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American Indian College Fund Awards Three-Year American Indian Law School Scholarship to Jade Araujo to Attend Harvard Law School

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Thursday, May 9, 2024
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DENVER, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jade Araujo, an enrolled member of the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) in Massachusetts and a descendant of the Tlingit and Koyukon Athabascan tribes in Alaska, is the third person to have been awarded the American Indian College Fund Law School Scholarship. Araujo is a senior at Stanford University who will graduate in June with a degree in political science and will enter Harvard Law School in the fall. She is the daughter of Todd Araujo (Aquinnah Wampanoag) and Jaeleen Kookesh (Tlingit and Koyukon Athabascan).

Key Points: 
  • The American Indian College Fund Law School Scholarship was funded by a $1 million gift from an anonymous donor.
  • It covers tuition and all costs of attendance for an American Indian or Alaska Native law student enrolled in Harvard Law School's three-year course of study.
  • Araujo is the third scholar to receive this prestigious scholarship from the College Fund.
  • She credits Eleanor Hebert (Aquinnah Wampanoag), her paternal grandmother, for igniting her interest to attend Harvard Law School.

Holland America Line Set to Debut New 'Glacier Day' and Enhanced Alaska-Focused Experiences on Every Alaska Cruise in 2024

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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SEATTLE, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is debuting "Glacier Day" on its Alaska cruises as it rolls out new programming within its "We Love Alaska" on board experience. The new offerings include Alaska Up Close presentations as well as culinary and beverage experiences to help foster a deeper connection to the people, history and culture of the state. The 2024 season kicks off April 27 from Vancouver and May 4 from Seattle. 

Key Points: 
  • Through September 2024, guests can embark on Holland America Line's Alaska cruises and Cruisetours from Vancouver and Seattle aboard Eurodam, Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam, Westerdam and Zaandam.
  • Holland America Line remains the only cruise line that offers overland tours to the Yukon combined with an Alaska cruise and Denali experience.
  • As a leader in Alaska cruising, Holland America Line offers more glacier experiences than any other cruise line.
  • Alaska is synonymous with stunning wilderness, and Holland America Line offers more ways to see wildlife in its natural habitat.

Tlingit & Haida Partners with Cantata Health Solutions for a Modern EHR Platform

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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LAKEWAY, Texas, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Cantata Health Solutions, a leading behavioral health and human services technology solutions provider, announces that Tlingit & Haida's Community & Behavioral Services Division has selected the Arize care management platform. For Tlingit & Haida, a Tribe serving more than 35,000 Alaskan Native people, this significant transition represents a leap forward in optimizing operations and enhancing the delivery of person-centered care to their tribal citizens/participants.

Key Points: 
  • Cantata Health Solutions, a leading behavioral health and human services technology solutions provider, announces that Tlingit & Haida's Community & Behavioral Services Division has selected the Arize care management platform.
  • LAKEWAY, Texas, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Cantata Health Solutions, a leading behavioral health and human services technology solutions provider, announces that Tlingit & Haida's Community & Behavioral Services Division has selected the Arize care management platform.
  • "Behavioral health service providers are challenged by older EHRs that often get in the way of delivering quality care," says Alan Tillinghast, CEO of Cantata Health Solutions.
  • "Behavioral health service providers are challenged by older EHRs that often get in the way of delivering quality care," says Alan Tillinghast, CEO of Cantata Health Solutions.

AmeriCorps CEO Presents President's Volunteer Service Award to Maka Monture Päki, Leader in Global Climate Movement and Native Forward Alum

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Friday, September 8, 2023
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Sept. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A recognized Indigenous leader within the global climate movement who has joined delegations at major meetings of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, including COP25 in Madrid and COP26 in Glasgow, Maka Monture Päki (Tlingit and Mohawk Tribes) on August 21 received the President's Volunteer Service Award from Americorps. AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith and Native Forward Scholars Fund CEO Angelique Albert visited Monture Päki in her home base of Anchorage, Alaska to present the award, which honors individuals whose service positively impacts communities in every corner of the nation and inspires others to act.

Key Points: 
  • An Alaska Native, Monture Päki studied Applied Indigenous Studies at Northern Arizona University.
  • "We are thrilled to see Maka's significant contributions to the global conversation on our climate crisis recognized by leading service organizations like AmeriCorps," said Albert.
  • "The President's Volunteer Service Award highlights the enduring spirit of service that unites Americans and transforms lives," said Smith.
  • Monture Päki joins a long list of highly accomplished and influential Native people whose academic careers were empowered by Native Forward.

As 2025 Bookings Open, Holland America Line Leads Alaska Cruising with Most Glacier, Wildlife and Wilderness Viewing Opportunities

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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SEATTLE, July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The riches of the wilderness take center stage on Holland America Line's Alaska cruises as the region's natural wonders and rugged beauty unfold. With the most visits to Alaska's glaciers and more ways to see wildlife and wilderness on a shore excursion than any other cruise line, Holland America Line is weaving more than 75 years of Alaska expertise into every facet of the experience.

Key Points: 
  • "As we open bookings for our 2025 season, we're offering an unmatched Alaska: Up Close experience and incentives to start planning now."
  • From April through October 2025, guests can embark on Holland America Line's cruises to Alaska aboard Eurodam, Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam, Westerdam and Zaandam.
  • During Glacier Bay scenic cruising, Glacier Bay National Park Rangers visit Holland America Line ships for the day to engage with guests and talk about Alaska's most famous national park.
  • For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com .

