The Native American Law Students Association (NALSA) would like to invite you to our next activity. NALSA is open to all members of the Lewis & Clark Community and looks forward to your participation! NALSA's goals are to educate the Lewis & Clark Community about legal issues affecting Native American and Alaskan Native communities, promote the study of Federal Indian law, and encourage interaction with local tribes.

Look for us around campus or contact us now!

Upcoming Events

Recent Event(s)

Trading at the River Tradeshow 2008

Greetings!

You are invited to explore the Trading at the River Tradeshow 2008 Tuesday, April 15th from 8 AM to 6 PM and Wednesday, April 16th from 8 AM to 4 PM. The Tradeshow is FREE and open to the public. You will find over 40 of the Pacific Northwest's most exciting Native businesses with a variety of products and services including office products, technology services, beadwork, weaving, personal care products and much more!

April 15-16, 2008

Red Lion Hotel on the River at Jantzen Beach, Portland, OR

There will also be more than 20 informational exhibits focused on helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses by the region's best nonprofits, associations and companies.

Learn about and support Native business or grow your own business at Trading at the River!

Interested in networking with Native businesses and tribal enterprises while attending the best Native business workshops and sessions in the Pacific Northwest? Then please consider attending our conference which runs concurrently with the Tradeshow. Visit our conference webpage for more information.

Lewis & Clark Law School's Small Business Legal Clinic will have a booth at the Trading at the River Tradeshow 2008. The SBLC provides low- or no-cost business transactional legal assistance to small businesses who cannot afford an attorney-primarily those owned by women, minorities, and recent immigrants.

Through the SBLC's Intern Program, law students work under the direction of a clinical law professor, who is an experienced, licensed attorney. Through the SBLC's Pro Bono Project, volunteer attorneys meet directly with clients at the SBLC. The SBLC advises its clients on issues such as entity selection and creation; contract review, drafting, and negotiation; advice and assistance concerning employment issues; lease review and negotiation; and more.

Interested businesses should call 503-768-6940 for more information, or visit the SBLC website.

The 33rd Annual Federal Bar Association Indian Law Conference

April 10-11, 2008

Albuquerque Marriott

Albuquerque, New Mexico

Click here for more details:

Fed Bar Indian Law Conference Flyer

“As we struggle for survival, we have to explain and educate what governs us. Ancient laws govern us.” ~ [Navajo Nation Supreme Court Chief Justice] Herb Yazzie, Presentation, Use what your Ancestors gave you: Tribal Court Judges’ Reflection on Modern Tribal Identity, (Federal Bar Association Indian Law Conference, Albuquerque, NM., April 10, 2008).

“There is a misconception that tribes are not sovereign nations; it is a system of sovereign tribal nations. Before laws, there were families. Your heart will tell you what is right and wrong. Consider the values and customs of your community. The highest law in the land is Grandma’s law.” ~ [Forest County Potawatomi Community Tribal] Judge Eugene L. Whitefish, Presentation, Use what your Ancestors gave you: Tribal Court Judges’ Reflection on Modern Tribal Identity, (Federal Bar Association Indian Law Conference, Albuquerque, NM., April 10, 2008).

“Live in peace, mend the relationship; make the victim whole again. You represent your ancestors. Customary and traditional gathering is the law of the land in villages. Return back to traditional medicine and traditional walks of life. Core community value is the law of the land. Clans, tribal homes, and mother’s house looks out for the community (this is where peacemakers come from). Symbols and signs – we all were one and we all knew one another. Talking circles are ours and do not need a budget. Healing begins here. The healing is how you address domestic violence, suicides, drugs, etc. Begin with the healing process and community values. This is not about power; the law is a responsibility to your community. Think about the future of your kids.” ~ [Tlingit & Haida Nation Tribal Court Officer; Founder Kake Circle Peacemaking; Kake, Alaska District Court Magistrate Judge] Mike A. Jackson, Presentation, Use what your Ancestors gave you: Tribal Court Judges’ Reflection on Modern Tribal Identity, (Federal Bar Association Indian Law Conference, Albuquerque, NM., April 10, 2008).

