USA Today Diversity Campaign Features College Fund

Mar 30, 2017 | Blog

The American Indian College Fund joined national industry leaders to educate and empower business leaders about expanding diversity in the workforce. Native American students have unique perspectives to offer employers and their voices and perspectives helps strengthen the quality of American commerce.

The campaign was distributed through USA TODAY on March 30th, 2017 and is published online. We invite you to view and share the campaign with your friends, family, and networks. http://bit.ly/2nbqkso.

Read the Q & A with Cheryl Crazy Bull and Cid Wilson

Recent Blog Posts

From The Chippewa Cree Perspective

From The Chippewa Cree Perspective

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.

Fostering Culture and Community: Chadwick Kramer’s Impact on Native Education in Bismarck

Fostering Culture and Community: Chadwick Kramer’s Impact on Native Education in Bismarck

Chadwick Kramer, an elder and Cultural Responsive Coordinator for Bismarck Public Schools, is dedicated to providing Native students with culturally enriching opportunities through the Indigenous Education Program. Inspired by his own experiences and his grandmother’s teachings, Chadwick creates welcoming spaces for all students to explore Native traditions, fostering lifelong learning, cultural understanding, and community connection.

Waabaabigan, Working with Our Namesake

Waabaabigan, Working with Our Namesake

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.