Marvin Clifford, Sr.
"O'IUTA WA'STE"
(Look and See Good)
A member of the Oglala ( Scattered about) band of Lakota(Friends--Allies) nation known as "Sioux."
Red Cloud (relative to O'iuta Wa'ste) and Crazy Horse are some prominent members of the Oglalas.
Lives by and practices the philosophical and traditional ways of the life of his forefathers.
Is an enrolled member of the Oglala Sioux tribe, Pine Ridge Indian reservation, Pine Ridge, South Dakota.
Attended a Catholic missionary school on the Pine Ridge and Rosebud Indian Reservation.
Works in traditional Arts and Crafts:
* Dollmaker * Beadworker * Artifact * Reproduction
Native American lecturer and consultant on Lakota history, culture and philosophies for educational videos, documentaries, television and feature films.
Chairman / CEO TIWAHE "Native American - Lakota Publishing & Production Company.
Lectures throughout South Dakota as well as the Northeast, including pre-schools, elementary schools, high schools and colleges. Schools include Bryn Mawr, Rutgers, Temple, Villanova and the University of Pennsylvania.
Educational video consultant to "The Indians of North America," a 20-part educational documentary, a recent winner of the Telly and Birmingham Awards.
Consultant to "Lakota Woman" and Crazy Horse," part of the Turner Network "Native Americans" series. Consultant to Disney Studios production, "Man of the House."
A diverse educational presentation based on Lakota philosophies and history, as seen through the eyes of the Lakota People. Each presentation can be adapted to specific age groups. The presentations object is to promote communication and understanding among people of different cultures.
* Mother Earth * Culture * Contemporary Issues
Traditional Lakota drumming and singing.
"The Lakota Culture is one of the most studied Native American cultures.
I feel it is important to provide correct and accurate information regarding our culture."
References:
Rutgers University
Nancy Omaha Boy, Ph.D.
609-225-6356
Villanova University
Barbara E. Wall, O.P., Ph.D., Arts & Humanities - Asst. Dean
610-519-4600
For dates, times and honorarium rates please contact
PENNSYLVANIA CONTACTS:
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