Holland America Line Expands 'Alaska Up Close' Onboard Programming with New Culinary and Cultural Experiences

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Thursday, June 8, 2023
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SEATTLE, June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With Holland America Line's "Alaska Up Close," guests on Alaska cruises are deeply immersed in the local culture with informative onboard programming, sea-to-table dining and award-winning shore excursions. The premium cruise line is introducing new facets of the program throughout the 2023 Alaska season that offer an even more engaging guest experience.

Key Points: 
  • The premium cruise line is introducing new facets of the program throughout the 2023 Alaska season that offer an even more engaging guest experience.
  • Holland America Line is the only cruise line serving glacier ice, giving guests the unique experience of safely tasting real glacier ice from the waters of Alaska.
  • Holland America Line's EXC Talks continue to bring each destination to life with captivating storytelling and expert commentary.
  • For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com .

Alaska Telephone Company Awarded $33m USDA ReConnect Grant to Expand Fiber Optic Connectivity in Klukwan, Haines, and Skagway Areas

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Friday, September 23, 2022
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Alaska Telephone Company (ATC), a subsidiary of Alaska Power & Telephone Company (AP&T), has been selected by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to receive a $33,017,636 grant award from USDA Rural Utility Services ReConnect grant program to expand fiber optic connectivity in rural southeast Alaska.

Key Points: 
  • Alaska Telephone Company (ATC), a subsidiary of Alaska Power & Telephone Company (AP&T), has been selected by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to receive a $33,017,636 grant award from USDA Rural Utility Services ReConnect grant program to expand fiber optic connectivity in rural southeast Alaska.
  • The Klukwan-Skagway Fiber project will develop fiber optic networks capable of 100 Mbps symmetrical service and higher for in the Alaska Native community of Klukwan, rural areas near Haines, and underserved areas of Skagway.
  • This joint investment by ATC and USDA will bring new, highly affordable, technology-driven opportunities to families and businesses throughout the region.
  • Alaska Power & Telephone Company (OTC: APTL) is an employee- and investor-owned utility providing diverse utility services in over 40 communities in rural Alaska.

Alaska Power & Telephone Awarded $29.3m USDA ReConnect Grant to Expand Fiber Optic Connectivity in Tongass Region Communities

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Thursday, July 28, 2022
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Alaska Power & Telephone Company (OTC: APTL) (AP&T) is pleased to share that its subsidiary APT Wireless has been selected by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to receive a $29,344,717 grant award from USDA Rural Utility Services ReConnect grant program, to expand fiber optic connectivity in communities on Prince of Wales Island.

Key Points: 
  • Alaska Power & Telephone Company (OTC: APTL) (AP&T) is pleased to share that its subsidiary APT Wireless has been selected by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to receive a $29,344,717 grant award from USDA Rural Utility Services ReConnect grant program, to expand fiber optic connectivity in communities on Prince of Wales Island.
  • The SEALink South project builds upon the success of AP&Ts SEALink project, which is proceeding 2 years ahead of schedule.
  • For years, these communities have struggled to find economic sustainability within the challenging context of the Tongass National Forest.
  • Alaska Power & Telephone Company (OTC: APTL) is an employee- and investor-owned utility providing diverse utility services in over 40 communities in rural Alaska.

coreNOC, Inc. Announces Strategic Consulting Agreement to Bring Broadband Connection to Southeast Alaska Native Communities

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Friday, April 29, 2022
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Earlier this year, Tlingit and Haida gathered responses from two broadband surveys that underscored the critical need for better broadband in rural Southeast Alaska communities.

Key Points: 
  • Earlier this year, Tlingit and Haida gathered responses from two broadband surveys that underscored the critical need for better broadband in rural Southeast Alaska communities.
  • Since 2019, Tlingit and Haida have been working with Southeast Alaska village tribes to secure the mid-band spectrum licenses.
  • "coreNOC, Inc is honored to be selected as a strategic consulting partner to help deploy a state-of-the-art broadband network.
  • We will leverage our industry expertise to bring broadband services to those who currently have limited or no broadband options."

MUSEUM OF ARTS AND DESIGN TO PRESENT FIRST MAJOR GLOBAL SURVEY OF THE PHENOMENON GARMENTING

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Wednesday, January 5, 2022
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"Garmenting furthersMAD's missionto connecthandcraft and design to the global contemporary art world," said ElissaAuther,Deputy Director of Curatorial Affairs and William and MildredLasdonChief Curator.

Key Points: 
  • "Garmenting furthersMAD's missionto connecthandcraft and design to the global contemporary art world," said ElissaAuther,Deputy Director of Curatorial Affairs and William and MildredLasdonChief Curator.
  • One of the major issues with which garmenting engages is the traditional divide between the fine and applied arts.
  • Garmenting offers a critique of this division by questioning what makes a garment "functional" (i.e., wearable in everyday life) versus "art" (i.e., for exhibition or performance).
  • Clothing is intimately intertwined with the construction of gender.Influencedby feminist and queer theory, many artists use garmenting to look critically at the constructionand disruptionof gender identities.