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Empowering Students, Building Nations

Cultivating Native Student Success Conference

June 23-25  | Fort Yates, ND

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College of the Muscogee Nation

The American Indian College Fund is proud to be hosting the 2026 Cultivating Native Student Success (CNSS) conference in Fort Yates, North Dakota with Sitting Bull College.

This annual convening will bring together Tribal Colleges and University (TCUs) professionals, Native higher education leaders, and partner organizations for three days of collaborative learning and community building.

Attendees will explore innovative strategies and proven practices that support Native students from enrollment through graduation and beyond.

Save the date and start planning your travel!

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We encourage all participants to mark their calendars now and begin preparing for travel to Fort Yates, North Dakota.

A dedicated hotel room block for this event has been established with Prairie Knights Casino & Resort to support your travel planning. When you call, please be sure to mention you are booking under the American Indian College Fund room block. Provided room rate is $110 + tax.

Call the hotel at and reserve your rooms:
(701) 854-7777

Hotel address and location:
7932 ND-24, Fort Yates, ND 58538

Distance from host hotel to conference site:
14.3 miles | approximately a 16 minute vehicle commute

What to Expect

At the 2026 convening, attendees will engage in:

  • Inspiring keynote sessions from Native higher education experts
  • Interactive workshops and breakout sessions featuring practical tools and emerging best practices
  • Collaborative discussions focused on supporting the Native student journey
  • Explorations of strategic enrollment management, data‑informed storytelling, and the evolving higher education landscape
  • Networking opportunities that strengthen partnerships and uplift the TCU community

Together, we will continue to expand the pathways that ensure Native students thrive in college, career, and community.

Who should attend

TCU Faculty and Staff

Student Support Professionals

Enrollment and Communication Staff

Higher Education Partners and Advocates

Questions?

For general conference questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Taylor K. at tkeplin@collegefund.org.