Language
The Ute language is a southern Numic language within the Uto-Aztecan language family. The language is still widely spoken. In 1984, the tribe declared the Ute language to be the official language of their reservation, and the Ute Language, Culture and Traditions Committee provides language education materials.
Read more about this topic: Ute Indian Tribe Of The Uintah And Ouray Reservation
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