Cama-i Room features special activities Sept. 20-24

These events are free and open to the public. The Cama-i Room is a social gathering place and study center for all UAA students. Cama-i Room programs and activities celebrate Alaska Native, Native American and Alaska cultures.

Grow a Plant Pet!
Monday, Sept. 20. 5 p.m.
Cama-i Room
The first 10 visitors can pick a dog, pig, frog or a crocodile to nurture. Watch its hair grow and style it as you wish!

Beaded Necklaces
Monday, Sept. 20, 6-9 p.m.
Cama-i Room
Create your own necklace and make an extra one to donate to the Cama-i Room.

Rush Hour Breakfast with Betty Bang
Tuesday, Sept. 21, 8-11 a.m.
Outside of the MAC Laundry Room
Stop by to grab fresh fruit and a hot drink or other snack while learning about services provided by the Student Health & Counseling Center. Nurse Practitioner Betty Bang will be there to provide information and answer questions!

Athabascan Language Circle
Every Tuesday starting Sept. 21, 8-9 p.m.
Cama-i Room
Join professor Roy Mitchel and other speakers and learners of the various Athabascan language dialects. All levels are welcome to attend! For more information, contact Karla Booth at (907) 751-7452.

Cama-i Room 5th Birthday Celebration
Wednesday, Sept. 22, 5-7 p.m.
Cama-i Room

White Elephant Gift Exchange
Wednesday, Sept. 22. 6:30 p.m.
Cama-i Room
Pick a number then pick a gift, but watch out, someone might steal it from you! All gifts will be provided in honor of the Cama-i Room 5th Birthday!

Yupik Dancing with Ingrimuiut
Every Wednesday
7-9 p.m.
Cama-i Room
All are invited to participate in the weekly dance group practice for Ingrimuiut: People of the Mountains. They are a Yupik dance group that is lead by Ossie Kairaiuak. Sponsored by Residence Life, ANROP and Conference Services.

Walk to the Alaska Native Cultures and Issues Panel Discussion with Karla
Thursday, Sept. 23, 4:15 p.m.
Meet at the Cama-i Room
Walk to the Bookstore where you can listen to Dr. Phyllis Fast, Dr. Jeane Breinig, Paul Ongtooguk and Libby Roderick discuss the book "Alaska Native Cultures & Issues." Learn their perspectives on Alaska Native history and contemporary topics.  Feel free to ask them your own questions as well. For more information contact Karla Booth at (907) 751-7452.

Sharing Traditions
Every Thursday, 6-8 p.m.
Cama-i Room
A new art project, artist or elder will be offered each Thursday by the Sharing Traditions Host, Jayme Johnson. All are welcome to take part in the activities and meet the special guests. For more information, contact Karla Booth at (907) 751-7452.

Native Student Council
Friday, Sept. 24, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Cama-i Room
Become involved with the Alaska Native community at UAA and in Anchorage through this student club. For further information, contact Karla Booth at (907) 751-7452.

These events are presented by the Department of Residence Life and the Alaska Native & Rural Outreach Program (ANROP). For more information about this or other ANROP/Cama-i Room events, please contact the ANROP Coordinator, Karla Booth, at (907) 751-7452 or e-mail ankhb@uaa.alaska.edu. You can also visit the Residence Life website.