July 01, 2008

Chickasaw Press recognized

Chickasaw press receives honorsA publishing operation designed to print literature of importance to Chickasaw people is being honored by Harvard University.

Representatives of the Harvard University Honoring Nations program recently informed Chickasaw Nation officials that the Chickasaw Press will be recognized as an outstanding example of tribal governance programs.

“We are very pleased that our efforts to promote and preserve Chickasaw heritage and culture are being recognized by such a highly respected organization,” said Bill Anoatubby, governor of the Chickasaw Nation.

Two of the three books published by the Chickasaw Press since it was established in late 2005 have received extensive recognition.
Comment:  For more on the subject, see The Best Indian Books.

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