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The MMIASU Committee's titleholders serve as the goodwill ambassadors representing the American Indian, Alaskan Natives, Native Hawaiians at ASU.

The MMIASU Court is dedicated to representing ASU at cultural events on campus and around Indian Country.

08/22/2026

Yá'át'ééh and Skeg Tas! 🔱🪶

We hope everyone has a wonderful start to the fall 2026 semester. 🥰 As we approach fall and continue fair season, we are happy to announce that the 2026-2027 MMIASU royalty court will be attending the 78th Navajo Nation Fair Parade! The parade will begin in Tse Bonito, New Mexico and conclude in St. Michaels, Arizona on September 12th. ❤️💛 In preparation for this amazing event, we are accepting parade donations. All donations are greatly appreciated!

We are accepting:
- Bags of candy
- Snacks
- Monetary Donations (Zelle)

Drop off location: Arizona State University
AISSS 3rd floor in Discovery Hall
250 E Lemon St.
Tempe, AZ 85281

Donation Deadline: Wednesday, September 9th, 2026

Every donation is a blessing and we’re extremely excited to continue our 2026 parade season!

Ahéhee' / S'apo 💛❤️ Forks up! 🔱

08/18/2026

Yá’át’ééh and Skeg Tas!

As promised, here’s our Ms. & Mr.’s continuation of attending the 104th Gallup Inter-tribal Indian Ceremonial! The weekend was full of excitement, love, and laughter that we will forever hold close to our hearts. ☺️💗

Saturday morning, our Ms. & Mr. Indigenous ASU walked with good energy and prayers as we greeted the community around the beautiful town of Gallup for the parade. As we walked, we were surrounded by so many beautiful faces, voices, and greetings. 😊Our Ms. Indigenous ASU had the opportunity to speak with KGAK and wish the people of the Navajo Nation Yáʼátʼééh Abíní 🏜️💛(a Good Morning in Navajo)! It was a great way to start off our weekend!

Our Mr. Indigenous ASU also attended the Grand Entry Saturday night with the other beautiful royalty that had traveled near and far for the festivities.🩷 Our Mr. Indigenous ASU also visited the Art Gallery that was hosting the Artist contest, where they had the honor of entering two pieces and received a first place blue ribbon! 💙 Finally, our Mr. ended the weekend attending the Rodeo! They love rodeo since it’s a big part of their family so it was a must to attend!

Thank you to the Gallup Ceremonial Committee for putting together such an amazing event, the work and time they continue to do every year doesn’t go unnoticed! Thank you again, and we shall see you soon Navajo Nation Parade! 🪶 Ahé’hee, nitsaago!

- Ms. Indigenous ASU & Mr. Indigenous ASU, Candice Joe & Zach Thomas ❤️💛

08/14/2026

Yá’át’ééh! 🤍

This past weekend, our Ms. & Mr. Indigenous ASU had the honor of attending the 104th Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial! ❤️💛 It was a wonderful weekend celebrated with the amazing community of Gallup, NM. The weekend began with the coronation of Miss Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial Queen and Little Miss Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial and continued with the Morning Parade, Art Gallery, and Rodeo! 🐴

Friday evening, Candice attended the combined coronation! During the pageant, each of the contestants represented their family, tribes, and culture with pride and honor. Their talents, abilities, and determination were felt throughout the entire weekend. 🤍 It was a wonderful evening alongside our “sash sisters” to meet and celebrate the outgoing Misses, Tewakeedah Martin and Gizelle Van Winkle, in the passing on of their titles. Tewakeedah and Gizelle have demonstrated their dedication and love to their communities and culture. We wish the outgoing Misses continued blessings and opportunities in their journeys. 💛 We would like to congratulate the 2026-2027 Miss Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial Queen and Little Miss Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial, Damaris Yazzie and Rhylee Manwell! Congratulations and best wishes in your reigns! ❤️

The evening continued with beautiful performances by the Aztec, White Mountain Apache, Southern Cheyenne, Chickasaw, Comanche, Hopi, Navajo Ohkay Owinge (San Juan Pueblo), Pima, Sioux, Taos Pueblo, Totonac Voladores, the Cellicion Dancers of the Zuni Pueblo, the Kallestewa of the Zuni Pueblo, the Olla Maidens of the Zuni Pueblo, as well as solos by the Maricopa, Omaha and Northern Cheyenne. It was truly amazing to see our relatives celebrate our ways of life in one arena. It was incredibly special to see and feel every drum, dance, and song. 🪶

Thank you to everyone at the Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial for putting together such amazing events showcasing our cultures. Thank you to the performers and contestants for an amazing weekend of celebration and creation. More pictures to come of Saturday’s events 💛

-Miss Indigenous ASU Candice Joe 🤍🪶

08/05/2026

Happy birthday to 2026-2027 Mr. Indigenous ASU, Zach Ander Thomas! 🔱

Wishing you continued blessings and growth in your new year! ❤️💛

-MMIASU Court 🪶

08/04/2026

Yá’át’ééh! 🤍

On July 31st, I was invited to speak at the Jeehdeez’a Elementary School Back to School event! I was so excited to share words of encouragement to students from my community. As the day continued, I also had the honor of speaking on air with KTNN and share my support for students and ASU! The evening ended with a screening of Star Wars in Diné Bizaad. Seeing our youth involved with school and language during the summer months was amazing and I’m grateful I was invited back home to attend. 🌾📚

On August 1st, my travels continued as I made a stop at Monument Valley, Utah! It was so beautiful and I had such a wonderful time walking with the landscape. Later in the evening, I attended and participated in the grand entry at the Shadow Prey Powwow in Jeddito, Arizona. It was a lovely evening filled beautiful dancing, song, and prayer. 🪶

Thank you to all the event organizers and community for creating such beautiful events. Best wishes to all students in this incoming school year 📚 Ahéheeʼ for having me and I look forward to more wonderful events!

