Dr. Mitzi Uehara Carter, Ph.D. Assistant Teaching Professor of Anthropology and Asian Studies Department of Global and Sociocultural Studies SIPA 307 Florida International University 11200 SW 8th Street Miami, FL 33199 Office phone: 305-348-2258 Secretary: 305-348-2247 Email: mcarter@fiu.edu
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In November 2021, the president of the American Anthropological Association apologized to Indigenous people on behalf of the AAA for “the traumatic effects of anthropology’s enduring legacy on Indigenous communities.” What is that legacy? This talk will explore the disciplining of anthropology from an Indigenous perspective. What does it mean to explore “decolonizing” in inherently colonial disciplines and institutions? What does decolonial research look like? Finally, where does anthropolo
Please join the Global Indigenous Forum and the Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion on October 10th at 10am in the GC Pit (FIU campus) to celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day, featuring Ric Babcock, Chair of GIF’s Council of Elders (Cherokee), Samuel Tommie, Indigenous artist from the Everglades (Seminole), and a ceremonial dance by Tonalxochitl Danza Conchera.
Five experienced professionals will be sharing their own experiences with spirituality. Our own Rev Houston Cypress from the Miccosukee Community will be there. There will be catering from Vicky's Cafe.
Join us Friday and Saturday, November 4 & 5, 2022 on the Big Cypress Indian Reservation. The Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum and the Seminole Tribe of Florida is celebrating Native American Heritage Month with authentic Seminole and Indigenous art, music, food dance and more! This family friendly event will be held from 10am-5pm on Friday and Saturday. Enjoy admission to the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum with event tickets as a special benefit. Don't forget to purchase a $1 raffle ticket to win a variety of Native
The Panel focuses on giving a platform to Native American activists to discuss different issues they are tackling or are aware of. As well as allow different community members/students to learn more about different ways to be involved/support indigenous causes.
Meet and Greet (GIF Members)
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Modesto A. Maidique, GC 286
This will be the official informal Meet and Greet for the Fall semester! Come out and meet your Advisor, President, RSO representative and more! Let's have fun with everyone!
Trip to the Ah-Tah-Tih-Ki Museum
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Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum
This is a field trip to the Ah-Tah-Tih-Ki Museum! This event is only open to the first 40 people that reserve on the link that will be provided soon! Please check in for any updates (Instagram and Website).
