Tribal Observer Issue: November 1, 2004

Tribal College to undergo evaluation for accreditation

The Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College will undergo a comprehensive evaluation visit from Feb. 7-8 by a team representing the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The college was granted initial candidacy status by the Commission in February of 2003. The Tribal college grants degrees at the associate degree level.

Nokomis Notes: Grandmotherly Wisdom for all Ages "Little Things"

I just couldn’t live without her. She was so laid back, cuddly and sweet—the most perfect animal. She didn’t act any different than a mongrel pup, but when I spotted her among the many dogs, I knew I had to have that labrador pedigree puppy.

Students not "stumped" over democratic process

What do presidential hopeful John Kerry, pizza, colored ice cream cones and basketball all have in common?

District 1 election set for Nov. 5

District 1 voters will have seven candidates to choose from during a Nov. 5 special election. Voting will take place at the Saginaw Chippewa Public Safety Building from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Tribal Council removes two District 1 representatives

District 1 Representatives Delores Jackson and Milton “Beaver” Pelcher were voted off of Tribal Council on Oct. 25.