Public Reports

Power in Culture

The Power in Culture study examined campus climate and sense of belonging for Indigenous students in higher education. Conducted by the National Native Scholarship Providers, this research highlights how culture, identity, and representation shape Native students’ experiences on campus and their opportunities to succeed.

Findings from the study are shared through an executive summary and research brief to guide institutions in creating more supportive and inclusive learning environments for Native students.

Culturally Grounded Assessment Practices at Tribal Colleges and Universities

This report presents the findings from a landscape analysis looking at how TCUs have integrated culturally grounded practices in their assessment work. Relying on previously published literature, strategic documents shared on TCU websites, and first-hand interviews with TCU staff about their college’s current culturally grounded assessment practices (CAPs), a model identifying actions that TCUs take when engaging in CAPs work, along with the characteristics that accompany this work, was created. By sharing this report, we aim to highlight the potential for TCUs to leverage assessment to actualize and drive their cultural missions.

Report on Native Higher Education Success Strategies

The American Indian College Fund held a joint convening with the Brookings Institute and the Institute of Higher Education Policy to examine the status of Native higher education policy and create a proactive, strategic approach to increase policy engagement for Native students and their allies. This report highlights the findings and recommendations of the convening and lays the groundwork for further activities.