Barack Obama burst on the national scene in just a few years- he was virtually unknown in major political circles. He wasn’t born into a family name with endless opportunities. He worked, was elected to the Senate in Illinois, and he carried a message to the people. Two words became synonymous with Obama- ‘Hope’ and ‘ Change,’ two words a country desperately needed. The … [Read more...] about Historic Inauguration
Archives for March 2009
Travis Solomon Fundraiser A Huge Success
Onondaga Nation By Kent Lyons March 22, 2009 A huge outpouring of compassion came from the world of lacrosse on all levels to show support for Travis Solomon; a champion, a teammate and a friend. Travis is battling Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease. It is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and … [Read more...] about Travis Solomon Fundraiser A Huge Success
Syracuse University Appoints New Haudenosaunee Emissary
Onondaga Communications By Denise Waterman In February, Chancellor Nancy Cantor was pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Richard R. Loder as Syracuse University Emissary to the Haudenosaunee. The Office of the Chancellor and President held a reception on Friday, February 13, 2009 at Crouse Hinds Hall. A distinguished group of Onondaga Nation community … [Read more...] about Syracuse University Appoints New Haudenosaunee Emissary
A Day in the Life of Us: Onondaga Nation kids share about their day
Spring 2009 In the morning I am difficult to wake up. I usually wake up around 8:00 a.m. (when I am suppose to be in school) and my sister Janine usually wakes me up by slapping my bed and shouting “Wake Up, Your Going to Be Late.” After I roll out of bed I fix my hair, get dressed and help get my siblings ready for school. My three siblings and I get into one of … [Read more...] about A Day in the Life of Us: Onondaga Nation kids share about their day
Stone Canoe
Onondaga Communictions By Wendy Gonyea A Journal of Arts and Ideas from Upstate New York – Number 3 Onondagas continue to be featured in Stone Canoe. The name of this prestigious journal exemplifies our beginnings and the artists and writers of our community are seeing to it that we continue to tell the world we’re still here. This year we congratulate Stephanie … [Read more...] about Stone Canoe
WXXI: Homework Hotline
We Shall Remain - Updated Schedule (4/2/09) WXXI Channel 24 is airing 6 new segments from the upcoming PBS Series: We Shall Remain, on Homework Hotline, at 5:30 pm- a project that establishes Native history as an essential part of American history. For the final six episodes of New York State of Mine, we will learn about the native people of New York , the … [Read more...] about WXXI: Homework Hotline
Cross Country Skiing at Onondaga
Tsha'Honnonyendakwha News Shirley Hill February 8th was a day of fun for all! Russell Houck from Sunnycrest Ski Club brought everything needed to cross-country ski. He even brought their snowmobile and track grooming equipment. With the rain that fell during the night, it wasn’t needed as it was wet in some spots and some snow had melted away. But what was left was just … [Read more...] about Cross Country Skiing at Onondaga