Ledger art takes on issues of the day

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Applying to law school takes many steps. We look at one program helping Native students navigate the process. The 'Natives on a Budget' podcast helps people manage their finances. Plus, ledger art takes on the issues of the day.

Data from the Law School Admissions Council shows that American Indians and Alaska Natives made up less than one percent of students admitted to law schools in 2020. Well, there are new efforts underway in hopes of making that number a little bigger. Kate Rosier is the executive director of the Indian Legal Program and the assistant dean of Community Engagement at Arizona State University.

The origins of ledger art goes back to the 1800s, when Native prisoners created these drawings to document battles and other significant events – on paper, rather than on animal hides from their traditions. Amos Bad Heart Bull was one of the ledger artists that inspired Dwayne Wilcox. His work is documented in a new book.

Native people have historically been good managers of resources, from planning for the winter and saving seeds — to trading. A podcast called “Natives on a Budget,” hosted by Monica Braine and Shawn Spruce looks at modern ways to hone in on those skills.


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