Schedule
Monday - January 4
Welcome, Introductions, Orientation, Logistics
Tuesday - January 5
Meet with Emigdio Ballon
Seed Sovereignty
Video: Seed the Untold Story
Wednesday - January 6
Meet with Brandon Benallie
Impact of COVID-19 on Navajo Nation
Thursday - January 7
Meet with Pat McCabe, Woman Stands Shining
The Art and Science of Right Relation
Friday - January 8
Meet with Buck Johnston
Water and Farming in Taos, NM
Closing Circle, Personal Applications
Welcome, Introductions, Orientation, Logistics
Tuesday - January 5
Meet with Emigdio Ballon
Seed Sovereignty
Video: Seed the Untold Story
Wednesday - January 6
Meet with Brandon Benallie
Impact of COVID-19 on Navajo Nation
Thursday - January 7
Meet with Pat McCabe, Woman Stands Shining
The Art and Science of Right Relation
Friday - January 8
Meet with Buck Johnston
Water and Farming in Taos, NM
Closing Circle, Personal Applications
Daily Highlights and Reflections
Monday, January 4, 2020
Jennifer - "Well-being is nourished by being accountable to a people and a place"
Caitlyn - Always take the time to wake up to greet the dawn and say your intentions for the day as a way of grounding yourself and connecting with the world.
Louisa - In order to feel secure, safe, healthy, and whole, people must be deeply rooted to the land they walk upon. It holds us accountable for caring for the Earth and respecting all forms of life around us.
Erin - Rather than always trying to be in control, put yourself into something bigger and just respond to what arises.
Caitlyn - Always take the time to wake up to greet the dawn and say your intentions for the day as a way of grounding yourself and connecting with the world.
Louisa - In order to feel secure, safe, healthy, and whole, people must be deeply rooted to the land they walk upon. It holds us accountable for caring for the Earth and respecting all forms of life around us.
Erin - Rather than always trying to be in control, put yourself into something bigger and just respond to what arises.
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Louisa - As much as we believe that we can control Mother Nature for our own benefit through genetic modification, pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, it is so important that we learn, understand, and respect the natural cycles of life.
Erin - Find natural supplements and think of certain foods as medicine
Caitlyn - It is important to take time to think about where our food comes from; the farm, the soil, the seed. We must also remember that seeds are what give us life and we must leave our legacy with plants.
Erin - Find natural supplements and think of certain foods as medicine
Caitlyn - It is important to take time to think about where our food comes from; the farm, the soil, the seed. We must also remember that seeds are what give us life and we must leave our legacy with plants.
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Caitlyn - "Don't come here to change us, come here to change yourself"
Louisa - Before we buy an object for our own personal benefit or nourishment, it is important that we are mindful and appreciative towards the community who built it.
Louisa - Before we buy an object for our own personal benefit or nourishment, it is important that we are mindful and appreciative towards the community who built it.
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Caitlyn - "Joy is your compass"; no matter where you are in life there is always still time to find your passion and live it
Louisa- Within the Sacred Hoop, human beings are just the babies of life on Earth. We have so much to learn from other species about how to coexist with each other, other living beings, and the land.
Louisa- Within the Sacred Hoop, human beings are just the babies of life on Earth. We have so much to learn from other species about how to coexist with each other, other living beings, and the land.
Friday, January 8, 2021
Caitlyn - Be aware of issues happening within your community and don't be afraid of coming together to speak out
Louisa - Stating "All my relations” at the end of a sentence acknowledges everything we didn't get the chance to say, includes everything and everyone around us and in our hearts, as well as passes the torch on to the next person.
Louisa - Stating "All my relations” at the end of a sentence acknowledges everything we didn't get the chance to say, includes everything and everyone around us and in our hearts, as well as passes the torch on to the next person.
