UNLV Observes Native American Boarding Schools Day of Remembrance Sept. 29 & 30

Faculty and staff are invited to join UNLV’s first university-wide observance of the National Day of Remembrance, honoring children who died during the Indian boarding school era and recognizing the resilience of survivors and their descendants.

When: Monday, Sept. 29, 2025 | Check-in 12:30 PM | Film 1:00 PM–3:20 PM

Where: UNLV Theater

Tuesday, Sept. 30: Orange Shirt Day observed campus-wide

Event Highlights:

  • Film Screening: Remaining Native – a documentary following 17-year-old Ku Stevens as he navigates his dreams while learning about his great-grandfather’s experiences at the Stewart Indian School.

  • Panel Discussion: Featuring the film director, Ku Stevens and family, Dr. Josh Bonde (Director, Stewart Indian School Cultural Center & Museum), and moderated by UNLV graduate student Analiesa Delgado.

  • Proclamation & Acknowledgements

  • Meet & Greet: Immediately following the film, attendees can enjoy Navajo frybread, refreshments, counseling support from UNLV CAPS and NAMI, and Remaining Native swag. T-shirts will also be provided to wear for Orange Shirt Day.

Campus Partners:

  • Office of the President

  • College of Hospitality: Dean’s Office; Professor Rhonda Montgomery; Tammi Tiger

  • College of Liberal Arts: Dean’s Office; Graduate Student Analiesa Delgado

  • William S. Boyd School of Law: Dean’s Office; Indigenous Nations Gaming Group (INGG)

  • Reid W. Griffith Public History Institute

  • Student Diversity Programs

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