Volume 20 Fall 2008 Issue No. 1
In This Issue:
Native Voices, Modern Media
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FEATURES
Native journalists break through barriers in new media
By Juan A. Avila Hernandez (Yoeme/Yoi)
The opportunities for diversity in the media field are greater than ever, and Native students with special training can take advantage of them.
Lifelong Learning
Libraries promote literacy throughout communities
By James Thull
Libraries exist to support learning and teaching; at the TCUs they must be creative with limited resources to serve entire communities.
Who’s Best for U.S. AND Indian Country?
Students weigh in on 2008 presidential race
By Patty Talahongva (Hopi/Tewa)
Young tribal college student leaders are concerned about the war, the economy, and the environment more than gender or race.
TCJ Student Edition
Elizabeth Cook-Lynn (Crow Creek Sioux) says “self-knowledge and cultural revitalization is possible in a flawed world of relentless struggle.”
2008 AIHEC Conference Highlights
Scenes from the 27th annual conference reflect students’ learning, competitive spirit, and humor. SPECIAL!
DEPARTMENTS
Letters to the Editor
Storymakers
Editor’s Essay By Tina Deschenie (Diné /Hopi)
On Campus
Advertising Index
By Mariana Kiona Harvey (Yakama/Cowlitz) and Tina Deschenie (Diné /Hopi) www.tribalcollegejournal.org
ON THE COVER: Cover illustration by Nakota Designs. The layout and design for Tribal College Journal is created by Nakota Designs.