Daily Resources and Notes
Monday, January 4, 2021
Invitation
Greet the sun and introduce yourself to Creation in the morning
Accept invite to be a weebly website page editor
Add a photo and one-paragraph bio to the website page
Add any reflections or highlights to the website page
Add your previous research to the website page
Greet the sun and introduce yourself to Creation in the morning
Accept invite to be a weebly website page editor
Add a photo and one-paragraph bio to the website page
Add any reflections or highlights to the website page
Add your previous research to the website page
Native Land app
"The Native Land app can be downloaded to your phone. It will tell you in whose traditional indigenous territory you are, wherever you are. It is considered good protocol to give territorial acknowledgement to the indigenous people of the land wherever a gathering is taking place. Territorial acknowledgment is very important as part of our collective racial and societal healing. Native Land (if you’re on Android, you can text your zip code or city, state (remember to include comma) to this #9073125085 you will get a response in a short time.) " https://apps.apple.com/us/app/native-land/id1194356597
"The Native Land app can be downloaded to your phone. It will tell you in whose traditional indigenous territory you are, wherever you are. It is considered good protocol to give territorial acknowledgement to the indigenous people of the land wherever a gathering is taking place. Territorial acknowledgment is very important as part of our collective racial and societal healing. Native Land (if you’re on Android, you can text your zip code or city, state (remember to include comma) to this #9073125085 you will get a response in a short time.) " https://apps.apple.com/us/app/native-land/id1194356597
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CommUNITY Learning Network
Rumba de Santa Fe |
Prayer to the Creator
Radmilla Cody |
Morning Blessing Song
Radmilla Cody |
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
View the trailer and learn more about the movie: Seed: The Untold Story
View the trailer and learn more about the movie: Money and Life
View the trailer and learn more about the movie: Money and Life
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Education & Aid:
rednation.org
indigenousaction.org
indigenousmutualaid.org
Social Media:
@keinfoshop
@navajotimes (Becenti - COVID-19 Statistics)
rednation.org
indigenousaction.org
indigenousmutualaid.org
Social Media:
@keinfoshop
@navajotimes (Becenti - COVID-19 Statistics)
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Pachamama Alliance
Video: Third Planet from the Sun
Video: Where Does Your Energy Come From -
(video from Sierra and students in Shiprock)
Sacred Hoop and Four Directions Teachings
Homework - Where does your water come from?
Video: Third Planet from the Sun
Video: Where Does Your Energy Come From -
(video from Sierra and students in Shiprock)
Sacred Hoop and Four Directions Teachings
Homework - Where does your water come from?
Caitlyn - My water comes from the Plymouth-Carver Aquifer that spans 199 square miles across 8 towns in southeastern Massachusetts.
Friday, January 8, 2021
New Mexico Acequia Association: https://lasacequias.org
CommUNITY Videos: Graham Beyale
CommUNITY Videos: Lyla June Johnston
Guardians of Taos Water: https://www.taoswaterprotectors.org
Nonviolent direct action: Standing Rock
Chief Seattle - How Can You Buy or Sell the Earth
"May light always prevail,
may we grow in wisdom,
and may our hearts remain strong"
CLN Board - Mary Hekman
Group Homework
What is the nickname and motto for New Mexico?
Land of enchantment
Crescit Eundo (it grows as it goes)
When did New Mexico become a state?
Jan 6, 1912
What tribes are located in New Mexico?
23 -nineteen Pueblos, three Apache tribes (the Fort Sill Apache Tribe, the Jicarilla, Apache Nation and the Mescalero Apache Tribe), and the Navajo Nation.
What languages are spoken in New Mexico?
Spanish, English, Navajo
When was the City of Santa Fe founded?
Between 1607 and 1610
What rivers run through New Mexico?
Pescos, San Juan, Canadian, Gila, Amimas
What lakes are in New Mexico?
Heron, Elephant Butte, Navajo, Abiquiu, Brantley
What mountain ranges are in New Mexico?
Sandia, Rocky, Jemez, Sacramento
What is Bandelier National Monument?
Preserves the homes of the Ancestral Pueblos 1150-1600 AD
What is the Santuario de Chimayo?
A Catholic Church and Pilgrimage site
What is the Palace of the Governors?
Adobe structure in Sante Fe, oldest public building in the US
What is the Santuario de Guadalupe?
Catholic shrine in Sante Fe, dedicated to Our Lady of Guadalupe Church
Land of enchantment
Crescit Eundo (it grows as it goes)
When did New Mexico become a state?
Jan 6, 1912
What tribes are located in New Mexico?
23 -nineteen Pueblos, three Apache tribes (the Fort Sill Apache Tribe, the Jicarilla, Apache Nation and the Mescalero Apache Tribe), and the Navajo Nation.
What languages are spoken in New Mexico?
Spanish, English, Navajo
When was the City of Santa Fe founded?
Between 1607 and 1610
What rivers run through New Mexico?
Pescos, San Juan, Canadian, Gila, Amimas
What lakes are in New Mexico?
Heron, Elephant Butte, Navajo, Abiquiu, Brantley
What mountain ranges are in New Mexico?
