"The Palúus: Honoring A People and Their Land"
[Nu'nim Wa'tish'wa] "This is Our Land"

This conference will inform participants about the traditional cultures of the Plateau and pay tribute to the individuals who have preserved these traditions. This year, the conference will have a special focus on the Palúus. The conference will provide opportunities to explore how the tribes are working to preserve their cultural traditions and the natural resources of their lands. Tribal elders, leaders, students along with researchers, educators, and other professionals and interested community members will participate in listening and sharing sessions that address historical and contemporary issues that have and continue to effect the status of Tribes. The conference will also address the work that is being done to preserve the language, culture, history, and cultural and natural resources of the Plateau peoples.

Program Changes

Conference organizers reserve the right to make changes to the conference program or conference presenters. In the unlikely event this conference is cancelled, WSU Plateau Center’s liability is limited to the refund of registration fees.

Parking on Campus

Discussions are pending regarding parking on campus for the conference. Please refer to our Web site for updates. For specific questions, please contact Debbie Brudie at 509-335-5790 or email brudie@wsu.edu.

Exhibitors

Individuals and organizations that would like to have a table in the exhibit area are welcome. If you are interested in one of the limited booth spaces, please contact Debbie Brudie at 509-335-5790 or email brudie@wsu.edu to obtain details and make reservations. There will be no charge for table space for tribal members and tribal organizations. Commercial vendors (books and educational materials only) should contact Ms. Brudie for more information.

If exhibitors choose to attend conference sessions and meals, they must register as participants.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Support this conference—become a sponsor. Contact Debbie Brudie at 509-335-5790 or email brudie@wsu.edu for more information regarding sponsorship dollars, how sponsorship dollars will be used, and how marketing the conference can provide for sponsors.