Denise Lajimodiere Appointed Nation's First Native American State Poet Laureate

She will use her role to hold workshops with Native students across North Dakota and author a new book focused on them.
Lajimodiere's work examines the historical trauma of Native boarding schools and their ongoing impact.
Her appointment is deeply meaningful for the Native community and beyond in advancing representation.
Lajimodiere plans to promote understanding of tribal cultures and support healing from past injustices.