Honoring Native American Heritage Month

Throughout November, CSUSM will be celebrating and recognizing the contributions of American Indians with a series of special events as part of Native American Heritage Month. Photo by Luna Canham

Honoring Native American Heritage Month

Throughout November, Cal State San Marcos will be celebrating and recognizing the contributions of American Indians with a series of special events as part of Native American Heritage Month.

CSUSM invites the campus community to honor Native American Heritage Month through the following events.

Tukwut Coloring Contest

Nov. 1-30

Pick up a coloring page at the California Indian Culture and Sovereignty Center, located in Social and Behavioral Science Building 1118. Coloring is from Nov. 1-15, with pages being dropped off at the California Indian Culture and Sovereignty Center. From Nov. 16-30, people can vote for their favorites on the Instagram page of the American Indian Student Alliance (@csusm_aisa). A winner will be announced on Nov. 30 and given a prize.

Exhibit Reception at the Sasse Museum of Art

Saturday, Nov. 2, 1-3 p.m., Sasse Museum

Join us for the gallery viewing of featured artists Dr. Eric Tippeconnic, Monica Zavala and Lanise Luna.

Rep Your Tribe Spirit Day

Monday, Nov. 4

Come dressed in your tribal gear to show representation of what tribe you are from.

Honoring Native American Veterans Social

Tuesday, Nov. 5, noon-1 p.m., Veterans Center

Join us while we honor Native veterans.

Beading Workshop

Wednesday, Nov. 6, noon-1 p.m., CICSC SBSB 1118

Learn how to create beadwork with the help of an instructor. Supplies are included.

Traditional Bow Making Workshop

Thursday, Nov. 7, noon-5 p.m., CICSC SBSB Courtyard

Come learn how to create a traditional bow with Dr. Stan Rodriguez. Instruction from noon-1 p.m. and workshop area is open from noon-5 p.m.

Rock your Mocs Week

Nov. 10-16

A positive opportunity to be united and celebrate tribal individuality by wearing moccasins. We honor our ancestors and Indigenous peoples worldwide during Rock Your Mocs events and commemorate National Native American Heritage Month.

Native Fashion Day

Tuesday, Nov. 12

Rock all your beadwork, including medallions, earrings and lanyards. Accessorize your wardrobe with your favorite ribbon dress or ribbon skirt.

'Reservation Dogs' Marathon

Wednesday, Nov. 13, CICSC SBSB 1118

Join us at the CICSC to enjoy a full day of watching "Reservation Dogs." Snacks will be provided.

Outdoor Native Movie Night

Thursday, Nov. 15, 6-8 p.m., Serenity Circle

Bring your chairs and blankets and enjoy some snacks.

Storytelling Under the Stars with Dr. Stan Rodriguez

Thursday, Nov. 14, 6-8 p.m., Serenity Circle

Bring your chairs, blankets and join us for our annual storytelling event. We will provide hot drinks and treats.

Read a Native American Children's Book Day

Monday, Nov. 18

Decolonize and indigenize your reading. For a full book list, visit caindianeducationforall.com

AISA Gathering and Bird Social

Thursday,Nov. 21, 5-8 p.m.

Come join us for an evening of bird dancing and singing.

College Motivation Day

Friday, Nov. 22, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m., USU Ballroom

Join us for college readiness workshops, a campus tour, raffles and more.

'Dark Winds' Marathon

Wednesday, Nov. 27, CICSC SBSB 1118

Join us at the CICSC to enjoy a full day of watching "Dark Winds." Snacks will be provided.

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