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Indigenous Peoples Day Film Showing

The film that will be shown is Battle for the Northern Plains.

We will watch episode four of this documentary series. Battle for the Northern Plains chronicles the epic struggle for the American frontier from 1865 to the tragedy at Wounded Knee. The episode details the strategic campaigns of legendary tribal leaders like Red Cloud and Roman Nose as they defended their homelands, culminating in iconic conflicts like Red Cloud's War and the Battle of the Little Bighorn.

A Discussion will follow.

Indigenous Peoples Day Film Showing

The film that will be shown is Battle for the Northern Plains.

A Discussion will follow.

Indigenous Peoples Day Community Read

The community reading book will be Big Chief by Jon Hickey. Pick up your free copy of the book at either the Blue Earth County Historical Society or the Blue Earth County Library.

Synopsis

Big Chief by Jon Hickey is a powerful contemporary novel exploring Native leadership, identity, community and the complicated realities of tribal politics. Set within a fictional tribal nation, the story follows a young tribal leader navigating political pressures, personal relationships and the responsibility of serving his people. Blending humor, tension and heart, Big Chief offers a compelling look at sovereignty, belonging and what it means to lead while staying connected to community and culture.

Series and Schedule

We have a series of community discussion groups around the book.

October 1 at 6 p.m. at the Centenary United Methodist Church
October 10 at 1 p.m. at BECHS
October 20 at 6 p.m. at Centenary United Methodist Church
October 24 at 10 a.m. at BECHS

Join us at any or all of these community conversations around the 2026 Indigenous Peoples Day community read!

Indigenous Peoples Day Film Showing

The film that will be shown is Battle for the Northern Plains.

A Discussion will follow.

Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration 2026

Come and Celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day in Mankato!

Free Admission for all!

Theme

Continuing to Lead: A Community of Hope, Change and Reconciliation

Event Schedule

Planetarium Showing Star Knowledge - 3 p.m.
Cultural Demonstration - Dakota Language - 3:15 p.m.
Drum Group Exhibition - 3:30 p.m.
Welcome and Recognition - 3:45 p.m.
Planetarium Showing Star Knowledge - 4:30 p.m.
Cultural Demonstration - Regalia and Beadwork - 4:45 p.m.
Drum Group Exhibition - 5 p.m.
Planetarium Showing Star Knowledge - 5:30 p.m.
Cultural Demonstration - Flintknapping - 6 p.m.
Planetarium Showing Star Knowledge - 6:30 p.m.
Drum Group Exhibit - 6:45 p.m.

Event will feature free activities for kids, Indigenous arts and crafts and local food trucks!

DEI x Student Financial Services Drop-in Hours

Student Financial Aid Staff will be hosting walk in hours in CSU 284 throughout the Fall Semester. This is a great opportunity for any student to get help with financial aid verification, loan questions, their FAFSA application or any other concerns they may have. All students are welcome and encouraged to attend, no appointment necessary. Check in at the front desk, as students will be assisted on first-come, first-serve basis.

NASA Meeting (Native American Student Association)

Seed Sharing with Joy Persall

Join us for a keynote presentation on sacred community, food, and seeds by Joy Persall, Indigenous leader, Master Gardener, Leadership Coach and board member of Dream of Wild Health.

Open to the community.

Indigenous Peoples Day Community Read

The community reading book will be Big Chief by Jon Hickey. Pick up your free copy of the book at either the Blue Earth County Historical Society or the Blue Earth County Library.

Synopsis

Series and Schedule

We have a series of community discussion groups around the book.

October 1 at 6 p.m. at the Centenary United Methodist Church
October 10 at 1 p.m. at BECHS
October 20 at 6 p.m. at Centenary United Methodist Church
October 24 at 10 a.m. at BECHS

Join us at any or all of these community conversations around the 2026 Indigenous Peoples Day community read!

Latina Expo 2026

Join us for Latina Expo 2026, featuring networking, professional development, leadership sessions and opportunities to connect with Latina leaders and organizations.

Registration is required, to register please email Geanella Ochoa or stop by CSU 269.

Latina Expo 2026

Join us for Latina Expo 2026, featuring networking, professional development, leadership sessions and opportunities to connect with Latina leaders and organizations.

Registration is required, to register please email Geanella Ochoa or stop by CSU 269.

Indigenous Peoples Day Community Read

The community reading book will be Big Chief by Jon Hickey. Pick up your free copy of the book at either the Blue Earth County Historical Society or the Blue Earth County Library.

Synopsis

Series and Schedule

We have a series of community discussion groups around the book.

October 1 at 6 p.m. at the Centenary United Methodist Church
October 10 at 1 p.m. at BECHS
October 20 at 6 p.m. at Centenary United Methodist Church
October 24 at 10 a.m. at BECHS

Join us at any or all of these community conversations around the 2026 Indigenous Peoples Day community read!

DEI Halloween Awareness Event

Join Diversity, Equity and Inclusion offices to understand the impact on multicultural and diverse communities with the stereotypes promoted in Halloween costumes and with other cultural appropriation.