Native Americans
WSU Researcher Aims To Make STEM Education More Accessible To Native Americans
Underrepresented minorities comprise approximately 30 percent of the United States population, but only 10 percent are college educated in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. A Wayne State University study recently funded by the American Association for the Advancement of Science aims to change these statistics.
As Casinos Struggle, Tribes Seek More Federal Aid
“It’s a sign of the times,” said Mohegan Chairman Bruce “Two Dogs” Bozsum.
Tribal Same-Sex Bill OK’d, Male Couple Marries
Two men became spouses Friday during a ceremony at a northern Michigan Indian reservation after the tribal chairman signed a measure approving same-sex marriage.
Indian Tribe To OK Same-Sex Marriage, Wed Men
The chairman of a northern Michigan Indian tribe says he’ll sign a same-sex marriage bill Friday, then preside at the wedding of two men.
Tribe Loses Court Decision Over Lansing Casino
A federal judge suddenly has put the brakes on plans for an American Indian casino in Lansing.
Complaint: Ban American Indian Mascots In Schools
The Michigan Department of Civil Rights has filed a complaint asking to ban the use of American Indian mascots and imagery in K-12 school because it denies equal rights to American Indian students.
Remains At Road Work Site IDed As Native American
Officials say human remains found at the site of a road resurfacing project in Michigan’s northeastern Lower Peninsula have been identified as being those of American Indians.
Murder Charge Filed In Boy’s Death On Indian Land
Anthony Bennett has been in custody on another charge since Carnel Chamberlain’s remains were found in June at a home on the Saginaw Chippewa Indian reservation.
Michigan Man Sentenced For Selling Eagle Feathers
A 21-year-old Manistee man has been sentenced to probation, community service and a $2,500 fine for illegally selling eagle feathers.
Plans Move Forward For Proposed Lansing Casino
Plans for a $245 million American Indian casino in downtown Lansing are moving forward, with city officials announcing a land-purchase agreement with the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians.
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