First Intertribal Powwow at Williams, October 1998

The brainchild of Liz Hoover '01, who is majoring in Anthropology and Psychology, the powwow drew participants and spectators from communities throughout New England. An article in the Williams Record said of the event: "Tomahawk throwing proved popular among many Williams students, while others enjoyed participating in the intertribal dances--in which dancers do not have to be affiliated with a specific tribe in order to participate. . . . 'We are definitely having another Powwow in the future,' [Liz] Hoover said. 'I have a feeling it will be much easier next year, if B&G doesn't banish me for all of the ruts on Poker Flats.'" [Full Record story]

The recent powwow reflects growing interest in Native American issues at Williams. Aside from ANSO's longstanding course on North American Indians, ANTH 207, new courses on Indians are being offered in the History and English departments in 1999-2000.

Costumed participants and audience prepare for entry of dancers into dance circle.

Dancers.

Vendor's stall at Powwow.