2022 UNITE powwow

  • Omaha White Tail performs at the start of the UNITE powwow. The event featured numerous drum groups. Omaha White Tail represented the Southern Drum.
    Omaha White Tail performs at the start of the UNITE powwow. The event featured numerous drum groups. Omaha White Tail represented the Southern Drum. Troy Fedderson | University Communication
  • Douglas Scholfield (left) and Max Sevier dance in the men's fancy competition during the April 23 UNITE powwow. The event, which was held on the green space west of the Cather Dining Center, drew hundreds to campus.
    Douglas Scholfield (left) and Max Sevier dance in the men's fancy competition during the April 23 UNITE powwow. The event, which was held on the green space west of the Cather Dining Center, drew hundreds to campus. Troy Fedderson | University Communication
  • The UNITE powwow featured around 60 dancers and was attended by hundreds.
    The UNITE powwow featured around 60 dancers and was attended by hundreds. Troy Fedderson | University Communication
  • UNITE members accept event registration from Kaira Wolfe, who served as the head woman dancer during the powwow.
    UNITE members accept event registration from Kaira Wolfe, who served as the head woman dancer during the powwow. Troy Fedderson | University Communication
  • Scott Aldrich, head man dancer (left) leads the colors into the circle at the start of the UNITE powwow on April 23.
    Scott Aldrich, head man dancer (left) leads the colors into the circle at the start of the UNITE powwow on April 23. Troy Fedderson | University Communication
  • Fringe on the regalia of Stevie Horse, a member of the Ponca and Lakota tribe, flutters in the wind as she dances during an intertribal moment at the April 23 powwow.
    Fringe on the regalia of Stevie Horse, a member of the Ponca and Lakota tribe, flutters in the wind as she dances during an intertribal moment at the April 23 powwow. Troy Fedderson | University Communication
  • Bridget Morris performs a traditional dance during the April 23 powwow.
    Bridget Morris performs a traditional dance during the April 23 powwow. Troy Fedderson | University Communication
  • Close up of beadwork in regalia from the UNITE powwow.
    Detail of the beadwork in the regalia of Bridget Morris. Troy Fedderson | University Communication
  • Nasia Olson-Whitefeather talks after being honored as a graduate during the April 23 powwow.
    Nasia Olson-Whitefeather talks after being honored as a graduate during the April 23 powwow. Dillon Galloway | University Communication
  • Members of UNITE (at right) dance in the circle during an intertribal portion of the powwow.
    Members of UNITE (at right) dance in the circle during an intertribal portion of the powwow. Troy Fedderson | University Communication
  • Isaiah Kluver discusses his journey after receiving a blanket as an honored graduate.
    Isaiah Kluver discusses his journey after receiving a blanket as an honored graduate. Dillon Galloway | University Communication
  • Maurice Phillips of Lincoln, a member of the Omaha tribe, dances during the UNITE event. Phillips also served as a singer with the Omaha White Tail drum group.
    Maurice Phillips of Lincoln, a member of the Omaha tribe, dances during the UNITE event. Phillips also served as a singer with the Omaha White Tail drum group. Troy Fedderson | University Communication
  • Kennard Parker proudly dances in regalia and a Husker hat.
    Kennard Parker proudly dances in regalia and a Husker hat. Troy Fedderson | University Communication
  • Alicia Scholfield braids her hair before the start of the UNITE powwow. Scholfield's family traveled from Kansas to attend.
    Alicia Scholfield braids her hair before the start of the UNITE powwow. Scholfield's family traveled from Kansas to attend. Troy Fedderson | University Communication