College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Every year, in collaboration with the American Indian Student Organization and the Wabanaki Center the Office of Multicultural Student Life, is proud to celebrate Native American Heritage Month. Traditionally, Native American Heritage Month celebrates and recognizes the extraordinary contributions and accomplishments of First Nations and Indigenous communities. Previous celebrations at UMaine have included flag-raising ceremonies, student socials, performing arts showcasing […]

Please join us as we welcome Maulian Dana Tribal Ambassador Penobscot Nation to discuss Indigenous People’s Day across our state and country as well as the continued effort to eliminate Native Mascots & Costumes from pop culture and society. Wednesday, Nov. 14 Multicultural Center, Memorial Union 12:00 pm

Hosted by American Indian Student Association Wednesday, Nov. 14 Multicultural Center, Memorial Union 6:00 pm

Special guest speakers include John Bear Wabanaki Center and Dylan Smith President American Indian Student Organization who will join us to discuss the significance of this day for Native Americans & Indigenous Communities Thursday, Nov. 15 North Pod, Memorial Union 5-7 pm

A public presentation by Miigam’agan (Mi’kmaq) who will discuss the Wabanaki as matriculture societies and their relationship to the motherland. Friday, Nov. 16 Hill Auditorium, Barrows Hall 1:00 pm

Presented by Sherri Mitchell (Penobscot). Mitchell will speak on issues of indigenous rights, environmental justice, and spiritual change. Monday, Nov. 19 Bangor Room, Memorial Union 1:00 pm

Come and support our Native students, staff, & faculty as we celebrate Native American Heritage Month and the significance of this important month with those who identify as Natives. Wednesday, Nov. 28 Multicultural Center, Memorial Union 12:00 pm

Come meet our Native student group and enjoy Native music and food. Friday, Nov. 30 Bangor Room, Memorial Union 1:00 pm