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specifically to this Tribe and so it feels like that just going back the Tribe and then in federal trust for the Tribe is an interesting kind of full circle in that history…we’re playing a role in history as we speak.” The commission first tried to transfer the land to the Tribe in 2022 but was unable to complete the process because at the time, there was no Oregon statute that permitted a no-cost transfer to a federally recognized Tribe. In the interim, a memorandum of understanding was approved …

Culture Walking On -- Walter Cruikshank 06.18.2019 Danielle Frost Walking On Walter Cruikshank Walter Daniel Cruikshank March 11, 1975 – June 15, 2019 Walter Daniel Cruikshank was born in Lincoln City, Ore., on March 11, 1975, and walked on at the age of 44 on June 15, 2019. Walter was a loving and caring person. He loved to collect coins, pan for gold, listen to music and watch movies. He loved animals and children. But, most of all, he loved to spend time with his family. He used …

is to transfer to Corban University where she will earn a degree in counseling. Bryanna's hobbies include writing, singing, reading and spending time with friends and family. She is truly an outstanding leader for her community and Tribe. As a staff, we couldn't be prouder. It is a great honor to have a Tribal member receive this prestigious scholarship. Congratulations Bryanna from the entire Tribal Higher Education staff on a job well done. We wish you the very best in your educational journey. Share …

with the transfer taking only four months and eight days from the time that our application was submitted," Reibach said. "Our success in Tribal Realty is due to having such a great team here, including a Tribal Council that is very astute on Indian land issues, an excellent working relationship with the state and county agencies, and some hard-working folks at the BIA and BLM." In December, Reibach briefed the Tribal membership on Tribal lands, stating that the Tribe owned 12,513 acres …

, Phillips says, but in Emma's time local bars couldn't keep them in stock. Following the tradition, when Pearl's family owned a store in Lafayette, Pearl ran the soda fountain, recalls Phillips. "Her milkshakes were so good that a friend who was running a truck stopped every day for mother to make him a milkshake. And in the meantime, she was taking care of me." "(Her father) taught the children the ways of the Indians and to always respect Mother Earth," says Phillips. Father and daughter "were very …

. Last year, about 60 Tribal students attended Chemeketa, said April Campbell, a Tribal member and manager of the Tribal Education Department. "I think the biggest advantage is that the new facility allows the McMinnville Chemeketa campus to offer more classes," said Campbell. "That will really help our students who are living in McMinnville and seeking a transfer to a four-year institution. "Prior to the new facility, students working toward transfer degrees traveled to the main campus in Salem …

. We need to take a deep breath because we’re going to need to move forward again. We have to do this again. We’re going to have to do this more often. These shields are still going to Standing Rock.” Despite the announcement of the Army Corps’ denial of a needed permit, Energy Transfer Partners’ construction crews have not left the area and neither have the water protectors. As of press time, an arctic blast has been pounding northern states including North Dakota. Schools, airports and highways …

-oriented to lead us in such a massive undertaking," Karnosh said. "In addition, the combination of programs into the Land and Culture Department really streamlined things for this complex land transfer." "The process for this project is very intensive with many steps and requirements that demand a high level of coordination by the Tribe with many offices and agencies," Reibach said. He also thanked the Tribe's Cultural Protection Program and its partners at BPA and the Western Rivers Conservancy …

. That is our goal here; not sometimes, but all the time. That is what I keep in mind in the day-to-day activities I complete at work." Mendez-Anderson won the same prizes as DeVore, and said of the front row parking space, "It may seem like a little detail, but if you've ever parked at the casino on a difficult night, it's awesome." She also has not decided on her vacation. Mendez-Anderson, a Tribal member, is attending school full-time, finishing her transfer degree and ultimately aiming to earn …

Culture Ingram named Miss Naimumu at Portland State 05.18.2016 Dean Rhodes Culture , People Former Veterans Special Event Board Queen Savannah Ingram was named Miss Naimuma for 2016-17 by the United Indigenous Students in Higher Education at Portland State University during its powwow on Saturday, April 23. Ingram originally ran for the title in 2009 and was the first runner-up. At that time, United Indigenous Students said that 2009 was the first time that they had ever had Royalty. “To my …