MARKET CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS! No matter what your skills or physical abilities…If you love Native American art, like meeting new people, having a great time behind-the-scene, meeting the artists, and helping a great Native American art organization… The Southwestern Association for Indian Arts, Inc. needs YOU! SWAIA is gearing up for the 85th Annual Santa Fe Indian Market to be held August 19-20, 2006. Volunteers are needed for a variety of times, dates and positions. All volunteers are welcome to help where they feel they are best suited. Even if you have volunteered before, SWAIA would like to hear from you to ensure you receive your volunteer forms. To request a Volunteer Form and Job Description/Preference by mail, please contact the SWAIA Volunteer Coordinator, Joan Siebens by email: volunteer@swaia.org or by phone 505-983-5220 x 234. For more information about SWAIA or the Santa Fe Indian Market, please visit www.swaia.org or call 505.983.5220. [This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 18 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:28:25 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: R.A.C.E. 2006 Relevance of Assessment & Culture in Education Indigenous Issues and Voices In Educational Research and AssessmentR.A.C.E. 2006 Relevance of Assessment & Culture inEducationIndigenous Issues and VoicesIn Educational Research and AssessmentPresented by the College of EducationDivision of Curriculum & InstructionDivision of Educational Leadership & Policy StudiesApril 27-29th, 2006Tempe, AZwebsite http://coe.asu.edu/ivera/ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 19 Date: Sun, 2 Apr 2006 12:54:45 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: 2006 International Indigenous Business and Entrepreneurship ConferenceJune 19-22, 2006Sandia Casino & ResortAlbuquerque, NMThe International Indigenous Business andEntrepreneurship Conference and Expo willbring together international and domestic academicsand indigenous entrepreneurs andpolicy-makers participants who are interested and/orinvolved in Indigenous businessand entrepreneurship. See websitehttp://iibec.mgt.unm.edu/default.asp.For more info contact Jaye Francis, ConferenceCoordinator Ph: (505) 277-8889, Fax:(505) 277-9868 or at iibec@mgt.unm.edu.Download the Registration Form. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 20 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:23:50 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: 2003-04 SASS DataNCES Releases First Report Containing 2003-04 SASSDataThe National Center for Education Statistics in theInstitute of EducationSciences yesterday released its first reportcontaining data from the2003-04 Schools and Staffing Survey (SASS), thenation’s most extensivesample survey of schools and the teachers andadministrators who staff them.The report, “Characteristics of Schools, Districts,Teachers, Principals,and School Libraries in the United States," coverspublic, private, andBureau of Indian Affairs schools. NCES has administered SASS since 1987.To download, view and print the publication as a PDFfile, please visit:<http://nces.ed.gov/pubsearch/pubsinfo.asp?pubid=2006313>________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 21 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:25:39 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: STUDENTS.GOV INFOSOURCE - Summer Internship InformationYour Student Gateway to the US Government Volume V,Issue 4 - April 2006students.gov InfoSource provides useful tips and infofor college studentsand their families. Published periodically,students.gov InfoSource issponsored by the US Department of Education, FederalStudent Aid office.http://www.students.gov________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 22 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:26:43 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: 2006 - 2007 ASU Parents Association First Generation Scholarship AwardsGeneral InformationThrough the generous support of ASU parents, theParents Association hasestablished a fund to make multiple one-time awards of$2,000 - $4,000 eachfor the 2006 - 2007 academic year to current, undergraduate students whoare thefirst-generation in their family planning to graduatefrom a four year college or university. This fund is intended to helpfirst-generationstudents achieve success in their ASU program. Allawards will be based onfinancial need and demonstrated evidence of strongcommitment to academicsuccess and achievement of personal and educationalgoals. The applicationdeadline is May 1, 2006. Complete details, eligibilityrequirements, termsand conditions can be obtained by visitingwww.asu.edu/parents for a link tothe application.CONTACT US: www.asu.edu/parents information,resources & current events forparents parentsassociation@asu.edu. Email yourquestions, concerns or comments________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 23 Date: Sun, 2 Apr 2006 13:24:55 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: North American Prepatory Meeting for the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (04/29 - 04/30)REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT: http://www.hrusa.org/indig/index.shtmYoung People/Students interested in volunteering atthe event, please contact: Alyssa Macy,alyssa@ccp.org, or 612-331-7444********************************************************************WILTON LITTLECHILD, I.P.C.,C.M., F.P., Q.C.Barrister and SolicitorBox 370Hobbema, Alberta, CanadaTOC 1NO(780) 585-3038 Fax:(780) 585-2025 585-3037 E-mail:jwlittle@incentre.netNorth America Indigenous First Nations, Organizationsand Communities:Dear Friends and Colleagues:As the Indigenous Independent Expert Member from NorthAmerica on the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, Iwould like to provide you with an update from ourrecent Inter-Sessional meeting of the Permanent ForumMembers. This meeting took place in Nuuk, Greenlandon February 13 to 17, 2006.I am concerned about how we can work together to makethe Permanent Forum more effective, focused andproductive. One solution proposed last year was tostrongly encourage participants to consolidate theirrecommendations into regional statements andpresentations as much as possible.As some of you may also recall at the last session,Indigenous participants from two