University of Arkansas Fayetteville - Razorback Yearbook (Fayetteville, AR)

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• “A POWWOW PROVIDES AN OPPORTUNITY FOR CULTURAL SHARING WITH NON-NATIVE AMERICAN PEOPLE. -ZSUZSANNA CSELENYI NATIVE The 6th annual Razorback Powwow, sponsored by the Native American Students ' Association, was held Nov. 1 at Barnhill Arena. More than 50 native American tribes were represented, includ¬ ing Quapaw, Seminole, Creek, Cherokee and Ponca. A powwow was a Native American tradition. It was both a social and a spiritual event. Modern powwows help to preserve the Native American heritage, as well as providing a chance for other cultural groups who may be unfamiliar with such traditions to share in the Native American culture. During the Grand Entry, all participants of the competition dancing took the center of the floor. This is probably the most beautiful part of the powwow because you get to see all the dancers and dignitaries in their fancy regalia, NASA pres¬ ident Kelli McCain said. The competition dancing was divided between men, women, and juniors. Each group had their own dances, which included the Buffalo Dance, the Honor Dance, and the Fancy Dance. During the intertribal dances the audience mem¬ bers were invited to join in the dancing. We were really pleased with the turnout, McCain said. Everyone remarked on how well everything flowed. It was a great experience. There were also more than 50 vendors of Native American handiwork at the powwow and both crafts materials and finished products were available for purchase. -Rose Hillbrand 28 NATIVE AMERICAN POW WOW

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—•— “IT’S GREAT THAT FAYETTEVILLE MERCHANTS ARE SHOWING AN INTEREST IN CATERING TO THE STUDENTS’ NEEDS.” -MATTHEW ANDERSON FAIR There ' s nothing like pizza at 10 in the morning. When one sees hundreds of sleepy-eyed University students shuffling around campus with pizza in hand, it ' s a safe bet that the Merchants ' Fair is in progress. This two-day event occurred during the first week of school and gave local merchants the opportunity to present their services to the public. This year, fifty-five businesses erected booths on the Arkansas Union Mall. Many businesses that appealed to the college crowd participated, including Hastings, Packrat Outdoor Center and Ozark Factory Outlet Stores. Besides food, there were coupons, product sam¬ ples and printed information available. Merchants also requested feedback from stu¬ dents evaluating their services and suggesting improvements. Other Fayetteville businesses uti¬ lized by the students, such as College Park Apartments and other off-campus living areas, were also represented. The Merchants ' Fair helped me out a lot because I was able to gather information about available apartment complexes near campus, sophomore Erik Elisary said. After food, conversation and an introduction to the businesses around Fayetteville, students pro¬ ceeded to classes, unknowingly advertising the events on the mall as they scarfed down a break¬ fast consisting of pizza. -Erin Hansen MERCHANT ' S FAIR ■ 27

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Sonny Glass served as Head Man Dancer in the 6th annual Razorback Powwow in November. Glass danced the traditional dances in full regalia. The Powwow was held in Barnhill Arena and about 1,500 peo¬ ple attended throughout the day. Photo by Susan Rinehart A dancer in full regalia participat¬ ed in the dance competition during the Razorback Powwow. The pow¬ wow involved representatives from more than 50 Native American tribes. Vendors also sold Native American crafts at the powwow. Photo by Susan Rinehart Candi Buck, Shelly Brooks, Kelli McCain and the other members of the Native American Students ' Association attended the Native American Powwow in Barnhill Arena. Kelli McCain was this year ' s Powwow Princess. Photo by Susan Rhinehart NATIVE AMERICAN POW WOW • 29