Faculty Scholarship Research Series: Laura Zamudio-Orozco, "Examining How Race..."
2023-09-27 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Patricia Wade Temple Conference Room, 3240 Fort Rd, Toppenish, WA, 98948, United States

Poetry with Dr. Kayden Vargas
2023-10-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Barnhill Fireside Room, 3240 Fort Rd, Toppenish, WA, 98948, United States

STEM in Action 2023
2023-10-14 08:00 - 15:00
Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics instructors in the Yakima Valley are invited to attend “STEM in Action 2023,” an educators’ summit at Heritage University on Saturday, October 14, 2023. At STEM in Action, high-energy speakers and leaders in STEM education will empower and inspire teachers with innovative teaching methods, explore cutting-edge STEM resources, and engage with fellow educators who also share your passion for nurturing curiosity and critical thinking in students.

National Day on Writing Workshops and Mixer
2023-10-20 11:00 - 14:00 | Petrie Hall 1115/1117, 3240 Fort Road, Toppenish, WA, 98948, United States
October 20
Three flash workshops 11:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Petrie Hall Room 1116
Reading Mixer 1:00 p.m.
Smith Family Hall

Spring Registration Opens
2023-10-23

Flu Vaccine Clinic
2023-10-24 11:30 - 15:00 | Patricia Wade Temple Conference Room, 3240 Fort Rd, Toppenish, WA, 98948, United States

Faculty Scholarship Research Series: Winona Wynn, The Existential Cry for Indianness: The Archaeology of Personhood on the "Rez"
2023-10-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Petrie Hall 1115/1117, 3240 Fort Road, Toppenish, WA, 98948, United States

Sister Kathleen Ross Tree Dedication
2023-10-26 12:00 - 13:00 | West Lawn

Flag Raising Ceremony
2023-11-08 08:00 - 08:30 | Toppenish Campus, 3240 Fort Road, Toppenish, WA, 98948, United States
Heritage University will raise the flags of the Yakama Nation, the state of Washington and the United States during a ceremony featuring the Yakama Warriors. The ceremony will begin at 8:00 a.m. and will be held at the main campus entrance.
This event is part of the Native American Heritage Month celebrations at Heritage University during the month of November, 2023.

Tatanka Means
2023-11-08 18:30 - 20:00 | Smith Family Hall, 3240 Fort Rd, Toppenish, WA, 98948, United States
Heritage is hosting a performance by Indigenous actor and comedian Tatanka Means called Reclaiming the Stage – Indigenous Style, an Evening with Tatanka Means at 6:30 p.m., also in Smith Family Hall. As an actor, Means is currently appearing in the Martin Scorsese film “Killers of the Flower Moon.” He’s also appeared in the films “A Million Ways to Die in the West” and “More Than Frybread.” His TV roles also include appearances on “Reservation Dogs,” “The Liberator” and “The Son.” Means is also a much sought-after Native American comedian. Means’ performance at Heritage is free and open to the public.
This event is part of the Native American Heritage Month celebrations at Heritage University during the month of November, 2023.

Heritage University Scholarship Night
2023-11-09 17:30 - 19:00 | Smith Family Hall, 3240 Fort Rd, Toppenish, WA, 98948, United States

Veterans Day (Campus Closed)
2023-11-10

The Painted Teepee
2023-11-14 12:00 - 13:00 | The Lodge (Heritage University Tepee)
The public is invited to hear artist Laurie White Horse speak about the recent painting of the Heritage Teepee. She’ll share information about the symbolism behind the animals, nature and landscapes now seen on the Teepee, and its significance to Indigenous people.
This event is part of the Native American Heritage Month celebrations at Heritage University during the month of November, 2023.

Rock Your Mocs
2023-11-15
Rock Your Mocs is an expression of tribal identity where we invite people to wear moccasins on November 15 as a way to celebrate Indigenous traditions and culture around the world.
This event is part of the Native American Heritage Month celebrations at Heritage University during the month of November, 2023.

Movie Talk - AMÁ
2023-11-16 12:00 - 14:00 | Harry Kent Center
This documentary covers the untold story of the involuntary sterilization of Native American women by Indian Health Services well into the 1970s. This will be shown in the Harry Kent Classroom.
This event is part of the Native American Heritage Month celebrations at Heritage University during the month of November, 2023.

Holiday Bazaar
2023-11-17 09:00 - 15:00 | Patricia Wade Temple Conference Room, 3240 Fort Rd, Toppenish, WA, 98948, United States
The Holiday Bazaar will be held in the Patricia Wade Temple Room and is presented by the American Indigenous Business Leaders Chapter at Heritage University.
This event is part of the Native American Heritage Month celebrations at Heritage University during the month of November, 2023.

Fireside Chat with Kip Ramsey
2023-11-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Barnhill Fireside Room, 3240 Fort Rd, Toppenish, WA, 98948, United States
Kip Ramsey shares his perspective of a 2019 United States Supreme Court Case involving his company, Cougar Den vs. the Washington State Department of Licensing. The event will take place in the Barnhill Fireside Room.
This event is part of the Native American Heritage Month celebrations at Heritage University during the month of November, 2023.

Thanksgiving Holiday (Campus Closed)
2023-11-23 00:00 - 2023-11-24 23:59

MLS Blood Drive
2023-11-28 10:00 - 15:00 | Patricia Wade Temple Conference Room, 3240 Fort Rd, Toppenish, WA, 98948, United States
The Medical Laboratory Science Department is hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive taking place on Tuesday, November 28 in the Patricia Wade Temple Room from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please see flyer for information on how to schedule an appointment.

War Cry - Live Podcast: Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women
2023-11-29 11:00 - 14:00 | Patricia Wade Temple Conference Room, 3240 Fort Rd, Toppenish, WA, 98948, United States
The public is invited to watch, listen, and participate in a live podcast hosted by Emily Washines, Robyn Pebeahsy and Patricia Whitefoot, with special guest Cissy (Strong) Reyes. This event will take place in the Patricia Wade Temple Room.

This event is part of the Native American Heritage Month celebrations at Heritage University during the month of November, 2023.

Dr. Virginia Beavert (Tuxámshish) Day at Heritage University
2023-11-30 | Heritage University
Honoring the esteemed Yakama elder Tuxámshish on her 103rd birthday.
This event is part of the Native American Heritage Month celebrations at Heritage University during the month of November, 2023.

Classes End (Undergraduate)
2023-12-01

Classes Begin (Undergraduate)
2023-12-04 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-01-16 | Heritage University

Winter Vacation (Campus Closed)
2023-12-21 08:00 - 2024-01-01 17:00

Offices Reopen
2024-01-02 | Heritage University

Classes Begin (Graduate)
2024-01-09 | Heritage University

New Student Orientation
2024-01-09 12:00 - 16:00 | Smith Family Hall, 3240 Fort Rd, Toppenish, WA, 98948, United States

M.L. King Jr. Holiday (Offices closed)
2024-01-15

Yesenia Hunter presents "Participatory Engagement in Examining Self, Place, and Past"
2024-01-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Patricia Wade Temple Conference Room, 3240 Fort Rd, Toppenish, WA, 98948, United States
