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The Native American Literature Symposium (NALS) is a Native American literature conference.[1] It was founded in 2001.[2] It is held at a tribal venue every spring.[3] The NALS was first established by a group of independent scholars committed to creating a place where Native voices can be heard.[2] The current director is Gwen N. Westerman of Minnesota State University, Mankato.[2]
Past speakers and special appearances
Since 2001, the NALS has brought in some voices and groups in Native America, specializing in areas such as: art, prose, poetry, film, religion, history, politics, music, philosophy, and science.[2] Past guest speakers include:[4]
- Heid Erdrich
- Linda Grover
- LeAnne Howe
- Simon Ortiz
- Santa Fe Indian School Spoken Word Program
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