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Second Annual Osage Nation Science Fair is gearing-up enthusiasm for science, technology, engineering, art, and math
By ON Communications Pawhuska, Okla., (Monday, January 22, 2018) —Hot on the heels of a successful first-time science fair, the Osage Nation is preparing for another round of science fair fun with youth from several Osage County public schools. The Second Annual Osage Nation STEAM Science Fair is scheduled begins tomorrow and continues through Friday, Jan. 26. The Osage Nation Education Department
Secretary of Administration | Susan Bayro
Bayro has been employed with the Osage Nation since 2011. From 2011-2019, she was the Information Technology department's Business Systems Analyst/Business Relationship Manager. From 2019-2024, she was the Strategic Planning Analyst for the Self-Governance and Strategic Planning department. On May 7, 2024, she was elected the first Osage Mayor of the City of Pawhuska. With an MBA in International
Susan Bayro Secretary of Administration sbayro@osagenation-nsn.gov (918) 287-0073
Secretary of Development | Casey Johnson
Christian (Casey) Johnson retired as a First Sergeant after 23 years of service with the United States Army Infantry, including two combat tours in Iraq, receiving a Bronze Star and Purple Heart. He is a member of the Grayhorse District and the Ponca Peacemaker Clan. His Osage name is Xu-thah non-pah-zhee (Eagle Not Afraid). He is a University of Central Oklahoma graduate with a BS degree in
Casey Johnson Secretary of Development cjohnson@osagenation-nsn.gov (918) 287-5653
Secretary of Language/Culture/Education | Vann Bighorse
Vann Bighorse is a member of the Osage and Cherokee Nations of Oklahoma. His Osage name is Talking to God. He belongs to the Eagle Clan and comes from the Pawhuska District. He currently resides in Ponca City, Oklahoma. Vann started as a student of the Osage language in 2003 at Wakon Iron Hall in Pawhuska, along with four other students, under the guidance of respected tribal elder and Master
Vann Bighorse Secretary of Language, Culture & Education vbighorse@osagenation-nsn.gov (918) 287-5442
Secretary of Natural Resources | Dr. Jann Hayman
Jann Hayman is a native of Skiatook and a citizen of the Osage Nation. She began working with the Osage Nation Department of Natural Resources in 2006 as a Natural Resource Specialist and was promoted to Director in 2012. During her time with the Osage Nation, she has worked with many federal and state agencies to implement wildlife, oil and gas, and other environmental and natural resources
Jann Hayman Secretary of Natural Resources jannhayman@osagenation-nsn.gov (918) 287-5531
Secretary of Natural Resources Dr. Jann Hayman Receives Agricultural Leadership Distinguished Alumni from Oklahoma State University
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On April 13, 2023, Dr. Jann Hayman received the Agricultural Leadership Distinguished Alumni from Oklahoma State University’s Department of Agricultural Education, Communications, and Leadership at the OSU Alumni Center in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Dr. Hayman, a citizen of the Osage Nation, is the Secretary of Natural Resources on the Osage Nation Cabinet. Jann received a bachelor’s degree in
Secretary of Public Safety | Nick Williams
The Osage Nation's Public Safety Cabinet includes: Osage Nation Police Emergency Management Wildland Fire Management
Nick Williams Secretary of Public Safety nwilliams@osagenation-nsn.gov (918) 287-5552
Secretary of Social Services | Teresa Bledsoe
The Osage Nation's Social Services Cabinet includes: Child Care & Development Services Child Support Services Financial Assistance Constituent Services Food Distribution Social Services Indian Child Welfare Veteran Programs Women, Infant & Children
Teresa Bledsoe Secretary of Social Services teresa.bledsoe@osagenation-nsn.gov (918) 287-5379
Select Committee of Inquiry
Select Committee of Inquiry Notices Minutes Committee Report Audio SCoI 4.9.2020 SCoI 4.9.2020 Minutes 1 of 2 2 -N/A SCoI 4.24.2020 SCoI 4.24.2020 Minutes 1 of 2 2 of 2 SCoI 4.27.2020 SCoI 4.27.2020 Minutes 1 of 2 2 of 2 SCoI 5.13.2020 SCoI 5.13.2020 Minutes 1 of SCoI 5.14.2020 1 of 2 2 of 2 SCoI 5.15.2020 Cancellation
Select Committee of Inquiry
Congressional Select Committee of Inquiry Committee Meeting Osage Nation Capitol Building 100 W. Main, Pawhuska Via Electronic Means April 9, 2020 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Agenda Call to Order Roll Call Executive Session – Confidential Personnel Matters Adjournment
Select Committee of Inquiry
Congressional Select Committee of Inquiry Committee Meeting Osage Nation Capitol Building 100 W. Main, Pawhuska Via Electronic Means April 24, 2020 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Agenda Call to Order Roll Call Prayer Consideration of Rules of Procedure Executive Session – Confidential Personnel Matters Adjournment
Select Committee of Inquiry
Congressional Select Committee of Inquiry Committee Meeting Osage Nation Capitol Building 100 W. Main, Pawhuska Via Electronic Means May 13, 2020 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Agenda Call to Order Roll Call Prayer Approval of Minutes Executive Session – Confidential Personnel Matters Adjournment
Select Committee of Inquiry
Congressional Select Committee of Inquiry Committee Meeting Osage Nation Capitol Building 100 W. Main, Pawhuska Via Electronic Means May 14, 2020 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Agenda Call to Order Roll Call Prayer Approval of Minutes Executive Session – Confidential Personnel Matters Consideration of Report Adjournment
Select Osage services relocating to better assist
Osage Nation Director of Operations and Deputy Director of Operations are leading efforts to improve efficiency of service based programs for Osages and other eligible community members By ON Communications The O-Ki-Ki-E Tsi (Osage Nation Welcome Center) has been open since November 2, 2015. The 20,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility was designed to adjust and accommodate the changing needs
Self-Governance
About Many Osage Nation programs are provided funds through the BIA Multi-Year Funding Agreement (annually reoccurring funds based on the term of the contract agreement) and the IHS Compact (a government to government compact with no expiration term for annually reoccurring funds and program delivery). The Office of Self-Governance tracks and distributes these funds. Contact Information Physical
Senior Circle Greenhouse Grand Opening
Public Event
"The Osage Nation shall provide for the security of the Osage elders by establishing and promoting programs to contribute to their economic, physical and social well-being." --Osage Constitution Where: Osage Nation Senior Circle, Pawhuska, Okla. at the most southwest corner of the Osage Nation Senior Circle Housing Development For further assistance with directions, call Osage Nation Constituent
Senior Farmer's Market Vouchers Coming Soon
Public Event
Beginning on Monday, June 1 st, we will begin handing out the 2015 Senior Farmers Market Vouchers to those who live in Osage County and are 55 years of age or older. Vouchers will be given out Monday thru Thursday, 9 A.M. to 2 P.M. daily, at the Osage Nation Title VI building, 350 Senior Drive, Pawhuska, OK. Vouchers will also be given out at these locations and specified dates. Skiatook WIC
Senior Farmers' Market - One Day - August 28
Osage Nation Elder Nutrition will have a ONE DAY Senior Farmers' Market. Location: Across from the Elder Nutrition building in Pawhuska Date: Friday, August 28, 2015 Time: Begins at 9 a.m. and goes to ? ? ? ? This is a first come, first served basis for Osage County seniors who are 55 years or older. You will receive $25 worth of fresh produce. To learn more or to see if you qualify, contact Osage