Summary
Rochanne Downs serves as the NAGPRA Liaison and Program Manager. As a member of the Toi Ticutta Band of Paiute from the Fallon Paiute Shoshone Tribe, she brings a true passion for the meaningful work of cultural resources protection, repatriation, education and collaboration with Tribal communities.
Rochanne completed her B.A degrees in History and Geography from California State University Chico in 1998 and has dedicated the past 24 years serving the Fallon Paiute Shoshone Tribe in all facets of Tribal Government including serving as the Education Director, Cultural Resources Director, and Tribal Historic Preservation Officers. Additionally, she has served on several workgroups and committees to build collaboration and understanding between Tribal Communities and state, federal, and local agencies in areas such as NAGPRA, cultural resources management, jurisdiction, Tribal education, Tribal sovereignty, Tribal consultation, and economic development.
Rochanne enjoys spending time with her family, exploring the Great Basin, and preserving her culture for the future generations. Rochanne is honored to be given the opportunity to work on the expeditious return of Ancestors under the University’s care and looks forward to improving relations and opportunities between the University, our students, and our Tribal communities.