“Tribal Courts are not traditional, but traditional thoughts are brought to the court. It is the attorneys and litigants who bring the adversity to the courts. Respect the places that you go to; they have their own rules and codes. Check yourself at the door. Take the past for the future vision; bring all that is good to move in to the future. Apply the non-written and written ways of the nation you are in. Help bring people together and act as relatives. You are not alone in what you do; keep going with what your ancestors brought to you. Respect the ancestors of others too.” ~ [Hualapai Tribal Court Chief Justice] Joseph Thomas Flies-Away, Presentation, Use what your Ancestors gave you: Tribal Court Judges’ Reflection on Modern Tribal Identity, (Federal Bar Association Indian Law Conference, Albuquerque, NM., April 10, 2008).

Lewis & Clark Alumni Gathering, Federal Bar Association Indian Law Conference 2008

Lewis & Clark Law School Alumni, Indian Law attorneys who attended Lewis & Clark College Summer Indian Law Program, current Lewis & Clark Law students, and friends. April 11, 2008, Albuquerque, NM.

"Indigenous Economic Development: Sustainability, Culture and Business"

Spring Symposium 2008

"Indigenous Economic Development: Sustainability, Culture and Business"

Economic development for Indian tribes and their citizens is one of the most important topics in Indian law and policy today. Indian gaming gets all the headlines but the grinding poverty and lack of economic activity on reservations is a fact of life for almost all American Indians and their governments. This groundbreaking conference brings together eleven scholars from around the country, most of whom are tribal citizens and experienced in economic development, to discuss this important topic. Our panelists will discuss both the practical and the theoretical issues facing American Indian governments in their task to bring economic development to their reservations that is both profitable, sustainable, and culturally appropriate.

Friday, April 4, Lewis & Clark Law School

Schedule of Events

Click here for the Indian Country Today article

Great Tribal Leaders of Modern Times: Indian Gaming

Saturday, March 1, 2008 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Misconceptions about Indian tribes are certainly not a new phenomenon. Misconceptions about Indian Gaming have been prevalent in the past 15 years. Three programs will look at the legal foundations of Indian gaming, the economic benefits for tribes and surrounding communities, and some of the controversies surrounding Indian gaming. The programs are: Eddie Tullis (former Chairman, Poarch Band of Creek Indians, Alabama), Anthony Pico (former Chairman, Viejas Band of Kumeyaay, California) and Timothy Wapato (former Executive Director, National Indian Gaming Association). Each of these leaders has worked in many other areas as well. Wapato headed the Administration for Native Americans. Pico and Tullis speak movingly about how their peoples' lives have been revived as a result of economic development.

Click here for more Information

Great Tribal Leaders of Modern Times: Great Women Leaders

Saturday, February 16, 2008 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Indian Country over the past two decades has seen an ascendance of women in leadership. Three strikingly different leaders will be viewed this session: Wilma Mankiller (former Principal Chief, Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma), LaDonna Harris (founder, Americans for Indian Opportunity), and Sue Shaffer (Chair, Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Indians, Oregon).

Click here for more Information

Lewis & Clark College Office of Multicultural Affairs/Native Student Union Spring Powwow 2008

Saturday, March 15, 2008 - All Day Event

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2008 MOOT COURT COMPETITION

From forest to desert, Arizona is defined by diversity. Indeed, there's more here than just the Grand Canyon—the only constant in this varied land is the Southwestern sunshine. Blue skies reign over Arizona 80 percent of the time.

ASU and UofA NALSA chapters have devoted extensive time and energy to bring you this year’s student competition. It is our hope that this year’s competition, with the added day, will continue to raise the bar for our National NALSA Moot Court competition.

For any questions regarding this year's competition please feel free to contact Matthew Campbell, Vice President, ASU NALSA Chapter and/or the Vice President of NNALSA, the official NNALSA Moot Court Administrator.

TEMPE, ARIZONA

February 21-23, 2008

The NALSA Chapters of the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law and the James E. Rogers College of Law are proud to co-host this year's National Moot Court Competition

REGISTRATION:

This year's problem has garnered unprecedented interest for law students throughout the Country. We understand that many students are used to waiting until the last minute. However, the host schools would like to remind you that the deadline is fixed and there are no exceptions. Banquets and several functions will need to be finalized well in advance and reservations are being made based on the amount of registered competitors as of December 1.

The registration deadline is December 1, 2007.

Registration Form

2008 NNALSA Moot Court Competition Problem

NNALSA Moot Court Competition Rules

Indian Taco Sale

11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 14, Native American Student & Community Center, Portland State University, 710 SW Jackson St., Portland Oregon.

