Cama-i Room offers these special programs the week of Sept. 13-17, 2010

Monday, Sept. 13-Friday, Sept. 17
Lee Gorsuch Commons, Cama-i Room

The Cama-i Room is a social gathering place and study center for all UAA students. Cama-i Room programs and activities celebrate Alaska Native, Native American and Alaskan cultures. Cama-i (pronounced Cha-my) is a Yupik and Alutiiq word for "welcome" and "hello," and encompasses the spirit in which this room was created. These events are free and open to the UAA community. Alaska Native & Rural Outreach Program (ANROP), in conjunction with the Department of Residence Life, is proud to present these programs.

Monday, Sept. 13
Wii Postcards Home
5-9 p.m.

All are invited to stop by to play Wii Sports. While you wait for your turn, you can write a postcard to someone special. Postcards and stamps will be provided.

Tuesday, Sept. 14
Mini Magnets
5-9 p.m.

Create unique marble magnets to add a personal touch to your room. All supplies will be provided.

Wednesday, Sept. 15
Yupik Dancing
7-9 p.m. Commons Room 107

All are invited to participate in the weekly dance group practice for Ingrimuiut: People of the Mountains. They are a Yupik dance group that is lead by Ossie Kairaiuak. Sponsored by Residence Life, ANROP and Conference Services.

Thursday, Sept. 16
Sharing Traditions: Berry & Tea Picking
6-7:30 p.m. Meet in the Cama-i Room

Walk to University Lake to explore the woods for high bush cranberries and Labrador tea (a.k.a. Tundra tea & Hudson Bay tea). Keep what you pick or donate them to the Cama-i Room birthday celebration on Wednesday, Sept. 22 (more details coming soon).

Friday, Sept. 17
Native Student Council Meeting
5-6 p.m.

Become involved with the Alaska Native community at UAA and in Anchorage through this student club. All are invited to run for various office positions, help create on-campus activities, fundraise for travel to off-campus events and more. For further information, contact Richard Bender at rbender19@yahoo.com or Karla Booth at (907) 751-7452.

"10,000" Prizes
6-9 p.m.

Learn how to play the dice game "10,000" (a.k.a. Farkle and Hot Dice). Everyone that plays will be entered to win Subway gift cards and other prizes. Drawings will be held at 9 p.m. 

For more information about these or other ANROP/Cama-i Room events, please contact the ANROP Coordinator, Karla Booth, at (907) 751-7452 or e-mail ankhb@uaa.alaska.edu. You can also visit the Residence Life website at http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/residencelife.