Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Overview of the Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory and Its Programs 1966-06-30 1966-06-30 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 89th (1965-1967) Fred R. Harris Collection CAC_CC_26_3_283_8_0000, Box, 283, 8, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/57 CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0005 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/885032 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0005.pdf correspondence Land use--Planning; Education--United States Navajo Indians; Apache Tribe of Oklahoma 2 Pages The Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory, Inc. was established under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to address educational needs in Texas, Oklahoma, Arizona, and New Mexico. The Laboratory has a decentralized structure with Area Directors in each state, and its programs focus on research, innovation, and addressing regional education challenges. The Laboratory operates workshops for teachers and school board members, and plans to address issues such as cultural diversity and teacher training. Dr. Paul V. Petty, with extensive experience in education, serves as the Laboratory Director. The Laboratory aims to work collaboratively with various educational agencies and groups to improve education in the region. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK National Congress of American Indians: Election of Officers and Regional Vice-Presidents 1969-01-01 1969-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 91st (1969-1971) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_2_67_4_0000, Box, 67, 4, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_4_0001 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_4_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20The%20National%20Congress%20of%20American%20Indians%20Officers,%20Resolutions,,%201969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_4_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/838772 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_4_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20The%20National%20Congress%20of%20American%20Indians%20Officers,%20Resolutions,,%201969/CAC_CC_009_2_67_4_0001.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Land use--Planning Ojibwa Indians; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation; Comanche Nation; Mescalero Apache Indians; Navajo Indians; Osage Nation; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Apache Indians 1 Page The National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) has elected new officers, including President Earl Old Person and Executive Director Bruce Wilkie. Regional Vice Presidents have also been appointed for different areas across the country. Additionally, project field directors and industrial development directors have been named to support community and economic development initiatives. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians: Opposition to the Regionalization of BIA Education Plan 1970-01-01 1970-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 91st (1969-1971) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_82_55_0000, Box, 82, 55, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_82_55_0005 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_82_55_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Reorganization,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_55_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884329 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_82_55_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Reorganization,%201970/CAC_CC_001_4_82_55_0005.pdf correspondence Education--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Land use--Planning Navajo Indians 3 Pages The Affiliated Tribes of the Northwest Indians are strongly opposed to a plan to regionalize BIA education without consultation with Indian tribes. The rationale for regionalizing BIA education includes placing line control of Indian schools under professional educators, allowing for more effective use of education positions, and better meeting the objectives of Indian education at the regional level. Regionalization would also facilitate transfer of BIA education facilities to public school districts and potentially allow for local control of schools by Indian groups. The plan is still in the initial planning stage and is subject to debate. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Senator's Wife Advocates for Indian Rights and Cultural Acceptance in 1971 1971-01-01 1971-01-01 Harris, LaDonna http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973) 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_0087 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_0087_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/885394 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_0087.pdf correspondence Education--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Land use--Planning Comanche Nation; Navajo Indians 1 Page LaDonna Harris, wife of Senator Fred Harris, believes that the sudden popularity of Indian culture is beneficial for the Indian community despite society's historical degradation. She discusses her own experiences of feeling ashamed of her heritage and the need for unity among different tribes. Harris praises a school in Dallas for its work with children from various ethnic backgrounds and advocates for greater tolerance and understanding. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Annual Report 1975: Navajo Health Authority's Journey Towards Improved Indigenous Healthcare 1975-01-01 1975-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_32_10_0000, Box, 32, 10, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_32_10_0001 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_11_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978_2-32-10/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_10_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884346 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_11_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978_2-32-10/CAC_CC_003_2_32_10_0001.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Education--United States; Land use--Planning Navajo Indians 21 Pages The Navajo Health Authority was created in response to President Nixon's message to Congress about the lagging health of Indian people. The Authority aimed to establish an American Indian Medical School and develop health manpower training programs to improve health care for Navajo and other tribes. The Authority requested funding and support from the Federal Government, Tribal Council, and philanthropic organizations to achieve their goals. They also emphasized the importance of incorporating traditional healing arts and cultural values into their health education programs. The Board of Commissioners certified their resolution to pursue these goals in March 1973. Text