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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_11_0000_0000_370
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Fred R. Harris and Shirley Chisholm pose for a photo George T Kruse, photographer
- Date:
- 1965-07-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965), 92nd (1971-1973), 94th (1975-1977), 90th (1967-1969), 93rd (1973-1975), 91st (1969-1971), 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_11_0000_0000_1430
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- LaDonna Harris (foreground) with Fred R. Harris seated behind a desk
- Date:
- 1966-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 90th (1967-1969), 91st (1969-1971), 89th (1965-1967), 92nd (1971-1973), 88th (1963-1965), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0083
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Andrew Stein's Lavish Southampton Party for American Indian Awareness
- Date:
- 1970-07-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Citizen Potawatomi Nation, Navajo Indians, Cherokee Nation, Comanche Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Religion, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Funding for American Indian Students at Stanford University
- Date:
- 1970-10-28
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_226_16_008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Funding for Indian Student Transportation and Integration in Ardmore, Oklahoma Schools, 1971
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Political corruption, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_226_16_007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1971 Report: Coalition of Indian Controlled School Boards' Trip to Washington, D.C.
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Menominee Indians, Navajo Indians, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondences Regarding Denial of Special Scholarship Program for American Indian Law Student
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Education
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senate Correspondence Regarding Job Assistance for Teaching on an Indian Reservation in 1971
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Research on Educational Stress in the History of the American Indian
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondences on the Treatment of Navajo Students in Shiprock, New Mexico: 1971
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Transportation--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["Fred R. Harris and Robert F Kennedy visit with two unidentified men September 1965"]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/Fred%20Harris%20Photograph%20Series%201963-1974-CAC_CC_026_11_0000_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_11_0000_0000_370_thumbnail.jpg "Fred R. Harris and Shirley Chisholm pose for a photo George T Kruse, photographer")
![["Fred R. and LaDonna Harris with Lucian Hunt"]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/Fred%20Harris%20Photograph%20Series%201963-1974-CAC_CC_026_11_0000_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_11_0000_0000_1430_thumbnail.jpg "LaDonna Harris (foreground) with Fred R. Harris seated behind a desk")
![["Andrew Stein threw a lavish party in Southampton, featuring performances by Native American artists, including Sioux singer Floyd Westerman and Kiowa dancer Perry Horse. The event aimed to promote awareness and positivity towards Native Americans and was attended by various prominent figures, including Senator Fred R. Harris and Mrs. Eleanor Searle Whitney. The party highlighted the mistreatment of Native Americans throughout history and called for action to correct the situation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Clippings,%20July,%201967-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0083_thumbnail.jpg "Andrew Stein's Lavish Southampton Party for American Indian Awareness")
![["The document is a series of letters between Senator Fred Harris and Stanford University's American Indian Program Director, Chris McNeil, regarding the difficulties in obtaining scholarships and financial aid for American Indian students at Stanford University. Senator Harris offers his assistance and forwards information from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding obtaining copies of the Code of Federal Regulations. The letters highlight the challenges faced in securing funding for American Indian students and emphasize the importance of providing support for their education."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%20A-W,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Funding for American Indian Students at Stanford University")
![["The letter is addressing the issue of transportation funds for Indian students from Carter Seminary to participate in school activities. It mentions legislation that could allow for such funding, and requests support from government officials to address the issue. The letter also highlights the importance of student involvement in extracurricular activities for their integration and success."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_226_16_0000-Education,%20Indian%20Education,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_226_16_008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Funding for Indian Student Transportation and Integration in Ardmore, Oklahoma Schools, 1971")
![["In November 1971, the Coalition of Indian Controlled School Boards traveled to Washington, D.C. to address issues with funding for Indian controlled schools and legal obstacles. They presented a position paper with five key points to government officials. The trip included meetings with BIA officials and congressional aides to discuss their concerns and seek support for their cause."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_226_16_0000-Education,%20Indian%20Education,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_226_16_007_thumbnail.jpg "1971 Report: Coalition of Indian Controlled School Boards' Trip to Washington, D.C.")
![["The letter is a response to Senator Harris regarding a student named Bentley Beams who was denied acceptance into a Special Scholarship Program in Law for American Indians at the University of New Mexico. The letter expresses concern and promises to provide more information once the matter is checked. Senator Harris had inquired on behalf of Mr. Beams, who had previously written a letter expressing disappointment over the denial. The University of New Mexico School of Law had received over 150 applicants for the program but could only accept 35, leading to the denial of Ms. Amelia A. Coleman, the student in question. The letter also mentions the possibility of financial assistance if Ms. Coleman is accepted at another law school for the fall semester. Ms. Coleman's resume details her educational background, career goals, and employment history."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondences Regarding Denial of Special Scholarship Program for American Indian Law Student")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris received a letter from Mary Anne Corman requesting help in obtaining a teaching job on an Indian reservation. Senator Harris wrote to the Bureau of Indian Affairs on her behalf and received a reply indicating that they will be accepting applications for the upcoming school year. Miss Corman's name was placed on a mailing list to receive the necessary forms for filing. Senator Harris wished Miss Corman luck in getting the job she wanted and offered further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_007_thumbnail.jpg "Senate Correspondence Regarding Job Assistance for Teaching on an Indian Reservation in 1971")
![["Miss Cheryl Hathaway, a student at Central Washington State College, wrote to Senator Fred R. Harris requesting information on the educational difficulties faced by American Indians, both past and present, as part of her research project on intercultural communication. Senator Harris responded by contacting the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Library of Congress to provide resources for Miss Hathaway. The Bureau of Indian Affairs sent educational documents and the Library of Congress provided a bibliography to assist her in her research."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_013_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Research on Educational Stress in the History of the American Indian")
![["The letter is from Senator Fred Harris to Mrs. Norma Ruth Harvey regarding the treatment of Indian students at the public school in Shiprock, New Mexico. The Department of the Interior has responded, stating that a petition was circulated by students, leading to a meeting with parents and tribal leaders. A Navajo legal aid organization has filed a lawsuit on behalf of the students, which is pending in Federal Court. Mrs. Harvey had previously contacted Senator Harris about discrimination against Navajo students by white teachers at the school. The letter details instances of harassment, threats, intimidation, and physical abuse towards Navajo students. Mrs. Harvey is willing to provide testimony under oath and has faced accusations from local authorities. The situation is described as a reaction to \"Navajo Power\" and a paranoid persecution of Navajo students."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_014_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondences on the Treatment of Navajo Students in Shiprock, New Mexico: 1971")