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University Art Galleries Interim Director, Amy Fill and USD Graphic Design student, Lacey McLouth created a beautiful window installation for the I.D. Weeks library building. Using red removable vinyl, they hand cut the shapes and designs to create a symmetrical, lace-like pattern that was applied to the windows. Courtney Lavallie, UAG Gallery Assistant and Martha Aguirre, Oscar Howe Gallery Attendant assisted Lacey with the installation process. The artists state that art does not have to exist in a formal gallery space and with this project, we hope to elevate and activate a common shared space.

Native Voices explores the interconnectedness of wellness, illness and cultural life for Native Americans, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiians. Stories drawn from both the past and present examine how health for Native People is tied to community, the land and spirit. Through interviews, Native People describe the impact of epidemics, federal legislation, the loss of land and the inhibition of culture on the health of Native individuals and communities today. To learn more and view content from the exhibition, visit http://www.nlm.nih.gov/nativevoices.

Native Voices Opening Ceremony and Prayer featuring Eugene D. Thin Elk, Sic’angu Lakota, speaking on his origination of the Red Road Approach, a culturally-based therapeutic recovery and wellness model. Thin Elk and Richard D. Thomas, Isanti Dakota, co-developed and presented on the Read Road over the past 38 years. Light refreshments beginning at 7 p.m., followed by 7:30 p.m. Opening Ceremony and Prayer. This is part 1 of a 4-part Native Voices Lecture and Discussion Series coinciding with the Native Voices: Native Peoples’ Concepts of Health and Illness exhibition,produced by the National Library of Medicine and on display on the 2nd floor of the I.D. Weeks Library until September 25, 2019. Native Voices explores the interconnectedness of wellness, illness and cultural life for Native Americans. To learn more and view content from the exhibition, visit http://www.nlm.nih.gov/nativevoices.

Storytelling and health as experienced by Native Americans led by Dr. Gary Cheeseman, Wednesday, September 4, 7:00-9:00 p.m., Farber Hall.

Film and Discussion Health Care: Crisis at Rosebud followed by a panel discussion led by Damon Leader Charge, Wednesday, September 11, 7:00-9:00 p.m., Farber Hall.

Lecture and Discussion on Historical Trauma, led by Dr. Beth Boyd, Wednesday, September 18, 7:00-9:00 p.m., Farber Hall.