Events and Webinars

Engage with meaningful events hosted by the American Indian College Fund. From student opportunities to faculty programs and community fundraising efforts, each event strengthens support for Native education and success. Join us in fostering brighter futures together.

College Fund Events

RECENTLY HELD

Twin Cities EATSS

February 18th, 2025

Returning once again to a city steeped in Native history, this one-night-only event aims to bring together the tradition and diversity of Native culture and expression, served to you at the esteemed Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis.

Denver EATSS

April 11th and 12th, 2025

Originally home to more than 10 nations, Colorado is steeped in American Indian roots. Today, we are excited to bring back a night of total immersion in Native culture, with art, food, discussion, and music from Indigenous creators.

New York EATSS

May 14th, 2025

Home to tribes including the Lenape and Cayuga, New York City – originally Mannahatta – is the site of some of the earliest contact between Natives and colonists. We are thrilled to show up for students while reconnecting NYC with its roots at the beautiful Lighthouse Pier 61 in Chelsea.

Student Events

RECENTLY HELD

A Celebration Lunch

Sunday, March 9, 2025

Join students, faculty, and staff coming together each spring to compete in academic, cultural, and artistic exercises; share stories, and best practices; participate in workshops and plenary sessions; and celebrate the Tribal College Movement.

March 19th, 2025

Join us to hear from our scholarship application reviewers and current scholars, and learn how to craft a strong application package.

April 8th, 2025

Join our FREE virtual event and learn more about the Great Oak Scholarship Program. This program is administered by the American Indian College Fund for qualifying students enrolled in most California tribes!

April 9th, 2025

Join us for an engaging webinar designed to equip participants with essential self-defense strategies for navigating threatening situations. 

April 24th, 2025

Join our free virtual event and get answers to all your scholarship questions from the College Fund Scholarships Team.

May 27th, 2025

Join our FREE virtual event and get answers to your last-minute questions to complete your scholarship application by our May 31st deadline!

Faculty Events

Faculty Writing Retreats

February 6-7, 2025
April 3-4, 2025

These two-day retreats give TCU faculty the time and support to make progress on their writing projects. The retreats are facilitated by an Indigenous scholar and held on Zoom.

2025 TCU Faculty Convening

May 20-21, 2025

The annual faculty convening is a place for faculty to share research, best practices, and strategies to help them excel in their multifaceted roles. Sessions focus on instruction, research, student advising, community engagement, and more.