Native American Heritage Celebration (NAHC)

In 1990, November was officially designated as Native American Heritage Month (NAHM) by the United States. This proclamation, signed by President George H.W. Bush, came after several decades of advocacy, passion and persistence by figures such as Dr. Arthur C. Parker, the American Indian Association, Reverend Sherman Coolidge and Red Fox James. Nationally, NAHM encompasses Native Americans and Alaskan Natives.

The George Washington University presented its first annual Native American Heritage Celebration (NAHC) in 2004. Promoting the values and traditions of Native American and Alaskan Natives, NAHC programs include lectures, seminars, and educational events planned by the Students for Indigenous and Native American Rights (SINAR). For more information, follow @gwusinar on Instagram.

The MSSC does not host these events, but offers logistical support for student organizations who request it.