Beyond the Mesas UofA Department of American Indian Studies

Hopi author and historian Matthew Sakiestewa Gilbert interviews counselor, jeweler, and author Michael Adams (Hopi/Tewa) from the village of Tewa on the Hopi reservation in northeastern Arizona. The interview covers a range of topics, including the role of family in one's education and career paths, the process of overcoming challenges, schooling beyond the Hopi mesas, and the importance of positive thinking. The interview was conducted on June 10, 2020 via Zoom. To learn more about Michael Adams and his counseling resources and art, please visit:   www.nextwavewarrior.com (Next Wave Warrior) www.gourdjewels.com (GourdJewels) Youtube: (Michael Adams)