Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Profile: Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author LaDonna N. Scott Momaday's Life and Work 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 91st (1969-1971); 90th (1967-1969) Fred R. Harris Collection CAC_CC_26_3_282_19_0000, Box, 282, 19, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/57 CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0065 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_0065_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884880 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Clippings,%20July,%201967-1973/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0065.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Education; Education--United States Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Navajo Indians; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma 1 Page N. Scott Momaday is a Pulitzer Prize-winning author born in Oklahoma and raised on Indian reservations. He is now a professor and is working on a non-fiction book about the southwest. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Pulitzer Prize Winning Author, N. Scott Momaday, to Participate in Indian Achievement Week in His Native Oklahoma 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 91st (1969-1971); 90th (1967-1969) Fred R. 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Momaday, a Kiowa Indian, received the Indian of the Year Award and is an associate professor at the University of California at Berkeley. He was born in Lawton in 1934 and has a background in poetry and creative writing. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Scholarship Opportunities for American Indian Youth: A Guide by the Bureau of Indian Affairs 1970-01-01 1970-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 91st (1969-1971) Fred R. Harris Collection CAC_CC_26_1_197_20_0000, Box, 197, 20, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/57 CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_004 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884598 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201970/CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_004.pdf correspondence Native Americans Education--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Education Navajo Indians 63 Pages The document provides information about scholarships available for American Indian youth, including federal aids, state aids, and tribal aids. It highlights the contributions of Amanda H. Finley in increasing scholarship opportunities for Indian students. The pamphlet also discusses the application process for federal scholarships and working scholarships available at Federal boarding schools. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Funding Assistance Request for Navajo Indian Student's Education at University of Mexico 1971-04-27 1971-04-27 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973) Fred R. Harris Collection CAC_CC_26_1_235_17_0000, Box, 235, 17, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/57 CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_013 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 https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884766 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)/CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_013.pdf correspondence Education--United States; Education; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Navajo Indians 8 Pages 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. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Senator Fred R. Harris' Response to Roberta Goulden's Inquiry about Law School Scholarships for Indigenous Students 1971-10-28 1971-10-28 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973) Fred R. Harris Collection CAC_CC_26_1_235_16_0000, Box, 235, 16, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/57 CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_009 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 https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884747 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%20A-W,%201971/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_009.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Education--United States; Education Navajo Indians; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes 2 Pages 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. Text