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Frequently Asked Questions - Mascots

Question: Where does Utah stand on Mascots & Indigenous People? 

Utah Persective:

Utah Division of Indian Affairs Director Discusses Mascots
The Salt Lake Tribune’s weekly “Trib Talk” took a closer look at the issues surrounding American Indian mascots. The panel included Dustin Jansen, the director of the Division of Indian Affairs and BYU professor Roni Jo Draper.

Memorandum of Understanding between the Ute Indian Tribe and the University of Utah Memorandum updated and signed March 3, 2020.
The Ute Indian Tribe encourages the University of Utah to use the Ute name for the University's sports programs with its full support. The University recognizes that the Ute name is at the core of the cultural identity of the Tribe and its members, and that it constitutes an inseparable element of their rich cultural traditions. The University is honored to be allowed to continue to use the Ute name with due respect and integrity.”

National Perspective: 

Native Knowledge 360: FAQ Mascots
The Smithsonian: National Museum of the American Indian with its partners among Native nations and in the education community are producing exciting new classroom resources and teacher training through a national education initiative, Native Knowledge 360°. Here are some answers to some of the questions that educators frequently ask about Native Americans and Mascots.

 

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