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Center for Indigenous Science | Invitation to Seminar Series

Event Type
Lecture
Sponsor
Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology
Location
612 IGB Conference Center, 1206 West Gregory Drive, Urbana
Date
Sep 24, 2024   9:00 am  
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Originating Calendar
American Indian Studies Program

Indigenous Science and the More than Human World | Keynote Speaker: Natasha Myhal

9:00 am Coffee & Welcome

9:30 am Indigenous Science Panel

12 pm Keynote Speaker, Natasha Myhal 

Panel Speakers:
Rose Bear Don’t Walk
Jenny L. Davis
Esther Ngumbi
Sara Rich

Keynote:

The Living Earth: Indigenous Science and Reciprocal Relationships with Non-Human Beings

Natasha Myhal
Provost’s Fellow - Assistant Professor. Indigenous Environmental Studies, Ohio State University

In this talk, I introduce a novel approach to Indigenous Science and storytelling through maamawijiwan (watershed) thinking. This approach emphasizes our deep connection to the places we inhabit and the non-human beings with whom we share them. It highlights the intricate relationships within ecosystems, such as watersheds, and advocates for Indigenous worldviews to lead and shape conservation practices. I will discuss my ongoing collaborative research with the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Tribal Natural Resource Department, showcasing how Indigenous oral traditions are grounded in Indigenous Science. These insights not only enhance our understanding of environmental issues but also address broader social and cultural factors, making them essential for effective and respectful research and collaboration.

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