Native American comedy

Writer, actress, comedienne, and activist Jana Schmieding is known for her work with Native-themed series such as “Rutherford Falls” and “Reservation Dogs," but she’s also a “Duck." The University of Oregon alum is this year’s commencement speaker, and spent this weekend reconnecting with her campus community.

The streaming network Peacock show, Rutherford Falls takes a comical look at history and culture inside a fictional New York town, and its iconic “Big…