“These men with light eyes and hairy faces are here now…We can kill them off, but more will come. They are like ants. Trample them and more will come out. My advice is that we, the Absarokee, treat these ‘light eyes’ kindly and give them protection from other Tribes....
Month: June 2026 Blogs
The Other Side of History: Hope from the Victory at Little Bighorn
In honor of Victory Day, we honor the legacy of hope, perseverance, and dedication to one’s people set by the warriors of several Native nations at the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Hear how their memory guides tribal colleges and Native students fighting different kinds of battles to gain a better future for all.
Will Race-Based Scholarships Survive?
Inside Higher Ed interviewed American Indian College Fund Vice President of Student Success Services, Tiffany Gusbeth, and others on how the Trump administration's stance declaring race-based scholarships and programs as "unlawful practices" may cost students...
Seeing, Honoring, and Celebrating Our Two-Spirit Relatives
This Pride Month, the American Indian College Fund honors Two-Spirit relatives by exploring their cultural significance, resilience, and resurgence in Native communities. Featuring voices from Sitting Bull College, the blog highlights how 2SLGBTQ+ students and faculty are creating safe spaces, reclaiming identity, and strengthening community through visibility, advocacy, and tradition.
Iḷisaġvik College (IC) Program Keeps Arctic Cultural Knowledge Alive
Iḷisaġvik College’s Native arts program is helping Alaska Native students in the Arctic Circle preserve and revitalize Iñupiaq cultural knowledge. Through hands-on learning, cultural camps, and curriculum development, students gain skills in traditional art forms, healing practices, and land-based knowledge while ensuring these traditions are documented and passed down to future generations.
Shaken Faith: How Federal Cuts Undermine Trust
In this article by Northwest Area Foundation, American Indian College Fund President and CEO, Cheryl Crazy Bull, and student ambassador, Sasha Derenoff, share how federal budget cuts are making students hesitant to pursue careers in public service and adjacent...
