'Shoulder-to-shoulder': Hawaiians visit area tribal colleges so both groups can learn from one another

CASS LAKE -- As a group of visiting Hawaiians took center stage to present a selection of their traditional dances, they did so to honor the ancestors of those representing and attending Leech Lake Tribal College.

“Our chant will … ask permission of your nature, your ancient people, to accept us, to introduce us into your space,” said Taupouri Tangaro, a professor at Hawaii Community College in Hilo, Hawaii. “We’ve come this far, will you let us come in a little further and welcome us, we have something to share.”

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