Poet/Jazz musician Joy Harjo (Muscogee/Creek) to perform at Portland Sate University

Friday, November 9 at 7 p.m. , Native American Student & Community Center, Portland State University, 710 SW Jackson St., Portland OR

Celebrating the anthology-- We Begin Here features: Joy Harjo, Kathy Engel, Alexis DeVeaux, Elmaz Abinader.

Joy Harjo’s bio

www.joyharjo.com

[Joy is a wonderful and powerful poet in person. Equinox and other readings were read and discussed.]

Maria Tallchief Film Screening

Upcoming event on November 5, 2007: Maria Tallchief Film Screening

Maria Tallchief biography

[Excellent presentation of Maria Tallchief that depicts her upbringing on the Osage Reservation, during the tragic allotment/regin of terror days, to her performances all over Europe and the United States. PBS will air this presentation on November 13. Check local times for its showing.]

Mt. Hood Community College 4th Annual Kanawasooma Celebration Pow Wow, November 3, 2007, Mt. Hood Community College, Gresham, Oregon.

The 2nd Annual International IWOK Conference

The 2nd Annual International IWOK Conference: Healthy Environment, Healthy Community, Healthy Families, November 1-3, STAMM Conference Center, IWOK's website

[The] Conference will draw local and international Tribal Leaders, Elders and Academics. Three panel presentations that are a result of a completive call for papers and presentations will set the stage for an interactive conference hosted by the Indigenous Ways of Knowing Program. Each panel will have a combination of traditional and academic presentations. Themes for the panels are as follows:

1. Traditional Ecological Knowledge & Native Science Education;

2. Indigenous Knowledge & Community Resilience;

3. Education & Counseling-Critical Unmet Needs in Indian Country.

The creation and implementation of programs like ours are integral to living the ideas and aspirations of decolonization. The Program and Conference are devoted to learning from living Indigenous cultures as a tangible and exemplary practice in support of multiculturalism in action.

We will also feature a local artist, sponsored meals by local natural resource organizations and native groups. This event is free to all faculty, staff and students of Lewis & Clark.

IWOK Flyer

Conference Agenda

[Great event that featured Azteca Danca, presentations on trans-generational grievance and trauma affecting the health & wellness of modern day Indian Country; pre-/post-colonial & contemporary impacts on the Moiri Indigenous of New Zealand. The Oregon State Bar Indian Law Section also conducted its annual meeting on campus with discussions on hosting a CLE event at the law school in 2008.

Other topics: Nancy Ball's artistry; Celilo Falls history, destruction, spiritual ceremonies affected by damming up rivers, and resilience in retaining and revitalizing culture; The Snohomish Tribal revitalization of traditional plants for food/healing of diabetes, drug and alcoholism; Palouse elder depictions of environmental pollution and water misdirection as told to them through the pain and cries of whales and other sources of spirituality; the importance of utilizing spiritual ceremonies, family, and traditional culture to cleanse, heal, and cope with trans-generational grievance and trauma.]

19th Annual Indigenous Bar Association Conference

October 26 - 27, 2007 - Victoria, British Columbia

19th Annual IBA Conference

Draft Agenda: http://www.indigenousbar. ca/pdf/19_annual_draft_agenda. pdf

INDIAN COUNTRY CONVERSATIONS series event with filmmaker CHRIS EYRE

On Thursday, Oct. 25, 2007, acclaimed director Chris Eyre (Arapaho/Cheyenne) will be at Willamette University to introduce, show and discuss his film EDGE OF AMERICA (2004). Both the talk and the film screening are free and open to the public. Based on a true story, the film deals with what happens when a black educator takes a job teaching high-school English at the fictional Three Nations Reservation, and is coaxed into coaching the girls' basketball team. Click here for a review.

Mr. Eyre will be appearing to introduce his film at 7:00 p.m. in the TIUA Auditorium adjacent to the Willamette campus (at the corner of Mill & 11th Streets) and he will be available afterwards to discuss the film and his work with the audience.

For those unfamiliar with it, TIUA (Tokyo International University of America) is connected to Willamette by the sky bridge across 12th Street that runs from between the soccer field and the athletic building on the west to the TIUA campus on the east next to Mission Mill. Parking is available in front of the TIUA main building, either in the parking lot or on Mill Street, and there will be an open door with an attendant to guide visitors inside to the auditorium.

