Programs & Events
2010 Initiative: Immigration
photo by Ranjith
The South Dakota Humanities Council is proud to offer an Immigration theme for 2010. This is the first year a theme has been introduced to programming, and the Council is enthusiastic about the new opportunities this creates for South Dakotans. Immigration is a broad topic that includes many subjects, such as ancestral immigration to this country, how immigration shapes and creates communities, the negative aspects of immigration on tribal peoples and minority groups, and contemporary immigration trends. We hope this theme sparks insightful discussion and a thirst for knowledge across the state.
Speakers Bureau/Chautauqua
This year we have a handful of Immigration programs offered by our humanities and chautauqua scholars. You still have the option to choose from our large variety of Speakers’ Bureau programs.
Packaged Reading
In addition to the Council's regular offering, you can also apply for an Immigration Packaged Reading and Film Series. If you are interested in having Humanities scholar lead your discussion, please consult the reading list to choose from the available scholars.
Exhibits
The South Dakota Humanities Council and the South Dakota State Historical Society have partnered to offer an exhibit, “Hands On! South Dakota Immigrants Through Objects and Archival Materials.” The exhibit includes a presentation with a State Historical Society employee. These exhibits are ideal for school-age children!
Grants and Financial Assistance
The 2010 Immigration Initiative extends into financial assistance through mini grants. As the deadline for major grants is past, we hope to provide funding for smaller projects and programs that focus on Immigration. Here are sample Immigration topics to explore:
- The impact of immigration on our state and how we live
- The story of those who move to our state
- The impact of immigration on the American Indian culture
- The connections between ancestors as immigrants and today’s immigrants
Program Application
Please use this application to apply for South Dakota Humanties Council programs. This application can also be found in the back of our program catalog.
Download this application by right-clicking on the icon and selecting "Save As."
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