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SUMMARY:UCSC Powwow: Sophia Robles-Garcia Memorial Powwow 2026
DESCRIPTION:Traditionally\, the AIRC hosts an annual event called Indigefest during the spring quarter. Our annual event celebrates the culture\, songs\, dances\, and arts of Indigenous people in a “pan-tribal” atmosphere of fellowship\, trust\, respect\, and empowerment. . Through this event\, we also celebrate the life of Sophia Garcia Robles\, a Native woman who served UCSC for 27 years in the Financial Aid office. She was actively involved with American Indian communities\, and we wish to demonstrate our deepest appreciation for her support. This year\, the AIRC will reach a larger audience in the greater Santa Cruz and Monterey communities by hosting a pow wow at the Kaiser Permanente Arena in downtown Santa Cruz. Vendors from throughout the State of California will be present with cultural items for sale\, dancers will contest dance for prize money\, and the recipients of the E. A\, Forssgren Scholarship will be recognized for their achievement. The UCSC Pow Wow 2026 will be a unique opportunity for UCSC students and affiliates to engage directly with and celebrate Native American cultures. \nThe event will be open to the public\, supporting the AIRC’s mission of serving as a vital link between UCSC students/staff/faculty/affiliates and the local American Indian community. This project will generate positive visibility for the University as it demonstrates a commitment to the values of the institution – for example\, those outlined in our Principles of Community.\nThis project will directly serve the Native American/First Nations/indigenous communities within the city of Santa Cruz and throughout the greater Monterey Bay Area. Specifically\, it will serve Native students\, yet it is inclusive of all identities as pow wows are considered gatherings where individuals of many different backgrounds are welcome. \n  \nSunday\, May 17 \n11 a.m. – 6 p.m. (doors open at 10:30 a.m.) \nKaiser Permanente Arena \nUCSC Shuttle will run a direct route from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.  \nFree and open to the public.  \nThis is a drug and alcohol free event.  \nContact airc@ucsc.edu with questions or accommodation requests.  \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nYou Belong Here: The programs and services described here are open to all\, consistent with state and federal law\, as well as the University of California’s nondiscrimination policies. Every initiative—whether a student service\, faculty program\, or community event—is designed to be accessible\, inclusive\, and respectful of all identities. \nTo learn more\, please visit UC Nondiscrimination Statement or Nondiscrimination Policy for UC Publications.
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/ucsc-powwow-sophia-robles-garcia-memorial-powwow-2026/
LOCATION:Kaiser Permanente Arena\, 140 Front St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
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