Friday, October 6 and Saturday, October 7
OSU-Cascades
Experience and honor the history and traditions of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. This cultural celebration of the First Peoples of Central Oregon and Traditional Salmon Bake will include activities and events presented by members of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs and take place in conjunction with OSU-Cascades’ Discovery Day.
"As a student at OSU-Cascades and as an elder of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, there is importance of the combined history of the first peoples of these beautiful lands and our educational institutions that promote a shared vision for continued investment in Central Oregon's future."
— Leona Ike
Traditional Native Salmon Bake
Bruckner Courtyard
Saturday, October 7
4 – 5 p.m.
$10 per person
Enjoy a traditionally prepared meal featuring salmon sole source caught in the Columbia River by Salmon King Fisheries, a company owned by a member of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. The salmon will be cooked on grills and served with traditional side dishes.
Friday, October 6
6-8 p.m.
Traditional Regalia of the Warm Springs Tribes
The clothing of the Warm Springs tribes and their adornments carry history and meaning, as you’ll learn from a panel of tribal leaders and a showcase of traditional regalia. Crafted with pride and often using techniques passed on through generations, garments were and are made for ceremonial wear and dancing.
Reception included featuring indigenous appetizers and Twisted Teepee fried bread.
Saturday, October 7
11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Storyteller, Artists, Dancers, Traditional Native Salmon Bake
Join us on campus for a special slate of activities that further explore the rich history, culture and traditions of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs.
11 a.m.
Opening Ceremony and History
Edward J. Ray Hall, Atrium
11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Native Artist Demonstrations
Bead Working, Drum Making, Basket Weaving, Moccasin Making, Painting
Edward J. Ray Hall, Atrium
12 - 12:50 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Alive, Living & The Pursuit
Jefferson Greene
Executive, Columbia River Institute for Indigenous Development
Member of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs
Edward J. Ray Hall, Atrium
Every region has a history of Native American presence. A leading advocate for the CTWS’ language and arts, Greene will share how these communities lived in harmony with the territory, depending on the health of the environment for survival, and connecting with the spiritual presence and life of all within. He’ll contrast how today, the world witnesses conditions and social noise that disconnect us from the spiritual component of the pursuit of enlightenment, presence and support.
3 p.m.
Native Dance Presentation
Bruckner Courtyard
4 – 5 p.m.
Traditional Native Salmon Bake
Bruckner Courtyard
$10 per person
Enjoy a traditionally prepared meal featuring salmon sole source caught in the Columbia River by Salmon King Fisheries, a company owned by a member of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. The salmon will be cooked on grills and served with traditional side dishes. Register now.
5 – 6 p.m.
Black Lodge Singers
Bruckner Courtyard
The Black Lodge Singers are a Native American, Grammy-nominated drum group with more than 30 albums. The group is led by Kenny Scabby Robe of the Blackfeet Nation and includes many of his sons.
With Thanks and Recognition
Jefferson Greene, Director of the Columbia River Institute for Indigenous Development
Ray “Captain” Moody – Warm Springs Tribal Leader
Leona Ike, Student, OSU-Cascades and CTWS Liaison
Lincoln’s Pow Wow Committee
Salmon King Fisheries
The Black Lodge Singers
Oregon State University – Cascades Acknowledgment of Partnership with the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs
We recognize that First Peoples have and always have had a spiritual connection to the land. As OSU is a land-grant institution, we recognize the profound responsibility this history creates in our institution and ongoing partnerships with the Tribes.
It is OSU-Cascades' intent and responsibility to work with the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, to recognize their rights in the region. The First Peoples of this land are valued, contributing members of the Oregon State community and represent multiple sovereign tribes among students, faculty, staff and alumni.
OSU-Cascades is committed — in the spirit of self-reflection, learning and partnership — to ensure that this institution of higher learning will be of enduring benefit to the people on whose ancestral lands it is now located.
*This acknowledgment of partnership was collaboratively created by the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Culture and Heritage Committee, OSU-Cascades’ student tribal liaison Leona Ike, and OSU-Cascades. Final vote on the wording of this statement by Tribal Council is pending.
Land Acknowledgment
Oregon State University acknowledges the impact of its land grant history on Indigenous communities in Oregon and beyond. OSU is committed to ensuring the university is of enduring benefit to the people on whose ancestral lands OSU is now located. To learn more visit https://oregonstate.edu/land-acknowledgment.