Hi ho   ne ho wa se   we ki ni
(Hello my good friend.)
"Procession Before War Dance", Ernest Spybuck    Credit: National Museum of the American Indian, Smithsonian Institution (02/5735).
Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe is primarily located in the heart of central Oklahoma with approximately 4,760 members who live in all parts of the world as of December 31, 2025. Our tribal government complex is located in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Our logo features Tecumseh, a Shawnee warrior and visionary leader, who worked to unite tribes in a common homeland where Indians could live under their own laws and leaders. He died in October 1813, in battle near the area of present day Thamesville, in Toronto, Canada. The LI-SI-WI-NWI in our logo means “Among the Shawnee”
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96th SEMI-ANNUAL GENERAL COUNCIL MEETING

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PIER Community Scholars Program Apps due April 30, 2026

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2026 AST Annual Easter Event

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Registration open for 2026 AST Language Classes

We are so excited to announce that registration is now open for 2026 AST Language Classes. Make sure you sign up today and Ka si wi nwi to wa pa - Let's Speak Shawnee! Deadline to sign up is February 7, 2026. To sign up online, click here,  https://laserfiche.astribe.com/Forms/language-enrollment-form  Deadline to register is February 7 2026.
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Regular Executive Committee Meeting

The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 4, “Executive Committee Meetings” here by calls and declares public notice that the REGULAR meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Wednesday March 18, 2026 at 10 AM at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Misty McGirt, Tribal Secretary Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma Dated this 3rd day of March 2026.
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96th SEMI-ANNUAL GENERAL COUNCIL MEETING

96th SEMI-ANNUAL GENERAL COUNCIL MEETING OF THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA ON SATURDAY, APRIL 11, 2026 AT 10:00 A.M. AT AST MULTI-PURPOSE BUILDING, SHAWNEE, OK  
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PIER Community Scholars Program Apps due April 30, 2026

PIER Community Scholars Program  due April 30, 2026
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Return to Work Employee COVID Testing -March 30, 2021

An employee COVID-19 drive-thru testing event for Tribal Complex employees ONLY will be held tomorrow Tuesday, March 30th in front of the Multi-Purpose Building.
- When: Tomorrow 1-4PM
- What: Return to Work Employee COVID Testing
- Where: AST Shawnee Tribal Complex (enter by bank and go to front of MPB) and then exit.
- Why: To ensure employees are safe to return to work and not expose other employees.  If you have a positive test you will be called. 

Special Executive Committee Meeting March 31, 2021

SPECIAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING NOTICE
The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 3, "Executive Committee Meetings" hereby calls and declares public notice that the SPECIAL meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Wednesday, March

"Building Our Future: Creating Leaders of Change" Online Event

Join the Native Connections Grant for our upcoming virtual event "Building Our Future: Creating Leaders of Change" featuring Native motivational speaker, Brian Frejo! This FREE & VIRTUAL event will provide Native youth with traditional leadership values for positive decision making, wellness, resiliency, and so much more.

Thunderbird Casino Closure 3-16-2021

In honor and in memory of Absentee Shawnee tribal Lieutenant Governor, Kenneth Blanchard, and to allow team members time to honor him as well, Thunderbird Entertainment Centers will be closed on Tuesday, March 16th until 5:00 p.m.
We offer our most sincere condolences to his family and many friends. We have great appreciation for all the Lieutenant Governor has achieved and contributed.
-Thunderbird Entertainment. Center Team.

Tax Preparation Event Canceled

NOTICE!

Due to a day of mourning in honoring the life of Lieutenant Governor Kenneth Blanchard, Absentee Shawnee Tribe, the Tax Prep event for Tuesday, March 16th, 2021 will be closed and all appointments will be rescheduled.

Complex Closure 3-16-2021

Dear Tribal Members,

On March 12, 2021, Lieutenant Governor Kenneth Blanchard began his journey home. The Lieutenant Governor has been a big part of the tribe and he will be deeply missed. We extend our sincerest apologies and deepest condolences to his family. Out of respect for his many years of service and dedication to the Tribe, flags have been ordered to half-staff.

Additionally, the Tribal complex/offices will be closed Tuesday March 16, 2021 for his Memorial service. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers during this time.

Thank you

86Th Semi-Annual General Council Meeting

Executive Resolution No. E-AS-2021-21

Absentee Shawnee Tribe Of Indians Of Oklahoma

Special Executive Committee Meeting

March 10, 2021

A Resolution Duly Adopted By The Executive Committee Of The Absentee Shawnee Tribe Of Indians Of Oklahoma Hereby Establishing The Date, Time And Location For The 86Th Semi-Annual General Council Meeting Of The Absentee Shawnee Tribe Of Indians Of Oklahoma On Saturday, April 17, 2021 At 10:00A.M. At The Thunderbird Casino Pow Wow Grounds In Norman, Oklahoma.

After School Program Offering Free Virtual Tutoring

The After School Program is now offering free Virtual Tutoring for grades K-6 for any CCDF Eligible child, AST Tribal Member, or AST Employee child.

For more information, contact LaNora Buswell through email or phone.

        Email: LaNora.Buswell@astribe.com

        Phone: 405.481.3427 Call/or Text

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