Indigenous Peoples’ Day, recognized and honored on the second Monday in October, is a time to reflect on the histories, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples, both past and present. Indigenous Peoples’ Day invites us to reflect, educate, and take action. At UHart, we acknowledge that UHart is located on historical homelands. Please read the University of Hartford Land Acknowledgment Statement below.
University of Hartford Land Acknowledgement Statement
We acknowledge that the University of Hartford resides on the historic homelands of the Poquonocks, Wangunks and Tunxis; and that what is now called Connecticut encompasses the homelands of the Wappinger, Schaghticoke, Golden Hill Paugussett, Mohegan, Mashantucket Pequot, Eastern Pequot, Nipmuc, Quinnipiac, Niantic, and Lenape, as well as other Indigenous Peoples. We honor, respect, and appreciate the relationship that exists among these communities, nations, lands, and waterways, and aspire to uphold our responsibilities according to their example of stewardship.
The Office of Inclusive Excellence and Belonging and Amplifying Indigenous Voices invite you to The Commons for a special Indigenous Peoples’ Day menu. Special thank you to Aramark Services for the partnership.
Indigenous Peoples Day menu 2026
Breakfast:
Park River Bakery-Pumpkin Bread with Pepitas
Lunch:
Grill Station-Navajo Tacos
Ground Bison, Lettuce, Tomato, Diced Green Chilies, Sour Cream, Cheddar Cheese, Fry Bread.
Soup:
Vegan Three Sisters Soup
Entrée:
Roasted Turkey `
Cranberry Sauce
Succotash
Corn Bread
Whipped Sweet potatoes.
Pop up:
Corn Husk Roasted Herb Trout
Vegetarian Pazole
The Office of Inclusive Excellence and Belonging and Amplifying Indigenous Voices encourages our community to engage in resources around Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
Resources:
Videos:
- The dark history of Mount Rushmore
- Understanding Indigenous Peoples’ Day| VOA News
- Why the US celebrates Columbus Day
Websites:
- Indigenous Peoples’ Day Resources
- Unlearning Columbus Day Myths: Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day
- 5 things to know about Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Co-Sponsored by Amplifying Indigenous Voices and the Office of Inclusive Excellence and Belonging. Questions? Email the Office of Inclusive Excellence and Belonging at OIEB@hartford.edu.