November is Native American Heritage Month, a time when our communities are recognized, our stories are shared, and our voices amplified. But for us, honoring our heritage is a way of life, not something limited to just one month. Every day, we carry forward the teachings of our ancestors, the traditions that connect us to the land, and the resilience that has kept our cultures alive.
Our histories, our languages, and our identities are woven into the fabric of this land. We are still here, thriving, creating, and contributing to the world around us. We invite you to join us in learning, listening, and celebrating Indigenous ways of knowing, not only in November but throughout the year. Lift up Indigenous voices, support our communities, and walk with us in respect and solidarity.
Join us as we honor, celebrate, and highlight Native American heritage and those currently working to strengthen the Native American community today.
To download the flyer for Native American Heritage Month, click here.
ASL Interpreters available upon request: To request interpreting services to access this event, please contact the Interpreting Services Office at least one week prior to the event to make arrangements. InterpretingServices@santarosa.edu, or send a text to (707) 230-3895.
All events are free, and open to the public, unless stated otherwise.
Workshops, seminars and conferences are eligible for PGI. If you would like us to assist you with proof of attendance, please reach out to intercultural@santarosa.edu. These events can be reported for professional development credit with Forever Flex code FF:29- Native American History Month Events.
Fall 2024
The Elsie Allen Pomo Basket Collection
Ongoing: Monday - Friday, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
SRJC Multicultural Museum, Bussman Hall 1401
Visit the Multicultural Museum and enjoy the permanent exhibit - Breaking Traditions, Saving Traditions: Elsie Allen and the Legacy of Pomo Basketry. Open during museum hours, Monday – Friday, 10:00 – 3:00. For more information, visit: https://museum.santarosa.edu/elsie-allen-pomo-basket-collection
Eric Hernandez, Lumbee Hoop Dancer
Tuesday, October 29, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Student Activities Center, Bertolini Student Center, Santa Rosa Campus
Eric Hernandez, Lumbee Hoop Dancer, is invited to present & perform. Check out the TedX video on YouTube.
Healing Circle with Brijit Alemán
Wednesday, October 30, 9:00 - 11:00 am
Student Activities Center, Bertolini Student Center, Santa Rosa Campus
Join us to share and listen and be supported in community with Santa Rosa Junior College Native American & Latina psychotherapist Brijit Alemán in the Bertolini Student Activities Center. Light refreshments provided by the Native American Center. Brijida “Brijit” Alemán is an Alumni of SRJC with an AA in Psychology, AS in Administration of Justice, Corrections Certificate, and Children in the Justice System Certificate. She received her B.A. in Psychology from Sonoma State University, and her Master’s in Counseling Psychology from The Wright Institute in Berkeley, and is pursuing dual licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist and Professional Clinical Counselor. Brijit was born and raised in Santa Rosa, CA and is a multicultural, first-generation college graduate. She is Native American from the Hopland Band of Pomo Indians, Mexican American, and the daughter of migrant farm laborers. Brijit has been at SRJC since 2009, working in College Skills, Financial Aid, Disability Resources, and now as a bilingual mental health clinician in our Student Psychological Services serving marginalized populations such as Spanish-speaking, Latinx, Native American, undocumented, and formerly incarcerated students.
Medicine Bag Workshop
Tuesday, November 5 | 3:00 - 4:30 pm
Santa Rosa Intercultural Center, Pioneer 380, Santa Rosa Campus
Explore Native American tradition and spirituality during our Medicine Bag Workshop. Limited space, please RSVP for this event with JD at jduran2@santarosa.edu.
Movie Night - Smoke Signals
Tuesday, November 12 | 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Santa Rosa Intercultural Center, Pioneer 380, Santa Rosa Campus
Come join us for some laughs while we watch this classic film – refreshments included.
All Our Relations Reading Group
Thursday, November 14, 5:00 - 6:30pm
Online, zoom registration
Dr. Churchill and Dr. Tom facilitate the All Our Relations Reading Group to provide opportunities for students, faculty, staff, and the public to read texts and join in conversations about issues in Native American Studies, Indigenous Studies, Environmental Studies, and all areas that allow us to explore our connectedness with all our relations. This semester, we are excited to feature the selected essays from Colors of Nature: Culture, Identity, and the Natural World. "Listening for the Ancient Tones, Watching for Sign, Tasting for the Mountain Thyme" by Gary Paul Nabhan "Learning the Grammar of Animacy" by Robin Wall Kimmerer "Becoming Métis" by Melissa Nelson
Beading workshop
Tuesday, November 19 | 3:00 - 4:30 pm
Santa Rosa Intercultural Center, Pioneer 380, Santa Rosa Campus
Explore traditional Native American crafting and experience the fun of beadwork. Limited space, please RSVP for this event with JD at jduran2@santarosa.edu.
Movie Night - Powwow Highway
Tuesday, November 26 | 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Santa Rosa Intercultural Center, Pioneer 380, Santa Rosa Campus
Come join us while we watch a classic Native American film – refreshments provided