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IUPUI and the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians officially signed an agreement Thursday for the university to develop educational and cultural preservation programs for the Indian group.
Nov 19, 2010 — photo credit: John Gentry and Brian Drumm
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The partnership agreement opens the doors to help preserve the culture and history of the Potawatomi Indians.
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The signing was reminiscent of treaty signings.
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Indian leaders unveiled a special Pokagon blanket during the ceremonies.
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The blanket was draped around the shoulders of Chancellor Charles Bantz.
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The alliance ceremony was marked by music from drummers of all ages.
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Johnny Flynn, the director of IUPUI's American Indian Programs Office, was one of those who spoke at the event.
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Members of the Pokagon band were on hand to join the celebration ...
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... and so were other IUPUI students, faculty and staff.
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At a celebratory dinner, Rebecca Martin offered her insights.
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The dinner offered another opportunity to enjoy the drummers' expertise.
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Those supporting the new partnership came adorned in all types of attire.
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The day-long event ended with a storytelling event marked by more music.
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Flynn shows his enthusiasm over the potential impact of the new partnership.
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Traditional storytelling methods capped the unique event.
