Native American Heritage
Celebrating and recognizing American Indian, Alaska Native, and Indigenous People
Native American Indian & Alaska Native Heritage events
Snapshots of language loss and revitalization: Paiute classes at the University and Stewart Indian School
International Mother Language Day provides opportunity to understand why mother language must survive. Assistant Professor Ignacio Montoya goes into how indigenous languages are disappearing and why it's important to save them.
Land Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that the University of Nevada, Reno is situated on the traditional homelands of the Numu (Northern Paiute), Wašiw (Washoe), Newe (Western Shoshone), and Nuwu (Southern Paiute) peoples. These lands continue to be a gathering place for Indigenous Peoples and we recognize their deep connections to these places. We extend our appreciation for the opportunity to live and learn on their territory.
Office of Indigenous Relations
The Office of Indigenous Relations aims to build strong community connections, provide funding and resources, and create supportive and culturally inclusive environments for Indigenous students, faculty and communities.