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Penobscot nation appeals decision over whether it owns water in river The Penobscot Indian Nation and the U.S. Department of Justice are appealing a Maine federal judge’s ruling that found the tribe’s reservation includes the islands on the main stem of the Penobscot River but not the water itself.

Maine Wabanaki-State Child Welfare Truth & Reconciliation Commission Archive | Bowdoin College... On June 29, 2012, five Wabanaki Chiefs and Maine’s Governor Paul LePage signed a mandate commencing the Maine Wabanaki-State Child Welfare Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC). Under the leadership of five appointed commissioners, the TRC was charged with examining Maine’s child welfare practic…

Deadline: March 2. The Udall Foundation awards scholarships to college sophomores and juniors for leadership, public service, and commitment to issues related to American Indian nations or to the environment.

In 2016, the Udall Foundation will award 60 scholarships of up to $7,000 each, and anticipates that at least 20 scholarships will be awarded in Tribal Public Policy and Native Health Care.

About the Scholarship - Who Should Apply
Are you working towards positive solutions to environmental challenges or to issues impacting Indian country?
Have you demonstrated your commitment to one of these areas through public service?
Do you inspire and motivate others to take action?
Are you committed to making a difference through civility and consensus building?
Consider the Udall Scholarship. To learn more, click on the category below that best fits your interests and goals.

Udall Scholars are selected on the basis of:
Commitment to a career related to the environment, or to tribal public policy, or to American Indian health care;
Leadership, public service, consensus building, and integrity;
Academic achievement
An understanding of the Udall legacy, demonstrated through the application essay.
View the Application Rating Form

Tribal Policy
For American Indians and Alaska Natives working on an array of policy issues in Indian country

Native Health Care
For American Indian and Alaska Natives pursuing health-related careers

Environment
For undergraduates interested in conservation and environmental issues

FAQ: http://udall.gov/OurPrograms/Scholarship/FAQs.aspx

Udall Foundation - Main Page The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation is a federal agency providing educational opportunities related to the environment and natural resources, Native American health care, and Native American tribal policy.

Post-Indian Taco food coma. Thanks everyone for a good night!

Next up: dough ball!

Dessert

The round table (name in works???)