I believe that innovation flows through generations—from the hands that crafted tools centuries ago to the minds that engineer circuits today. That's why I'm beyond proud to announce our 2025 Pretty Bird Woman Scholarship recipient: Trysten. Named after my grandmother, this scholarship honors our ancestors by investing in the future of our youth, encouraging both science and the arts for students on the Blackfeet Nation. Trysten's passion for nursing speaks to the most sacred of our traditions: the protection and nurturing of new life.

About a week ago, we hopped in the car and headed to Nashville for the first-ever IndigeNash event. It was such a cool celebration of Native artists across all kinds of creative areas—art, music, film, fashion, food, and dance—and we were so excited to be a part of it.