Wyndsor Yazzie - #24
Series
Scope and Contents
Abstract: 7/31/2013, 8/29/2013. In tape 1, Yazzie discusses his childhood and role of his paternal grandmother in his life. He also sheds light upon the day to day interactions between Hopi and Navajo people, and how federal legislation and policy have affected their lives. In tape 2 of interview, he continues on the history and relations between Hopi and Navajo. He concludes by elaborating on cultural practices including ceremony, and sheep butchering practices. In interview 2 tape 1, Yazzie discusses his academic and extracurricular activities as a student at UNM. He also describes the distinctions between clans and kinship and how they operate socially. In interview 2 tape 2, Wynsdor discusses Indigenous foods, KIVA Club Nizhoni Days, fraternities and the Yeii Bi Cheii (Yébîchai) Ceremony.
Dates
- 2012-2015
Language of Materials
From the Collection:
English, with Native American language interspersed in some of the interviews
Access Restrictions
The collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 5 Boxes (44 interviews)
Abstract
Wyndsor Yazzie graduated from UNM with a Bachelor’s Degree in Native American Studies with concentrations in Leadership and Nation Building and Indigenous Knowledge Systems and a minor in History. He served in numerous capacities in KIVA Club leadership through his time at UNM. He also was a founder and President of the UNM Diné Club. He is currently participating in the Diné Ceremonial/Traditional Education and Edification.
General
Keywords/Topics: Navajo/ Hopi Land Dispute; relocation; Grazing District 6; Joint Use Area; Corn and desert agriculture; cattle and sheep raising practices on Navajo; Ceremony and traditional lifeways; Inter-tribal interactions (Hopi/Navajo); Big Mountain AZ; butchering sheep; traditional and ceremonial dance; powwow dance styles; NASIRG, KIVA Club, Beta Sigma Epison; Diné Club; Navajo Clan System, Nizhoni Days; Navajo tacos and fry bread culture; Native people in university fraternities; American Business Leaders AIBA; Yeii Bi Cheii Ceremony; American Indian Business Association
Repository Details
Part of the UNM Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections Repository
Contact:
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451
cswrref@unm.edu
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451
cswrref@unm.edu