Event Calendar

The NRSC, PITAAS, and Counseling Services sponsor the "Liquid Sunshine" event for our Students, Staff, and Faculty. "Liquid Sunshine" is a FREE non-dairy berry smoothie made with green tea and honey. In addition to the smoothies, we promote vitamin D. To determine what dosage of vitamin D is right for you, please consult with a physician assistant, or doctor. Quyana! Haw'aa! Toyk'shm! Gunalcheesh! Thank you for joining us!

UAS is proud to host the 6th Annual Native Film Series!November 1, featuring  "Haida Gwaii: On the Edge of the World" documentary, UAS Recreation CenterNovember 8, featuring "Hunting in Wartime" documentary, UAS Glacier View Room, EG221November 15, "Songs My Brothers Taught Me" film, UAS Recreation CenterPlease Join Professor Lance Twitchell and Wooch.Een for a discussion following each film. Open to the public, see you there!

The Native and Rural Student Center, NRSC, invites YOU to stop by and sample some of the finest food harvested around Alaska! Sponsored by the NRSC and PITAAS

UAS is proud to host the 6th Annual Native Film Series!November 1, featuring  "Haida Gwaii: On the Edge of the World" documentary, UAS Recreation CenterNovember 8, featuring "Hunting in Wartime" documentary, UAS Glacier View Room, EG221November 15, "Songs My Brothers Taught Me" film, UAS Recreation CenterPlease Join Professor Lance Twitchell and Wooch.Een for a discussion following each film. Open to the public, see you there!

UAS is proud to host the 6th Annual Native Film Series!November 1, featuring  "Haida Gwaii: On the Edge of the World" documentary, UAS Recreation CenterNovember 8, featuring "Hunting in Wartime" documentary, UAS Glacier View Room, EG221November 15, "Songs My Brothers Taught Me" film, UAS Recreation CenterPlease Join Professor Lance Twitchell and Wooch.Een for a discussion following each film. Open to the public, see you there!

UAS proudly hosts the Annual Traditional Games sponsored by PITAAS. "They originated from the northern part of Alaska probably more than 2,000 years ago." Ricardo WorlThe Traditional Games offer students an opportunity to engage in timeless activities that build strength, test endurance, and heighten focus.  These are necessary survival and hunting skills that have been passed down from one generation to the next. The day will start with demostrations of each event followed with fun competition.  Refreshments will be provided.  Please wear gym clothes, and gym shoes.*Any student wanting to participate with any of the activities must sign a waiver release form.  If student is under the age of 18, must have parent or guardian sign the waiver release form.This event is free and family friendly!  See you at the Traditional Games!

The Native and Rural Student Center, NRSC, invites YOU to stop by and sample some of the finest food harvested around Alaska! Sponsored by the NRSC and PITAAS

The Native and Rural Student Center, NRSC, invites YOU to stop by and sample some of the finest food harvested around Alaska! Sponsored by the NRSC and PITAAS

Here are the following categories for students consideration:OratoryA speech from memory or limited notes that demonstrates mastery in the art of public speaking  using reasoning, elocution, and evidence to support the opinion. Topics may include, but are not limited to:  subsistence, sovereignty, urban/rural conflicts, multilingualism, religious freedom, education, or traditional values. Make a strong use of supporting materials, elder’s teachings, cultural lore, published materials (magazines, newspapers, internet, etc.). Sources should be clearly cited during speech and included in notes or in manuscript.Dramatic DeclamationA recitation of an indigenous speech, or persuasive document. Presentation material may be edited, but should accurately convey the author’s intent.StorytellingA recitation of one or more indigenous stories. Each story should be published, recorded, or transcribed with permission from the author, clan, elder, or tribe when appropriate.  If you plan on sharing more than one story, include transitions between literary works to show thematic interrelationship(s). Interpretation of 2 or more characters, appropriate costuming, limited props, and dramatic movement may be incorporated.World LanguageA presentation from memory or limited notes in a world language.  A significant portion of the speech must be in the world language, leaving time for translation. 

The Native and Rural Student Center, NRSC, invites YOU to stop by and sample some of the finest food harvested around Alaska! Sponsored by the NRSC and PITAAS

FROM:  The UAS Native and Rural Student Center, NRSCTO GUESTS OF HONOR:  PITAAS, Wooch.Een and Friends of Wooch.Een Graduating from UASDETAILS:  Wooch.Een is honored to host the UAS Annual Native Graduation Celebration.WHAT: We will provide brunch, beverages, and a special program for our Guests of Honor.  We extend our invitation to the family and friends of our Guests of Honor. How:  How do students find out about this annual celebration?  The NRSC Staff works closely with three sources: the Wooch.Een Student Club, Preparing Indigenous Teachers and Administrators for Alaska Schools Director, Records and Registration Registrar and Staff to identify the PITAAS, Wooch.Een, and Friends of Wooch.Een graduating students (any Native Student that checked any of the Native American/Alaska Native ethnicity box/es on the admissions application or online and applied for graduation). We start our first attempt to contact and invite our students at the end of March, and then our second attempt to confirm student and guest attendance by mid April.  If you know of a PITAAS, Wooch.Een, or Native Student graduating this May 2017 (at the JUNEAU campus) and they haven't been contacted by the NRSC Staff, please contact the NRSC Coordinator Kolene James at kejames@alaska.edu as soon as possible. HISTORY:  The UAS Native and Rural Student Center started this tradition of celebrating graduating Wooch.Een Students and Friends of Wooch.Een Students in 1993.  This celebration incorporates some of the Southeast Traditional Tribal Values:Respect for self, elders and othersPride in family, clan and tradition is found in love, loyalty, and generosityBe strong in mind, body, and spiritHold each other upSpeak with careBe strong and have courageTo see a complete list of our Southeast Tribal values please use this link: http://www.ccthita.org/about/values/index.htmlGunalcheesh for your interest in joining our annual celebration.  For more information please contact the NRSC Coordinator Kolene James: kejames@alaska.edu  Have a wonderful day!