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 Launches National Campaign in Recognition of Tribal College Faculty
The American Indian College Fund (College Fund) has launched “Because of You,” a national campaign to recognize and honor the more than 1,600 tribal college and university (TCU) faculty.
Native Voices Matter in Primaries and Midterms. REGISTER NOW!
The American Indian College Fund is encouraging American Indians and Alaska Natives to ensure they are registered to vote for the upcoming mid-term elections and beyond so they can share their voices at the polls and weigh in on issues such as federal funding for tribal colleges and universities, Native eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, green energy spending on tribal lands, and immigration.
Independent Sector to Host Expert Panel to Protect Sector Independence
Independent Sector to Host Expert Panel to Protect Sector Independence Denver, Colo., March 23, 2026 — Today, Independent Sector President and CEO Dr. Akilah Watkins announced the creation of a Panel on Sector Independence to strengthen the nonprofit sector so...
American Indian College Fund Honors 2025-26 Tribal College Students of the Year and Coca-Cola Scholars
On Sunday, the College Fund honored this year’s Tribal College and University Students of the Year and Coca-Cola First Generation Scholars. These students represent the values of their TCUs and the determination of all the Native students working to build better futures for themselves and their communities.
Determination and Dedication: Two GED Success Stories
By Mgizi Wemigwans, SCTC Student Services Assistant The Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College is a grant recipient of the College Fund’s Native Students Stepping Forward: Dollar General Adult Education Program. Through this support, we are proud to highlight two of our most...
