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Honoring the Legacy of Ron His Horse Is Thunder: Champion of Tribal Sovereignty and Higher Education

Honoring the Legacy of Ron His Horse Is Thunder: Champion of Tribal Sovereignty and Higher Education

Apr 1, 2025 | , , ,

The American Indian College Fund mourns the passing of Ron His Horse Is Thunder (Hunkpapa-Lakota Oyate), a tireless advocate for tribal sovereignty and education. As a leader of Sitting Bull College, the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, and national higher education initiatives, he dedicated his life to empowering Native communities. His enduring legacy continues to inspire.

TCU Set Stage for Student’s Success at University of Michigan

TCU Set Stage for Student’s Success at University of Michigan

Mar 31, 2025 | , , ,

Jasmine Neosh, a dual-degree law and environmental studies student, reflects on how her education at the College of Menominee Nation prepared her to excel at a top-tier law school, equipping her with confidence, critical thinking skills, and a strong cultural foundation. Her experience at a Tribal College not only gave her technical and leadership abilities but also a deep sense of identity and purpose, allowing her to navigate elite academic spaces while staying true to her roots.

Fake News Awareness 

Fake News Awareness 

Mar 28, 2025 | , ,

Misinformation is everywhere, but having the right tools helps us protect our narratives and ensure our communities get the truth. Always question, always verify, and always seek sources that respect our voices. 

Protect the Department of Education

Protect the Department of Education

Mar 21, 2025 | , , , ,

The American Indian College Fund is concerned that Native students, whose equitable access to higher education hinges on federal programs (which are tied to Native tribes’ trust and treaty relationship with the federal government) will be disproportionately and negatively impacted by the dismantling of the department and the haphazard way the Trump Administration is going about it.

Department of Education Says RIF Won’t Impact TCUs or Student Loans and Pell Grants

Department of Education Says RIF Won’t Impact TCUs or Student Loans and Pell Grants

Mar 20, 2025 | , ,

The Office of the Undersecretary of the Department of Education sent a letter to stakeholders in higher education this weekend stating that although the recent reduction in force (RIF) aligned with President Trump’s commitment to return education control to states, core functions related to Federal Student Aid (FSA) and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) will not be impacted.

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