The Southern Ute Indian Tribe is fortunate to have very prominent tribal members serving as royalty. Each year our Royalty Committee spends much of their personal time ensuring that the image of the Tribe is embedded and reflected in the ambassadors that are selected to serve. Each contestant that starts down this road commits to the culture and discipline that the crown requires. Much time is spent on the road at venues, conferences, powwows, festivals, and celebrations.  

The Tribe is proud of each person who has worn a sash or crown for the people; each of them is a champion in their own discipline and each has been a positive reflection of the direction of the Tribe. In this issue of the Southern Ute Drum, we would like to celebrate our Southern Ute Royalty and the parents or supporters who spent countless hours preparing them for such an honor. 

~ Marvin Pinnecoose, Events Coordinator, Cultural Preservation Department.