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Manchester Band of Pomo Indians, Southern Pomo and Coast Miwok
Hello everyone and welcome!!! My name is Rose and I am currently in my last school year as an undergrad. I am currently majoring in Mathematics (Education) while minoring in Native American studies and American Indian Education. I grew up in Sacramento/ Sonoma county and moved here because of the beautiful scenery and of the strong Indigenous community and representation ITEPP had on this campus. I hope to go back to my hometown and have the tools to help and support my Indigenous community. I specifically want to work with Indigenous youth. In my free time I like to hike, dance, cook, bake carrot cake, go on walks, and hangout with my family and friends. Feel free to ask me questions and if you like Frank Ocean I am always down to talk :) I am forever grateful that ITEPP is a part of my life and is my second home, always nice to know they got yo back!
Wailaki, Yurok
Nshong Nshong. Aiy-ye-kwee’ Nek ‘n-ew Cassandra. I am a senior at HSU majoring in Sociology and minoring in Native American Studies with an emphasis in culture and community. This year I am an undergraduate research lab assistant for the Food Sovereignty Lab on campus as well as working on the project Manifesto for Ethical Research with Indigenous Communities of Northwestern California. My goal is to be a tribal liaison in public health. My hobbies are going on walks, going to the river, ocean, fishing, gathering, making jams, going to the farmers market, cooking, skateboarding, taking mini trips across the west coast. Without ITEPP, I simply would not be able to navigate or manage higher education. ITEPP has been a major source of support, comfort, and inspiration for me while at Humboldt.
Karuk, Shasta
Hello! I am happy you are here. I am a senior this year and am a major in Child Development with minors in American Indian Education and Women’s Studies. After I graduate this year, I would like to get my teaching credential for kindergarten through sixth grade and work within my community as an elementary school teacher. My hobbies include backpacking, reading, hanging out with my family (particularly my sisters, grandma, and mom), going to the beach, and watching movies and tv shows. Being a part of ITEPP has really helped me navigate college and has been a huge source of support.
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Oglala Lakota
I'm a Wildlife (Management and Conservation) major with a minor in Indigenous Peoples, Natural Resource Use, and Environment. I'm a first-generation college student working towards my Bachelor's degree. I've lived in Los Angeles my entire life, so moving to Humboldt County was a huge step but I managed to connect with people who made me feel comfortable. I currently work at ITEPP and for the Library as a student assistant. I have been in archery since I was 15 years old, and this year I am one of the Team Captain’s for the Cal Poly Humboldt Archery Team. When I have time, I like to swim, spend time with my dog, draw, and listen to music.
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Graton Rancheria, Kashia Pomo
Hello, my name is Charlena but I go by Char for short. I am an undergrad student majoring in economics and minoring in business administration and tribal leadership. With my degree I hope to one day serve my tribal government by being on council as tribal treasurer. I was born and raised in the Bay Area in Santa Rosa California ,but grew up traveling up and down California for cultural and family reasons. My hobbies include traveling, camping, trying new things, cooking, and watching movies/shows. I love the ITEPP program and have been a part of it since I moved up to Humboldt.