University of Connecticut Land Acknowledgement Statement

We would like to begin by acknowledging that the land on which we gather is the territory of the Mohegan, Mashantucket Pequot, Eastern Pequot, Schaghticoke, Golden Hill Paugussett,  Nipmuc, and Lenape Peoples, who have stewarded this land throughout the generations.  We thank them for their strength and resilience in protecting this land, and aspire to uphold our responsibilities according to their example.

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In Celebration of Native and Indigenous Heritage Month, UConn’s Department of Public Policy (DPP) is highlighting events and resources throughout the state of Connecticut. This month is a time to celebrate the rich culture, traditions and historical contributions of the Native and Indigenous people. We encourage you all to take advantage of the following educational opportunities:

UConn’s Native American Cultural Program (NACP):

• Indigenous Women and Two – Spirits in STEM panel Friday, November 5th at 5:00 PM
  • Sponsored by NACP, the Department of Chemistry, the Department of Mathematics, the Department of Public Health and the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology
• A “public talk” by Susan Branch, the author of “Committed”, Wednesday, November 10th from 4:00-5:15 PM Land Grab CT
• Encounters Dialogue Friday, November 12th from 12:00 to 2:00 PM

Native American and Indigenous Student Association (NAISA)

• NAISA operates under the UConn Native American Cultural Program. This organization is open to all students on campus and they seek to educate and advocate for the native and/or indigenous student population. Make sure to check out their page for more information on events, cultural issues and traditions.
• Land Back & Land Art: Discussion with Navajo Artist, Q&A with Dińe, artist Shonto Begay, Wednesday, November 3rd at 5:00 PM

Mansfield Historical Society Library

• The Mansfield Historical Society is home to resources and historical records of the Native and Indigenous peoples of Connecticut. They are currently sharing pieces on the history of the indigenous people known to have inhabited Mansfield, Connecticut.

The Indian & Colonial Research Center

• A research society, library and historical society and museum – highlighting Native American and colonial history as far back as 1637.

The Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center

• A tribally owned research center and museum that offers educational resources about the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe.