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CNNCTS Supports SDSU’s 6th Annual Native & Indigenous Research & Arts Symposium
On March 12th and March 13th, 2026, the San Diego State University (SDSU) Native Resource Center (NRC), in collaboration with the Collaborative of Native Nations for Climate Transformation and Stewardship (CNNCTS), hosted their 6th Annual Native & Indigenous Research & Arts Symposium (NIRAS). CNNCTS held a panel discussion with Ana Gloria (Martha) Rodriguez, Gabriella Lassos, Johnny Bear Contreras, and Andrew and Lisset Pittman, who shared their inspiring projects and communi
Apr 89 min read
CNNCTS Resilient Restoration Paper Published in Ecology and Evolution Journal
In December 2025, CNNCTS partners' co-authored paper was published in the journal Ecology and Evolution. In late December 2025, A paper focused on the Resilient Restoration project was published in Ecology and Evolution: Volume 15, Issue 12. “Climate Transformation and Stewardship: Reflections on Meaningful Collaboration to Support Indigenous-Led Research” thoughtfully illustrates the importance of relationships, respect, and reciprocity in community collaborations and clima
Apr 31 min read
Return of the Kumeyaay Creator Unveiled at San Diego State University Imperial Valley Campus
The San Diego State University and local community recently convened at the Imperial Valley Campus for the unveiling of Return of the Kumeyaay Creator, the fourth installation of the Living Land Acknowledgement Sculpture Series. Continue reading to learn more! Written by Vanessa Hernandez On Thursday January 22, 2026, students, staff, faculty, and community members gathered in front of the library at the San Diego State University (SDSU) Imperial Valley Campus for the sculptu
Feb 34 min read
CNNCTS 2025 Snapshot
In this blog, CNNCTS shares our 2025 Snapshot, full of highlights and snippets reflecting on the work done in the second year of CNNCTS. The Collaborative of Native Nations for Climate Transformation and Stewardship (CNNCTS) is excited to share our 2025 Snapshot! Last year, we shared the 2024 Snapshot , which highlighted our efforts during the first full year of the project. One year later, this blog continues that story by sharing key highlights of progress and action from t
Jan 306 min read
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