Chautauqua is proud to honor and observe Native American Day, recognizing Indigenous peoples’ profound history and cultural contributions. As we acknowledge today’s significance, we proudly share the words of Adriana Nieto, professor of Chicana/o/a/x Studies at MSU Denver. Her 2024 Interfaith Lecture delved into the influence of Chicano history as it applied to her teaching, touching on her views about water and water sources and the fact that Indigenous themes have influenced these views. Watch

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