You can access a printable map here . TIUA is item # 44 on the right hand edge of the map (near the corner of Mill & 11th Streets).

JOINTLY SPONSORED BY THE FILM STUDIES PROGRAM AND THE INDIAN COUNTRY CONVERSATIONS SERIES AT WILLAMETTE UNIVERSITY

(You can read a review of the film from INDIAN COUNTRY TODAY .)

Director of the award-winning film SMOKE SIGNALS, Chris Eyre brings an exciting fresh perspective on the portrayal of Indians in mainstream Hollywood films. Until Mr. Eyre made SMOKE SIGNALS, Indians were not portrayed by an Indian voice and did not have self-representation in mainstream films. Beginning with movies like Nanook of the North and the John Ford-directed series of Westerns starring John Wayne, White Hollywood went from depicting Indians as "the enemy" to romanticizing them with films like Dances With Wolves. Mr. Eyre's position is that there is a difference between "Indian Country" and "Native America" with "Native America" being a white liberal idea of commerce, not people. The perpetuation of "Native America" is now a profitable industry.

[This was a great movie, actor Josephine Keams (who also starred in "Outlaw Josey Wales" with Clint Eastwood) really takes the spotlight and is one of several Navajo characters in the movie. Chris Eyre also took the time to explain his thoughts on the making of this movie and answering questions from the general public at Williamette University.]

October 19, 2007 SYMPOSIUM

October 19, 2007 SYMPOSIUM: Combating Climate Change on the Regional Level: West Coast Policy and Litigation

October 19, 2007 Combating Climate Change on the Regional Level: West Coast Policy and Litigation, Fall Symposium sponsored by the Journal of Environmental Law and Litigation and the Environmental and Natural Resources Law Program. For more information, see http://www.law.uoregon. edu/org/jell/climate. php.

"Earth on Fire:" Fireside Conversations on Global Warming

Wednesday, April 9th at 4:30 p.m. - Professor Kathy Cashman, Geology, "Geologic Perspectives on Paleoclimate"

Wednesday, March 12th at 4:30 p.m. - Professors William Rossi and Molly Westling, English, "Reading, Rhetoric, and Climate"

Wednesday, February 27th at 4:30 p.m. - Professor Rob Illig, Law, "Environmental Entrepreneurship"

Wednesday, February 13th at 4:30 p.m. - Professor Jon Erlandson, Anthropology and the Museum of Natural and Cultural History, "Fishing the Past to Feed the Future: Archaeology, Historical Ecology, and Restoration of Marine Ecosystems"

Wednesday, January 30th at 4:30 p.m. - Professors Jon Palfreman and Carol Ann Bassett, Journalism, "Cool Reporting about a Warming Planet"

Wednesday, January 16th at 4:30 p.m. - Professor Svitlana Kravchenko, Law, "Global Warming and Human Rights"

Wednesday, November 7th at 4:30 p.m. - Professors Steve Kevan and Greg Bothun, Physics, "Physicists on Renewable Energy"

Wednesday, October 24th at 4:30 p.m. - Professor Mike Russo, Lundquist College of Business, "The Business of Global Warming"

Wednesday, October 10th at 4:30 p.m. Professor Nancy Shurtz, Law, "Mother Earth says: 'I'm Cool with Carbon Taxes'"

Wednesday, September 26th at 4:30 p.m. Professor Mark Unno, Religious Studies, "The Buddha's Fire Sermon and Global Warming"

Wednesday, September 12th at 4:30 p.m. Professor Hari Osofsky, Law, "Climate Change and the Alien Tort Claims Act"

Wednesday, August 29th at 4:30 p.m. Professor Mary Wood, Law, "Courts as Guardians of the Global Trust"

Podcasts are available here

The Fourth Annual William H. Veeder Water Law Conference

Gonzaga University School of Law, Spokane, Washington. Friday & Saturday, September 28 & 29, 2007:

http://columbia- institute.org/veeder/ Welcome.html

Jan. 5, 2007

The Kalispel Tribe of Indians, a federally recognized Indian Tribe is looking for a pro bono worker for their bench book. The deadline to apply is Jan. 5th but the start date is flexible. This is an excellent pro bono opportunity for 2+Ls!