While not the first powwow held by the American Indian Student Association, it was the first held at the sports pavilion. More than 150 dancers from 17 tribes across the United States and Canada competed in the event, drawing more than 200 spectators. Six drum groups provided the music for the dancers to compete to. Jackie Blackbird, a University freshman and member of the American Indian Student Association, said some dancers earn a living by competing in powwows along the powwow trail.
Some people travel across the country and Canada, making a living by competing in powwows.
Adult male and female dancers wearing traditional costumes compete in one of three categories. Women's categories include traditional, jingle dress and fancy shawl. Men compete in fancy, traditional and grass categories. Children ages 9 to 16 also compete in the same dance categories. Children ages 8 and under dance for exhibition.