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What Does Democracy Mean To You?

What Does Democracy Mean To You?

The American Indian College Fund recognizes that the historical and lived experiences of Native people are deeply impacted in many negative ways by the founding of the United States. We also recognize that the protection of inherent and acquired rights as American Indians and Alaska Natives is vital and essential to our self-determination and identities. For that reason, the American Indian College Fund is exploring the meaning of democracy during the United States’ 250th anniversary year. We invite our tribal college students to join us in this exploration.

Investing in Tribal Colleges and Our Shared Future

During the first week of February, representatives from 36 tribal colleges travelled from across the country to Washington, D.C. to remind Congress that supporting TCUs is not optional — it’s part of the federal government’s trust and treaty obligations. TCUs are not only here; they are creating a ripple of generational change with every student who walks through their doors.

An Intro to Treaties

An Intro to Treaties

Every year on the third Monday of February, the United States celebrates Presidents Day to honor the legacies and contributions of the nation’s presidents. What many Americans don’t know is that the leaders who shaped this country extend far beyond just U.S. Presidents. Native Nations stewarded this land long before the first colonists arrived.

Our Work Is Not Finished

Our Work Is Not Finished

Thank you to all those who called and emailed your elected officials on behalf of Native students and Native higher education prior to the passing of the Bill Beautiful Bill. Know that we will continue to champion our tribal students and institutions and ask you to stay the course with us.