Indigenous Literacy Story Series
The Indigenous Literacy Story Series seeks to shift perceptions of literacy and education in tribal nation communities, provide evidence of literacy success and innovation in tribal nation communities, establish the College Fund as a resource and leader in literacy resources, and encourage innovation and collaboration within TCUs, across TCUs, and between Native inservice teachers.
This story series features guest writers from the College Fund, TCUs, and Native educators in the field.
Indigenous Literacy is:
A means of expressing and sustaining connection, culture, and sovereignty.
The ability to communicate (tell stories, speak, write, create, teach, or demonstrate) and comprehend (listen, read, sense, interpret, view, learn, or practice).
A starting point for Native people to co-create their environment in ways that are grounded in – and sustaining of – Indigenous cultures, languages, and ways of knowing.
Relational and intergenerational, supporting kinship with each other, ancestors, and the land.
Essential to thriving Indigenous communities.
Featured Stories
American Indian College Fund Welcomes Six New Members and Student Representatives to the Board of Trustees
The American Indian College Fund welcomes four new members and two student representatives to the Board of Trustees. Get to know the tribal educators, scholars, and allies who will help govern the College Fund’s work.
Battle of the Little Bighorn as Part of Identity
“These men with light eyes and hairy faces are here now…We can kill them off, but more will come. They are like ants. Trample them and more will come out. My advice is that we, the Absarokee, treat these ‘light eyes’ kindly and give them protection from other Tribes....
The Other Side of History: Hope from the Victory at Little Bighorn
In honor of Victory Day, we honor the legacy of hope, perseverance, and dedication to one’s people set by the warriors of several Native nations at the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Hear how their memory guides tribal colleges and Native students fighting different kinds of battles to gain a better future for all.
Will Race-Based Scholarships Survive?
Inside Higher Ed interviewed American Indian College Fund Vice President of Student Success Services, Tiffany Gusbeth, and others on how the Trump administration's stance declaring race-based scholarships and programs as "unlawful practices" may cost students...
