Shawnee Tribe

09/01/2026

Laureate Institute for Brain Research is seeking veterans with PTSD and/or a traumatic brain injury for a mental health study! See below for more information!

08/31/2026

Shawnee Tribal offices will be CLOSED next Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.

Regular office hours will resume Tuesday, September 8. We hope everyone has a safe and happy Labor Day weekend!

08/28/2026

Attention students‼️

Any Shawnee citizen currently enrolled in a post-secondary education program at the undergraduate, graduate or doctorate level may apply during the three 2026-2027 school year terms.🎓✏️

Be sure to mark your calendars so you do not miss out on our Higher Education Awards! Check out the requirements and deadlines below before applying.

https://shawnee-nsn.gov/education/

08/26/2026

Is your home handicap accessible? 🏡♿

Safe at Home Ramp Program & Handicap Accessibility Modifications supports Shawnee citizens who need wheelchair ramps or other home improvements to enhance accessibility such as, but not limited to widening doorways and installing handrails. The ramps are built following ADA guidelines and are safe, strong, portable, and durable.

Interested or want to learn more?
Click Here:👉 https://shawnee-nsn.gov/housing/
Email us:📧 [email protected]

08/25/2026

Tomorrow! Join us for the final Lunch & Learn session in our Safe & Healthy Relationships series!

📅 Tomorrow, August 26
⏰ Noon-1 PM
💻 Join us on Zoom

Don’t miss the final session of this four-part series!

Learn more & join the meeting below:
https://shawnee-nsn.gov/news/lunch-learn-wednesday-2026/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

08/24/2026

The countdown is ON! 🎉 We’re just a few weeks away from the 2026 General Council Weekend!

We’re kicking off General Council Weekend Friday, September 18, in Miami with a Community Dinner & Stomp Dance, then heading to Vinita on Saturday, September 19, for the 2026 Annual General Council Meeting! More details below.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 | 7 PM
Community Dinner & Stomp Dance
📍 Emma “Mock” Donaldson saawanwaatoweewika (Shawnee Language House) 65225 E 100 Rd., Miami, OK

Please note that the location for the Community Dinner & Stomp Dance has changed from what was listed in previous publications.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 | DOORS OPEN AT 8 AM | MEETING BEGINS AT 11:30AM
2026 Annual General Council Meeting
📍 Craig County Fairgrounds & Community Center in Vinita, OK.

We’ll see you there! https://shawnee-nsn.gov/calendar/2026-general-council/

08/21/2026

The USDA Forest Service, National Partnership Office (NPO), and Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps (ALCC) are offering an internship opportunity for up to two young Native adults in their Fire/Fuels program on our Homelands - the Shawnee National Forest in southern Illinois.

Shawnee National Forest – AmeriCorps – Individual Placement Opportunity

Position Title: Fuels Technician – AmeriCorps – Individual Placement
Conservation Legacy Program: Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps (ALCC)
Site Location: USDA Forest Service | Shawnee National Forest | Murphysboro, IL 62966

Service Term:
• Start Date: No later than September 14, 2026
• End Date: No later than August 29, 2027
• AmeriCorps Classification: 1,700 hours (46–48 weeks)

Please note: Government housing will not be provided. However, ALCC and Forest Service staff will assist selected candidates in securing suitable housing arrangements near the reporting site.

Qualifications:
• United States Citizen, U.S. National, or lawful permanent resident
• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Agree to provide information establishing eligibility and complete a National Service Criminal History Check
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and personal vehicle for commuting
• Ability to complete the Work Capacity Test (WCT) for wildland firefighters at the moderate level or higher

Benefits:
• Segal AmeriCorps Education Award: $7,395
• Living Allowance: $650 per week
• Additional Benefit: $200 per week
• Public Land Corps (PLC) Hiring Authority Certificate

Where to Apply:
https://conservationlegacy.org/search-all-positions

ALCC Individual Placement Program Coordinator
• Cody Fetter, [email protected]

For additional information or assistance with the application process please email:
[email protected]

*Please note: This position is not associated with the Shawnee Tribe. It is an opportunity to work on our Homelands.*

08/20/2026

The 2025-2026 School Clothing and Extracurricular Activities Reimbursement Program (SCECARP) deadline is quickly approaching!

Before submitting, please ensure your application is complete, including all required documentation and eligible receipts. Due to the current volume of submissions, applications received between now and September 1 may not be reviewed before the deadline.

Program eligibility, application requirements, and required documentation can be found at https://Shawnee-nsn.gov/scecarp/

Questions? Contact Shawnee Tribe Social Services at 918-542-2441 ext. 129 or [email protected]

Thank you for your patience as we work through applications, reimbursement requests, calls, and emails as quickly as possible!

08/20/2026

WEEMEYAKWE (“where we come from”): Ancient Ritual Places in Central Kentucky

Long before the landscapes of central Kentucky looked as they do today, ancestors of the sawanwah (Shawnee) were shaping the land in ways that reflected their spirituality, community, and connection to place.

Around 500 BCE, Native people began constructing large earthwork enclosures near North Elkhorn Creek. For more than 2,000 years, these places served as important spaces for ceremony, seasonal observances, and strengthening connections between generations.

Today, traces of these ancient landscapes remain while offering a tangible connection to the people who came before us and the enduring relationship between the Shawnee people and our ancestral homelands.

Read the full article here 👉 https://shawnee-nsn.gov/news/weemeyakwe-ancient-ritual-places-in-central-kentucky/ See less

By David Pollack, A. Gwynn Henderson, and Edward R. Henry A people’s relationship to their homeland is dynamic. How they alter the landscape reflects their sense of place, their social relationships, and their connections to their ancestors.  This is as true now as it was in the past. The North E...

08/18/2026

Over the summer, Shawnee citizens and cultural instructors came together for a traditional bow-making workshop focused on sharing knowledge, skills, and teachings passed down through generations.

Working with Osage orange, locally known as bodark or hedge apple, participants learned that bow making is about more than crafting a tool—it is an opportunity to connect with our ancestors, respect the natural world, and strengthen our relationship with Shawnee cultural traditions. Through hands-on learning and time spent together, these teachings continue to be carried forward by a new generation.

The workshop served as a reminder that cultural preservation depends on both those willing to teach and those eager to learn. Through experiences like traditional bow making, ancestral knowledge continues to live on, ensuring future generations remain connected to their heritage, their communities, and the teachings of those who came before them.