December 16, 2015
The nation’s universities look to tribal colleges and other minority-serving institutions for guidance on diversity and providing an inclusive environment for student success. The American Indian College Fund’s Tarajean Yazzie Mintz, Senior Program Officer, offers insight into ways schools can pave the way for a harmonious transition to college life and academic success. >>Read More on Diverse Issues in Higher Education’s website
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.
Belle Brings Plenty’s winning 2025 Tribal College Blanket Design, “Journey,” is now available for purchase as part of Pendleton Woolen Mills’ American Indian College Fund collection. Learn more about Belle and her deeply symbolic design meant to wrap people in love and support.
