The Center for Multicultural Affairs is very

proud to be home to students

that aspire for nothing less than to make a

difference. Native American

Student Union, a group that was brought

back from 5 years of inactivity, is

an example of the pride that our CMA

students take in preserving cultural

heritage. Please join NASU and The Center

for Multicultural Affairs in

Celebrating Native American History Month.

NATIVE AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH

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As the holiday season approaches, take a

careful look at how Thanksgiving is

discussed and celebrated. As you may

know, many Native American images

found on Thanksgiving cards, decorations,

and school materials are very stereotypic.

They are often based on a "composite"

view of Native Americans rather than on

accurate and diverse Native American

lifestyles and traditions.

The story of Thanksgiving is usually told

from only one side -- that of the European

pilgrims who came to America. Rarely is

it told from the perspective of the people

who were already here. As a result, the

role played by Native Americans in

helping the pilgrims to survive is often

downplayed or ignored. To many Native

Americans today, Thanksgiving is a day of

mourning because it is a reminder that in

return for their help, they were repaid

with the loss of their land and destruction

of their people.

As we give thanks this season, help others

understand that Thanksgiving means

different things to different people.

Challenge those who perpetuate

misleading portrayals of Native

Americans; and make every effort to

instill in others an appreciation and

accurate understanding of ALL cultures.

DID YOU KNOW:

According to the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI), There are 566 federally recognized Indian Nations

(variously called tribes, nations, bands, pueblos, communities and native villages) in the United States.

The Seneca Nation of Indians, known as the

"Keeper of the

Western Door," are

the fifth-largest

employer in Western New York

Here’s everything you missed

BSU & CDO

Cup of Brew &

a Resume

Review

Women, Rock, & Soul

NASU Opening Ceremony: Many

thanks to the members of the Seneca

Nation, Deer Clan, for providing

educational enrichment, and Native

Dance. Special thanks to Cheryl John,

and Jennifer Hildebrand for their

continuous support.

CMA's

Lunch Box

Series: Lunch

with Lee.

Alumna, Lee

Coletti spoke

to a group of

students on

the topic of

Social Media

as it relates to

bias, &

activism

Sierra Kaufman, a member of the

Shinnecock Nation, is the president of the

Native American Student Union (NASU).

Sierra was selected to present in Baltimore

MD at the National Geological Society of

America Conference, on her research of

the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Homesick Dinner - Many thanks to the Coalition of Faculty & Staff of

Color at Fredonia for hosting their Annual Homesick Dinner Event.

Over 40 students, faculty, and staff attended, representing various

students groups and departments on campus. Special mention to,

Sandra Lewis, Joyce Harvard-Smith, Liza Smith, Loretta Torain, Idalia

Torres, David White, and Monica White, as well as a host of other

amazing chefs for their hospitality, and culinary contributions.

Crowned Rubies

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