November 15, 2012
Check out Dr. Cheryl Crazy Bull’s article in this issue of Tribal College Journal about the history of our tribal colleges, their role in facilitating the journey of Native peoples from colonization to sovereignty, and the responsibility of these remarkable institutions to future generations.
Winter is a special season, full of holidays, good food, good company. And no matter the culture, storytelling and the spirit of reflection, growth, giving, and gratitude take center stage this time of year. It is no different for Native peoples, many of whom wait to tell certain stories on long, cold winter nights.
The epidemic of Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) in the United States that has existed for years continues unabated. And while Native students deal with the same end of semester pressures and holiday stresses as other students, they’re more likely to also be living in a state of fear or mourning for a relative who may never make it home.
