18th Annual Native American Studies Week: "Indigenous Athletes and Athleticism: Vital Contributions to a National Passion"

USC Lancaster’s Native American Studies is hosting its 18th Annual Native American Studies Celebration, held on selected dates beginning Wednesday, Nov. 1 and concluding on Friday, Nov. 10.

This year's signature event, "Indigenous Athletes and Athleticism: Vital Contributions to a National Passion," celebrates Indigenous feats in sports and athleticism. Events include a lecture on Jim Thorpe by Pulitzer Prize-winning author David Maraniss, She Carries On film screening and filmmaker discussion with Dr. Natalie Welch (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians), a roundtable discussion on Catawba athletes, a lecture on the impact of Indigenous athletes in the world of sports by founder and editor of Native Viewpoint Vincent Schilling (Awkwesasne Mohawk), an exhibit reception and more!

Events will be held  in person and virtually. To attend our events virtually, please register at the Zoom registration links available on our website and social media platforms.

For more information, call (803) 313-7172 or email usclnasp@mailbox.sc.edu.