Field Notes
What Omicron Means for Indigenous Communities
Omicron is the newest virus to endanger indigenous communities, but it will not be the last, argues Dr. Shazia Tabassum Hakim, a professor of microbiology and biomedical sciences at Diné College.
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Treated Without a Trial
Native Americans are almost entirely excluded from cancer clinical trials, according to research conducted by three Dine College students.
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Diné College Professor Receives Patent
Associate Professor Oleksandr Makeyev’s patent is probably the first awarded to a tribal college faculty member.
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New Beginnings on Ancestral Land
Inspired by South Dakota State University’s Wokini Initiative and supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture’s New Beginnings grant program, mainstream land-grant universities are pledging to do more for Native students.
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NSF-TCUP Releases New Program Solicitation
The National Science Foundation’s Tribal Colleges and Universities Program announced new funding for projects that strengthen cyberinfrastructure, build partnerships, and support professional development for K-12 STEM teachers.
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The Story of Education
Dr. Costello Brown worked to advance educational opportunity for minorities during his long tenure at the National Science Foundation. In a new memoir, he writes about his family’s experiences with slavery and the importance of education in his own life.
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Cal State Water Conference Features Tribal College
Aaniiih Nakoda College’s Water Center was highlighted at the California State University’s 12th Annual Water Resources and Policy Initiatives Conference. Leaders from both institutions are looking to forge a partnership.
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Leading the Way
Out of necessity, tribes became leaders in the battle against Covid-19. A recent conference, hosted by Dine College, investigated what the nation can learn from their work.
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In Memory of Dr. Todd Radenbaugh
The best way to honor his legacy is to strengthen the sustainability of our communities. He dedicated his life to it.
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Safety First
Settling in for the long haul, tribal colleges are rearranging academic calendars, loaning laptops, installing Plexiglas, offering tuition discounts, and hosting virtual social events as Covid-19 maintains its grip on reservations nationwide.
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