Each year, Native American Heritage Month (NAHM) is celebrated from November 1st to November 30th to honor the rich histories, cultures, achievements, and contributions of Native American and Indigenous communities.
The Office of Intercultural Relations (OIR) is excited to invite you to join us in commemorating NAHM. We encourage you to participate in our wonderful programs throughout the month!
Calendar of Events – November 2024
November 4th
NAHM Kickoff
Mane Hub, Webb University Center I 12:00 p.m. — 1:00 p.m.
Join us for a celebration to kick off Native American Heritage Month with cultural enrichment, education, and giveaways.
November 12th
NAHM Café
12:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m. I Broderick Dining Commons
Join us to learn, win prizes & indulge in traditional Native dishes!
*Meal plan participants can simply swipe to dine in, while others may purchase a meal to join the experience.
Roc Your Mocs!
12:30 p.m. — 1:30 p.m. I North Mall, Webb University Center
Celebrate Indigenous culture with Roc Your Mocs!
Wear moccasins if you have them, or join us to learn about traditions. Everyone is welcome to share cultural pride and show solidarity!
November 13th
Linguistics Film Series: “First Language: The Race to Save Cherokee”
8:00 p.m. — 9:00 p.m. I Yetiv Auditorium, Batten Arts & Letters Building
A screening of the documentary: "First Language: The Race to Save Cherokee"
Sponsor: ODU Applied Linguistics
November 14th
Dream Catcher Workshop
6:00 p.m. — 8:00 p.m. I North Cafe, Webb University Center
Discover the art of dream catchers, learn the stories behind its origins, and make your own.
Materials and instruction provided!
November 19th
Red Shawl Day
12:30 p.m. — 1:30 p.m. I South Mall, Webb University Center
Join us for Red Shawl Day to honor and raise awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW). Wear red, stand in solidarity, and help spread awareness of this ongoing crisis affecting Indigenous communities.