Office of Indigenous Relations

Meet Sequoyah 🤍
We’re proud to highlight the incredible work and leadership of Sequoyah Pollard, Project Manager for the Native Nations Center. Her dedication to Indigenous communities, education, and stewardship continues to make a meaningful impact.

https://admissions.unr.edu/register/?id=1da018cf-9c13-44e9-9542-65d3c822a438

Strengthening Indigenous governance starts with learning together. 🌿
Join us for the Native Nation Building Seminar at UNR and explore nation building, tribal constitutions, and leadership for Nevada Native Nations.
📅 March 10–11, 2026
📍 University of Nevada, Reno
Scan the QR code to register!

✨ Join us for Powwow Practice Sessions! ✨
Come move, learn, and connect in community as we prepare together. Whether you’re brushing up on your steps or just getting started, everyone is welcome.

📍 E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center – Room A
🗓 3/6, 3/13, 3/20
⏰ 5–7 PM

Bring your WolfCard, wear workout attire, and let’s get ready for powwow season together 💙

✨ Meet the Staff Monday ✨
Meet Gaylene Williams, Program Coordinator for the Tribal Academy. Gaylene is Numu-Kooyooe Tukadu (Pyramid Lake Paiute) and is passionate about supporting Indigenous and first-generation students. We’re excited to have her on our team!

🍪🎨 Cookies, Creativity & Community 🎨🍪
Join us for two opportunities to connect, create, and build community in welcoming spaces at the Office of Indigenous Relations.

✨ Cookies & Community
📅 February 12 | ⏰ 12–2 PM
📍 Thompson Building, Suite 102

🎨 Hítse Tabeno Tote Bag Painting
📅 February 12 | ⏰ 5–7 PM
📍 Thompson Building, Room 102

Come as you are, bring a friend, and enjoy time centered on creativity, culture, and connection. 💛

Need a break? We’ve got crayons. 🖍️
Come hang out at our Color Stress Free meeting. Relax, color, and ease into the semester with us!
📅 January 29 | 5–6 PM | Thompson 102

Back to campus calls for breakfast! 🥐
Stop by Indigenous Relations for food, community, and support.
✨ All are welcome ✨