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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Funding Assistance Request for Navajo Indian Student's Education at University of Mexico
- Date:
- 1971-04-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Education, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Fred R. Harris' Response to Roberta Goulden's Inquiry about Law School Scholarships for Indigenous Students
- Date:
- 1971-10-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Indians, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Education
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["The document is a series of letters discussing a young Navajo Indian youth named Wayne William Tsasie who is interested in studying at the University of Mexico. The letters request assistance in obtaining funds for his tuition, travel, and other expenses. Sister Anne Lorenzi and Louise Tussing are both seeking help in finding financial support for Wayne's education. Sister Anne describes Wayne as a talented artist who has been accepted to the university. Louise Tussing outlines the costs involved and mentions potential sources of funding. The letters express the urgency and importance of helping Wayne further his 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_013_thumbnail.jpg "Funding Assistance Request for Navajo Indian Student's Education at University of Mexico")
![["The letter is a response to Ms. Roberta Goulden's inquiry about scholarships for attending law school. Senator Fred R. Harris provides her with information on sources of scholarships, including the Indian law student program at the University of New Mexico and the Indian Scholarship Service, Inc. He also includes a pamphlet with information on general Indian scholarship aid. Senator Harris encourages Ms. Goulden in her pursuit of a legal career and offers further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%20A-W,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_009_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Fred R. Harris' Response to Roberta Goulden's Inquiry about Law School Scholarships for Indigenous Students")