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Short Talks: Home Event Wrap-Up
Event Recording
On January 28, four Native American Huskies took the virtual stage to share personal stories of what “home” means to them as part of UWAA’s Short Talks series. It was an inspiring evening of poignant storytelling, sharing and community. Thank you to all who tuned in to our presentation.
This recording was available for viewing until April 1, 2021.
Featuring
Tyson Johnston (Quinault), Vice President, Quinault Indian Nation
Dian Million (Tanana Athabascan), Associate Professor and Chair, American Indian Studies, UW
Gena Peone, ’08 (Spokane), Archivist, Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission
Robin Little Wing Sigo, ’06 (Suquamish), Treasurer, Suquamish Tribe
MODERATOR: Casey Wynecoop, ’16 (Spokane), Assistant Director, wǝɫǝbʔaltxʷ – Intellectual House, UW
Short Talks: Home Spotify Playlist
Featured Vendors
Off the Rez Café
UW alum owned, Off the Rez Café, is located in the new Burke Museum building on the UW campus. Their menu features traditional frybread and indian tacos, chili, wild rice bowls and more. Order online for pick up and delivery!
Caitlin Keller (Omaha)
Marie-Lieb Design
Instagram: @marielieb_design
Emma Noyes, ’11 (Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation)
Mole & Moon art can be purchased at https://www.fromherespokane.com/
Instagram: @expertink
Author: Baby Speaks Salish
MaryJane Ides, ’12, ’18 (Makah)
First Daylight Designs
Instagram: @firstdaylightdesigns
Short Talks: Home speakers – Dian Million, Robin Little Wing Sigo, ’06, Gena Peone, ’08, and Tyson Johnston.
ABOUT THE SERIES: UWAA is the proud producer of the Short Talks series, which collaborates with campus partners to present an intimate evening of storytelling, discovery and community. Four featured speakers share their experience within a suggested topic. Subject matters are broad, conversations are personal, and the end result is a night you won’t forget.
Coming soon in 2021: Short Talks: Power
