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From The Chippewa Cree Perspective

From The Chippewa Cree Perspective

Dec 21, 2024 | , , ,

This blog from Stone Child College on Rocky Boy’s Reservation in Montana shares insights into navigating higher education and preserving Chippewa Cree culture in the modern world. It highlights the college’s dedication to fostering pride in tribal heritage, featuring an interview with art instructor John Murie, who carries forward traditional beadwork techniques and philosophies passed down through generations, emphasizing the importance of Native storytelling and cultural preservation through education and art.

Waabaabigan, Working with Our Namesake

Waabaabigan, Working with Our Namesake

Dec 21, 2024 | , , , ,

Janet and Eliza Klarer, a mother-daughter duo from the White Earth Ojibwe community, are preserving traditional Woodland-style pottery inspired by their ancestor Judy Toppings, who revitalized White Earth clay lifeways. Through workshops and their own artistry, they share the significance of working with White Earth clay, nurturing creativity and connection in their community.

ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL EARNS ENDORSEMENT AND DIGITAL BADGE

ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL EARNS ENDORSEMENT AND DIGITAL BADGE

Dec 21, 2024 | , ,

Jonathan Breaker, Tribal Colleges and Universities Student Success Program Officer at the American Indian College Fund, has earned the Strategic Enrollment Management Endorsement from the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admission Officers (AACRAO). Breaker is among an elite group of only 83 individuals internationally and is the first person from the state of New Mexico to earn this endorsement. Breaker is receiving the SEM Endorsement Badge through Credly and his name will soon appear in the national registry.

Save the Date: Rateliff Sings Rateliff | Denver EATSS Returns with Indigenous Cuisine, Art, and Nathaniel Rateliff with Colorado Symphony

Save the Date: Rateliff Sings Rateliff | Denver EATSS Returns with Indigenous Cuisine, Art, and Nathaniel Rateliff with Colorado Symphony

Dec 21, 2024 | , ,

The Colorado Symphony and the American Indian College Fund proudly announce a thrilling collaboration with acclaimed singer-songwriter Nathaniel Rateliff for two unforgettable performances on April 11 and 12, 2025, at Denver’s Boettcher Concert Hall, with a portion of the proceeds benefitting the American Indian College Fund. The concert will feature new orchestrations of Rateliff’s most beloved songs, showcasing his signature sound reimagined through the lush and dynamic lens of a full symphony orchestra.

Save the Date: Twin Cities EATSS Returns with Indigenous Cuisine, Art and Music Featuring Grammy-Winner Rufus Wainwright

Save the Date: Twin Cities EATSS Returns with Indigenous Cuisine, Art and Music Featuring Grammy-Winner Rufus Wainwright

Dec 21, 2024 | , ,

The American Indian College Fund is thrilled to announce the return of its celebrated Twin Cities EATSS (Epicurean Award to Support Scholars) event, taking place Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at the iconic Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis. This one-of-a-kind evening celebrates the vibrancy of Native culture through exceptional Indigenous cuisine, original art, and a performance by three-time-Grammy Award-winning artist Rufus Wainwright.

Vicki Besaw – A Dissertation Story

Vicki Besaw – A Dissertation Story

Dec 2, 2024 | , ,

Vicki Besaw, a member of the Lac Courte Oreilles Lake Superior Ojibwe Tribe, pursued her doctorate at age 54 to help students heal from trauma through storytelling. Working at the College of Menominee Nation, she used Indigenous story methodology to create a safe space for students to explore their life stories and understand the impact of trauma. Her research not only supported her students but also sparked intergenerational healing within her own family. Vicki aims to integrate her findings into the curriculum and publish her stories to reach a broader audience.

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