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, Latino and Native American communities, as well as advancing scholarship in ethnic studies and racial diversity both on the Oregon State campus as well as statewide and regionally. "This institute was a unique opportunity to bring together Tribal culture keepers from both records management and archival programs," said Natalia Fernandez, Oregon Multicultural Librarian with OSU Libraries. "While one of the main goals of the institute was to provide an opportunity for professional development, our …

McClary was the only one to vote against sending the primary idea to Tribal voters because, he said, he thought Tribal Council should have moved forward with resolutions on both survey questions in an effort to save money. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest Updates: …

recently said that mascots are supposed to be inspirational and, therefore, it was a compliment that schools would use a Native American mascot. The Tribe also opposed a one-size-fits-all solution to the issue. Vice Chair Reyn Leno said he was disappointed that the Board of Education missed the entire point that the Grand Ronde Tribe supported - teaching Oregon children about Tribal history is a more important issue than the use of Native mascots by high schools. Leno said he also was disappointed …

the ring I had lost my mom, divorced, been in a car accident and was currently on crutches after being in an accident at home. I had lost so much already and was tired of being on, what felt like, the losing end. So in a way, that ring became even more valuable to me, and it felt like one more piece of me was gone, too.” 2008 – The Grand Ronde Tribal Council authorized applying to the Federal Transit Administration for a $393,142 Tribal Transit grant to help fund commuter transit service between …

. The Tribe’s proposed name was one of four finalists and the public was invited to vote on their favorite. The TriMet Naming Committee unanimously choose “Tilikum” – “Bridge of the People” -- as the new bridge’s name. Earlier this year, the Tribe also gifted two basalt carvings and a large bronze medallion to TriMet that will help remind Portland and its residents that Native Americans have lived and continue to live along the shores of the river since time immemorial. All three pieces, collectively …

company that helps anyone learn software, design and business skills. Brayden got some ideas there on how to start. "The site taught me how to submit our app to the app store," he says. The website opened for business on Feb. 11. By Feb. 19, customers had purchased 36 apps at $3.99 each. The app for Apple iPhones, iPads and iTouch is at the iTunes store at itunes.apple.com/us/app/icallelk-instructional-elk/id814067094?mt=8 . The duo has plans for new apps, including one with elk recipes, a specialty …

to remove by bailing. Regardless of some of the challenges, it was the trip of a lifetime for Brian Krehbiel, Canoe Family member and Tribal Cultural Education specialist. He said this year's Canoe Journey was a real humbling experience. Krehbiel said there were a handful of stops on the way at which one family would feed them and additional homes were open for them to cook, take showers and camp in their yards. On previous journeys through Puget Sound, larger Tribes, usually with casinos, would …

Health & Education Clinic strategies increase revenue, create savings 01.14.2014 Dean Rhodes Health & Wellness The Tribe's Health and Wellness Center has been working on a number of strategies to promote healthy individuals, families and community. The strategies are in response to the Tribe's 2010 Strategic Plan that focuses on government improvement by implementing measurable goals. In the last six years, the clinic has doubled annual revenue to almost $10 million. One strategy …

for her as there was always someone in the house. Family was No. 1 to Pearl. She had one child, Thomas Roy Beebe, who died of cancer at the age of 27. She was the oldest of four children and sibling to William Roy Tanner, Frederick Roy Tanner and Beatrice Tanner, who all preceded her in death. Pearl was also auntie to many nieces and nephews who preceded her in death. She is survived by her nieces Pearl Boswell and Christina Morgan and nephews William Boyd and Billy Tanner. Pearl worked throughout …

Laboratory manager, is her deputy. One of their objectives is to determine supplies the Tribal clinic has and what needs to be ordered within a week. The resources needed to prevent the spread of Ebola to medical personnel range from fluid-resistant gowns, particulate respirator face masks, infection control tape to disposable commode liners. There also is a need to identify an isolation room in the clinic in which to keep patients suspected of having the virus. Once appropriate supplies are obtained …