regions, Africa andAsia, were able to organize regional preparatorymeetings before the session. As a result, those tworegions were able to present strong consolidatedstatements, which made a considerable impact on thesession. As you know, we scheduled regional sideevents during the session to share issues ofparticular concern to some regions with otherparticipants and Permanent Forum Members.This year North America and the other regions arescheduled to present regional special events duringthe upcoming 5th Session of the Forum. In order to dothis most effectively, I would respectfully recommendthat we hold a preparatory session for the NorthAmerica region, even though the time frame is short. In addition to planning this special event together,this preparatory meeting will provide the opportunityto share important information and could developregional statements and possible recommendations onkey issues.The agenda for this meeting could include:1. A report on the decisions and discussions fromthe Inter-Sessional Meeting.2. Recommendations for strengthening the role andincreasing the effectiveness of the Permanent Forum,especially in light of the impacts of the current“U.N. reform” and changes in the U.N. Human RightsSystem.3. A report from the recent U.N. Expert Seminar onIndigenous Peoples’ Permanent Sovereignty Over NaturalResources and Their Relationship to Land, and thespecific recommendations regarding the work of thePermanent Forum.4. Organizing the North America region special eventfor the 5th session.5. Announcing the U.N. Expert Seminar on Treaties,Agreements and Other Constructive Arrangement inTreaty 6 Territory, Alberta, Canada in September,2006.6. Updates on the U.N. Declaration on the Rights ofIndigenous Peoples and the possible role andresponsibility of the Permanent Forum in light of whathappens at the Final Session of the C.H.R.7. Development of a regional statement and/orrecommendations on these and other issues, includingthe focus issue for this session of the PermanentForum, the Millennium Development Goals 3 to 6.Since unfortunately the Permanent Forum does not havea budget to support regional preparatory meetings, thetravel and lodging costs will need to be “on our own”. A few Indigenous organizations are working to helpraise funds to cover costs for at least some of themeals for participants during the meeting, but thiseffort is still in process. You should plan at thispoint to be able to cover your own meal costs as well.The dates proposed for this two-day meeting are April29 and 30, 2006. The University of Minnesota HumanRights Center has offered to provide meeting space(room 65) at the University of Minnesota Law School,229 19th Avenue So., Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455. The phone number there is (612) 626-0041, fax (612)625-2011.We did consider holding the meeting right before thePermanent Forum session in New York to save on travelcosts, but this would make for too long of a timecommitment for many representatives as well as a veryrushed time frame for any preparations based on theresults. There are also several other meetingsalready scheduled for the weekend before the PermanentForum starts.I realize this is short notice and everyone has a busyschedule. Finances may also make it difficult forsome representatives to attend, but it seems, based onsome initial consultations, that at least some of theFirst Nations and Organizations who regularly attendthe Permanent Forum from the North America region[United States and Canada] will make every effort tosend one or more representatives to this session.The hotel nearest the site, within close walkingdistance, is the Holiday Inn Metrodome, 1500Washington Avenue South, Minneapolis, Tel: (612)333-4646, Fax: (612) 338-4049, toll free number:1(800) 448-3663. Let them know that you areattending a meeting at the University of Minnesota LawSchool to receive a discounted rate (about $99US pernight). Marcus is the Reservation Manager’s name.Please let me know if you have any questions, commentsor suggestions. Also please call Emily @ (780)585-3038 to confirm your participation or e-mail @jwlittle@incentre.net. I hope to see many of you atthis regional preparatory meeting and also at thePermanent Forum’s 5th session this May in New York.Yours truly,Mr. Wilton Littlechild, I.P.C.Member, U.N. Permanent Forum on Indigenous IssuesJWL/ehl________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 24 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:33:07 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Finance Longitudinal Data Tool - New Web ToolA new Finance Longitudinal Data Tool has been added tothe EducationFinance Statistics Center (EDFIN) website. The EDFINsite now has twosearchable data tools. The Peer Search Tool allowscomparisons of thefinances of school districts with its peers based onthe latest availablefiscal data. Peers can be selected manually, orautomatically based on totalstudents, student/teacher ratio, percent children inpoverty, district type,and locale code. The new Longitudinal Data Toolallows comparisons offiscal and nonfiscal school district data over timefrom 1989-90 to 1999-2000.To access and use either of these finance tools pleasevisit:http://nces.ed.gov/edfin/search/datatools.asp________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 25 Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:32:07 -0700 (PDT) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Lodging/Travel Assistance for Students & Postdocs to Attend the 2006 SACNAS National ConferenceThe Society for Advancement of Chicanos and NativeAmericans in Science (SACNAS) announces the 2006SACNAS National Conference, taking place October26-29, in Tampa, Florida. You are invited to registerfor the one conference this year that is sure toinspire you, advance your career and make you feelsurrounded by friends and family. Preliminaryconference agenda materials, conference highlights,registration (including financial aid application forstudents and postdocs), and booth reservations areavailable on online. 2006 Conference Theme: ScienceRevolution in Minority Communities: What Progress HaveWe Made? Financial Aid Application Deadline: May 1, 2006Deadline: 5/1/06Website: www.sacnas.org/confNew/confClient/current/ Contact Info >>SACNAS877-SACNAS-1info@sacnas.org
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