The Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe recognized 35 graduates during its 2026 Graduation Recognition Banquet on June 2, celebrating students who completed college, adult education, and high school programs.
Held at the Tribal Gym, the banquet honored four college graduates, three adult education graduates, and 28 high school graduates. Tribal officials said a record number of family members and friends attended the ceremony, with nearly every seat in the gym filled.
Chairwoman Catherine Williams-Tuni congratulated the graduates and encouraged them to take pride in both their accomplishments and their heritage.
“Be proud of who you are — a Native American graduate — and of all that you have accomplished,” Williams-Tuni said. “Don’t ever forget who you are or where you come from. We will always be praying for you, thinking of you, and reading about your accomplishments.”
The ceremony included opening and closing prayers by Elder Mille Brigham. Colton Tohannie performed two Honor Songs, Everett George served as keynote speaker, and Cody Ann Baker offered closing sentiments.
Each graduate received a custom graduation stole made by Elizabeth Works, along with a commemorative blanket recognizing their achievement.
The annual banquet celebrates the educational accomplishments of tribal members and recognizes graduates as they prepare for the next stage of their academic, professional, and personal journeys. Photo below: Mirabel WindRiver, left, and Millie Brigham are recognized during the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe’s 2026 Graduation Recognition Banquet on June 2.
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