As part of the Scholarship Seminar Series, participants recently took part in a hands-on weaving workshop where they learned to create cedar hearts. The session offered a meaningful opportunity to connect with traditional crafting practices while building new skills. Everyone enjoyed the creative process and left with a handmade piece to take pride in.
Kelsey from Scholarship recently accompanied student Alex S on a tour of Bellingham Technical College to explore their Fisheries program. The visit was a great success—the staff were welcoming, knowledgeable, and eager to share insights about the program. Alex came away excited and inspired, expressing strong interest in the hands-on learning opportunities and career pathways the program offers.
Julia Keefe (Nez Perce) is an internationally acclaimed Native American jazz vocalist, bandleader, actor, and educator. Her story serves as a message to young girls: Dream big, work hard, do it all with love in your heart.
Muckleshoot Tribal Council Treasurer, John Daniels Jr., remarks on the greatest anniversary for Federally Recognized Tribes in Washington State: the historic Boldt Decision of February 12, 1974.
The Boldt decision of 1974 was the result of sacrifices made by Native fishers and their families who were jailed and beaten while defending their rights.
The UW participated in its first Tribal Canoe Journey, with students, faculty, staff, and alums working together as a family — the Shell House Canoe Family, č̓away̓altxʷ ʔiišəd — to make it all happen.
The Muckleshoot Messenger is a monthly Tribal publication. Tribal community members and Tribal employees are welcome to submit items to the newspaper such as announcements, birth news, birthday shoutouts, community highlights, and more. We want to hear from you!
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