The Division of Institutional Equity joins the Indigenous Peoples Union and our many campus community members in recognizing and honoring Native American Heritage Month.

National Native American Heritage Month is celebrated each year in November to honor the traditions, languages, and stories of Native Americans, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and affiliated Island communities, ensuring their rich histories and contributions continue to thrive with each passing generation. This month, the Division of Institutional Equity invites you to engage through our "Read, Watch, Listen, Participate" list to celebrate, connect, and explore on and off campus.

To request accommodation(s) or to inquire about event accessibility, please get in touch with each program office directly. All sessions are open for full participation by all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected category under applicable federal law, state law, and the University's nondiscrimination policy..

Events
November 15 | 2pm - 6pm | Timonium Fairgrounds
Indigenous Peoples Union Retreat 

Join IPU at the Baltimore American Indian Center's 49th Powwow to engage in sacred intertribal celebrations of life, heritage, and community. More information about the event, registration and transportation can be found here.

Explore

Engage in a virtual tour to learn about American Indian Historic Spaces and Places in East Baltimore, a project by Dr. Ashley Minner, a former UMBC professor.

Read

• Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer
• Heart Berries by Terese Marie Mailhot
• Hearts Unbroken by Cynthia Leitich Smith
• Lost Kingdom: Hawaii's Last Queen, the Sugar Kings and America's First Imperial Adventure by Julia Flynn Siler
• We Are Water Protectors by  Carole Lindstrom

Watch

• Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner.
• Rez Ball
• Te Ata
• The Grizzlies
• Rutherford Falls (comedy series) 

Listen

• All My Relations podcast
• Native Pride playlist 
• Toasted Sister Podcast
• Indigenous Music Spotlight playlist