Sandia, Rocky, Jemez, Sacramento
What is Bandelier National Monument?
Preserves the homes of the Ancestral Pueblos 1150-1600 AD
What is the Santuario de Chimayo?
A Catholic Church and Pilgrimage site
What is the Palace of the Governors?
Adobe structure in Sante Fe, oldest public building in the US
What is the Santuario de Guadalupe?
Catholic shrine in Sante Fe, dedicated to Our Lady of Guadalupe Church
Previous Research
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We listened to the podcast episode "Food Sovereignty: A Growing Movement" from 'All My Relations' to start learning about food sovereignty and colonialism, relationships with traditional foods, healing etc.
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We also looked into the voting patterns of indigenous communities for the 2020 Presidential Election. In Arizona, indigenous communities played a major role in electing president-elect Joe Biden. |
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Stonehill 2021 - Cohort
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Caitlyn Weston
Hi I'm Caitlyn! I am currently a senior at Stonehill College studying Biology and Secondary Education, as I hope to one day become an educator or go into scientific research/advocacy. I am from Carver, MA where I live with my mom, dad, sister, and dog Bella. In my free time I like to go on runs, cook, snowmobile, and paint! I'm so excited to work with the CommUNITY Learning Network over our winter break to learn more about our connection with the earth and our neighbors.
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Kelly Trayers
Hi I'm Kelly! I am a senior at Stonehill College, studying History and Secondary Education. My goal is to become a history teacher, in an inclusive class setting. When I'm not at Stonehill, I live in Scituate, MA with my mom, dad and little sister. I love reading, baking, yoga and hanging out with my Nana. As a future history teacher, I am excited to learn more about the history of the Navajo and New Mexico, to inform my teaching and further educate myself! |
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Erin Sousa
I’m Erin! I’m from Chelmsford, MA. I am a junior at Stonehill College, and I study Secondary Education and English. I hope to become a high school English teacher. At Stonehill, I sing in Chapel Choir and I am a writer for the Her Campus chapter. I am looking forward to working with the CommUNITY Learning Network to learn more about spirituality and how we can connect with our surroundings. |
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Louisa Rossel
Hello! My name is Louisa and I am a senior at Stonehill College studying Environmental Studies and Education. I am passionate about sustainable agriculture and enjoy volunteering at the Farm at Stonehill, as well as teaching children how to become stewards of the Earth through farming. I am so grateful to have the opportunity to hear the inspiring stories and knowledge shared with us this week, as well as grow in my own spirituality through deepening my connection with other people and the planet. |
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Emma Bergstrom
Hi all! My name is Emma, I am a third-year student at Stonehill College studying Special Education and American Studies, and I am from New Jersey. I hope to work with students who have disabilities as well as continue to learn more about ways to create an accessible classroom space for all. I love learning about social justice, creating digital art, and fuzzy socks! At Stonehill, I am a Volunteer Coordinator through Campus Ministry and the President of Stonehill's chapter of She's the First. I am so excited to learn more about food sovereignty, spirituality, and community! |
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Colton Varholak
Hey everyone! My name is Colton Varholak I am from Orange, Connecticut where I live with my mom, dad, two younger sisters, and dog Buddy! I am a sophomore at Stonehill where I study Criminology, Environmental Studies, and Arabic, as well as military science as a Cadet in the Army ROTC program. In the future, I hope to serve our country in the United States Army before working in state law enforcement, specifically environmental conservation! In my spare time, I love hiking, cooking, skiing, fitness, and nutrition, and hope to complete my first triathlon this year. I am so excited to work with the CommUNITY Learning Network to deepen my knowledge on environmental stewardship, Native American heritage, and the concept of right relations! |
Participant Cohort Contacts
Caitlyn Weston ([email protected])
Kelly Trayers ([email protected])
Colton Varholak ([email protected])
Lucia Darling ([email protected])
Elizabeth Aubin ([email protected])
Emma Bergstrom ([email protected])
Erin Sousa ([email protected])
Grace Shannon ([email protected])
Louisa Rossel ([email protected])
Questions
During our first group meetings we came together to see what we were all curious about and want to become more educated on throughout our immersion experience! The topics included were:
- What does faith/spirituality look like in different indigenous communities?
- How does faith motivate and influence care of the planet? Are there certain traditions that connect people and earth?
- How do communities take care of their land?
- What does education look like in the pueblos and on reservations?
- What do gender roles and elder roles look like?
- Are there elder systems?
- What has been communities' responses to the COVID-19 Pandemic?
