One group of GED students at Oglala Lakota College formed a community bond of encouragement and have now started college courses together at OLC.
Indigenous Adult Education Blogs
American Indian College Fund Extends Partnership with Dollar General Literacy Foundation
The American Indian College Fund (College Fund) recently received a $434,000 adult literacy grant from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation (DGLF) for its Native Students Stepping Forward (NSSF): Dollar General Adult Education Program. Celebrating its eleven-year partnership with the DGLF, the program works to increase the number of adults working toward high school equivalency (HSE) in Indian Country. With this year’s DGLF funding, the program can serve 10 tribal colleges and universities (TCUs) who support HSE attainment while also strengthening the whole adult education pathway. College Fund currently plans to select its tenth participating college in 2026.
Diploma on the Wall
Jerome DeCoteau was one of the first graduates out of NWIC’s High School+ program several years ago, becoming a role model to his son Troy on the importance of prioritizing education. His son graduated from high school this year.
Oglala Lakota College and Community Programs Collaborate to Support GED Students
Oglala Lakota College partners with local tribal and state programs to support community members in earning their GEDs.
Sinte Gleska University Prioritizes Appreciation of GED Students
Sinte Gleska University always takes the time to ensure its HSE students feel valued and appreciated.
Breaking Through Fences in Indian Country
Lorita Nearing shares in her own words how she persevered to attain her high school equivalency diploma and chose to say “Yes” to building a promising future for her and her family.
