Native American Heritage Month celebrations

The Diversity Lectures and Cultural Arts Series will present two events in celebration of Native American Heritage Month. The first event is a musical performance by Omaha Native and folk art singer, Michael Murphy on Wednesday, November 19, 2008 Noon-1pm at the Durham Research Center Auditorium. Michael Murphy has recorder five independent CDs; the most recent two- Trail of Tears and Peace. Along with his acclaimed guitar and Native flute work on these albums, he is a very experienced singer and songwriter whose music often discusses socially conscious themes such as civil rights, peace and family values.

The second event will be a panel discussion featuring Native advocates and health care providers titled Dispelling the Myths and Stereotypes: Native Culture and Health-Seeking Behaviors. This discussion, moderated by Dr. Donna Polk-Primm, Executive Director of the Nebraska Urban Indian Health Coalition will be held on Friday, November 21, 2008 at the Eppley Science Hall Amphitheatre from Noon-1pm.

Free sack lunches for the first 40 attendees will be provided at both events as well as door prizes. For additional information please feel free to contact 9-7394 or Lcunning@unmc.edu.