Onondaga Nation

People of the Hills

HOW TWO ELEMENTAL FORCES INSPIRED THIS SUMMER’S N7 COLLECTION

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Nike News- “When we introduce ourselves, it is the name given to us as a child. My name is Gaagwagyehe: The sun is leaning, the orb is going down, like the sunset.” This line from Jeremy Thompson, member of the Iroquois Confederacy of the Onondaga Nation and professional lacrosse player, illustrates this summer’s Nike N7 collection: footwear and apparel inspired by the … [Read more...] about HOW TWO ELEMENTAL FORCES INSPIRED THIS SUMMER’S N7 COLLECTION

THE CITIZENSHIP ACT OF 1924

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AN INTEGRAL PILLAR OF THE COLONIZATION and FORCED ASSIMILATION POLICIES OF THE UNITED STATES IN VIOLATION OF TREATIES by Joseph Heath, Esq. General Counsel of the Onondaga Nation INTRODUCTION:       The Onondaga Nation and the Haudenosaunee have never accepted the authority of the United States to make Six Nations citizens become citizens of the United States, as … [Read more...] about THE CITIZENSHIP ACT OF 1924

Honoring Onondaga’s Oren Lyons, Le Moyne grapples with Jesuit history

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National Catholic Reporter: By Renee K. Gadoua SYRACUSE, N.Y. — When Onondaga Nation faithkeeper Oren Lyons accepts an honorary degree Sunday, May 20, at Le Moyne College, the Jesuit institution will recognize his international advocacy for indigenous peoples, human rights and environmental stewardship. The award also honors the Haudenosaunee Confederacy in the college's … [Read more...] about Honoring Onondaga’s Oren Lyons, Le Moyne grapples with Jesuit history

Ogweñ•yó’da’ déñ’se’ Hanadagá•yas: The Cicada and George Washington

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May 14, 2018 By Dehowähda•dih The Ogweñ•yó’da’ (or cicada) is expected to return to the Onondaga Nation this summer.  The people of the nation long have enjoyed the Ogweñ•yó’da’ as a great snack. As a youth, I would be given a paper bag to head out in the morning to “go picking” for a snack.  My brother even took a large bag of cooked cicada to Ceremonies to share with … [Read more...] about Ogweñ•yó’da’ déñ’se’ Hanadagá•yas: The Cicada and George Washington

Making the Most of a Personalized Education

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Adelphi University - Sophia Powless grew up in the Onondaga Nation, a tribal territory located near Syracuse, New York. There, volleyball was a family tradition, and she competed in a club team that made it to several national playoffs. “It’s been in my life for as long as I can remember,” she said. “It was natural for me to go into the sport.”   Read More … [Read more...] about Making the Most of a Personalized Education

Native Players, Coaches, and an Owner Making Waves In Professional Lacrosse

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Vincent Schilling Lyle Thompson, Onondaga, scores 100th goal with Georgia Swarm, additional comments from Quinn Powless, Mohawk, Kyle Jackson, Aamjiwnaang First Nations and Jerome Thompson Fans of the Georgia Swarm in the National Lacrosse League celebrated Native American Heritage Night on March 24th at the Infinite Energy Arena. Lyle Thompson, Onondaga, celebrated by … [Read more...] about Native Players, Coaches, and an Owner Making Waves In Professional Lacrosse