-Ms. Indigenous ASU Candice Joe 🪶🤍

07/28/2026

Yá’át’ééh & Skeg Tas! ☀️ On July 25th, our Ms. Indigenous ASU, Candice Joe, Ms. Indigenous ASU 1st Attendant, Evelyn Enos, & Mr. Indigenous ASU 1st Attendant, Wydell Slim, walked in our very first parade— the 48th Eastern Navajo Fair Parade in Crownpoint, New Mexico! 🔱🎉

The morning started with beautiful weather and sunrise to welcome the day. Our court was greeted by the amazing community of Crownpoint with great energy and enthusiasm! 🥳 It was a great morning meeting community and relatives while passing out treats and goodies. Ahéheeʼ nitsaago and S’apo to our MMIASU families and those who donated. ❤️ It was an honor to meet and greet so many smiling faces and represent our ASU community with pride and gratitude! 🪶

Thank you to our banner holders/float decorators and Wydell’s niece’s, Layla and Kayla. Thank you to our float driver and Evelyn’s dad, BJ. And thank you to Jasmyne and Ms. Joe, Candice’s sister and mom for creating the decorations, passing out treats, and taking pictures! ❤️💛🔱 Each donation and contribution truly made our first parade possible and beautiful. We are so grateful for this wonderful start to parade season and can’t wait to see you all again soon! 😊

-2026-2027 Ms. Indigenous ASU, Candice Joe, Ms. Indigenous ASU 1st Attendant, Evelyn Enos & Mr. Indigenous ASU 1st Attendant, Wydell Slim 🪶🔱

07/14/2026

Yá’át’ééh!

On June 17th and July 10th, Ms. and Mr. Indigenous ASU, Candice and Zach facilitated a workshop at the Phoenix Indian Center’s Living in Two Worlds Summer Camp! 🌾

The workshop began with a stretching exercise to demonstrate how physically “taking up space” can encourage and build confidence. Candice and Zach were able to share their journeys as students, advocates, and now royalty and what has led their journey and passions. Students also participated in a clay pot making workshop where students combined both traditional and contemporary design. The workshop encouraged students to create from their experience and remember: we are storytellers! 🤍

Ahéhee’ to the Phoenix Indian Center for this opportunity! We’re grateful to work with organizations committed to Native youth, cultural identity, and community! Thank you to the organizers and students for your hard work. 🪶

Ms. & Mr. Indigenous ASU - Candice Joe and Zach Thomas 🤍🔱🪶

07/03/2026

Yá’át’ééh and Skeg Tas! 🔱🪶

On June 27th, the 2026-2027 MMIASU royalty court attended the O’odham New Year celebration hosted by the Akimel O’odham/ Pee-Posh Youth Council and CPAO at the Huhugam Heritage Center.
The night was filled with laughter, song, and dance as everyone celebrated the new season.
Our court was welcomed and introduced ourselves along with the royalty from Gila River and Salt River.
The night ended with a big social dance as well as a giveaway.
It was such a blessing to share the night with local communities!

Ahéhee’ / S’apo 💛❤️

-MMIASU Court 🔱🪶

07/01/2026

Yá’át’ééh and Skeg Tas!

As Pride Month comes to a close, the MMIASU Court would like to honor our Two-Spirit, Trans, and LGBTQ+ relatives! Pride is more than a just a month. It truly is a continued commitment to creating spaces where all people are seen, respected, and valued for who they are. From uplifting the voices, stories, to the experiences of our relatives who continue to walk proudly in their identities while paving the way for future generations. As Indigenous peoples, we carry teachings of kinship, community, and responsibility to one another. Across many of our tribal nations, Two-Spirit people have long held important roles within our communities, carrying gifts, knowledge, leadership, and perspectives that strengthen our people. Today, we honor those histories while continuing to advocate for a future where all relatives can live authentically, safely, and with dignity. The MMIASU Court stands in solidarity with our Two-Spirit, Trans, and LGBTQ+ relatives not only during Pride Month, but throughout the entire year. We celebrate your resilience, your joy, your strength, and the ways you continue to inspire our communities. As we move forward, may we continue to lead with compassion, educate with purpose, and uplift one another through love and understanding. Happy Pride Month and Happy Pride every day. 🌈✨

Ahéhee’ / S’apo
MMIASU Court 💗🪶🏳️‍🌈

05/19/2026

Yá’át’ééh and Skeg Tas!

This past weekend on May 16th, the MMIASU Court traveled to Casa Grande Union High School where they hosted their 12th Annual Graduation PowWow! It was truly such a pleasure and honor to meet, connect, and celebrate with the community. To be welcomed in such a beautiful way through the drums, songs, dancers, laughter, and the gathering of people was a blessing in itself. Moments like these are such powerful reminders of the strength, beauty, and resilience that continue to live within our Indigenous communities and traditions. Thank you for welcoming us with such kindness and warmth. We are deeply grateful to have shared space, stories, and good medicine together. Congratulations to all of the graduates, may this next chapter bring continued blessings, growth, and success on your journeys ahead.😊
Ahéhee’ / S’apo 💗🪶

-MMIASU Court 💗

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