Field Notes

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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Building Connections

Most tribal college IT departments are understaffed and rely on outdated equipment. However, there are cost effective ways to overcome cyberinfrastructure limitations, according to a recently completed study.

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STEM Educators Discuss NSF Grant Opportunities

In a virtual meeting of TCUP-funded institutions, NSF announces extended deadlines for proposals and offers advice for proposal writing and grant management.

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Speak Truth, Teach Compassion, Build Communities

With the nation at a crossroads, the larger purpose of higher education must be remembered and restored. Tribal colleges can help lead the way.

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Printing Protection

Two tribal colleges are using their 3D printers to manufacture protective face masks for local health workers.

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Coronavirus Updates

The latest news related to COVID-19 responses at tribal colleges and within Native communities: Colleges celebrate graduations online; number of cases on Navajo Nation exceed 6,000; colleges maintain online instruction though summer [Updated June 9]

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Tribal Colleges Prepare for the Coronavirus

Multiple colleges are now restricting travel. Northwest Indian College closed for a day of staff training. Conferences are canceled as concern grows. [Story updated March 13]

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Building Pathways to STEM

On the journey from college to career, Native students need “support, support, support,” argues a new report released by the University of Hawaii.

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Ready for Work

Tribal colleges prepare students for STEM jobs that strengthen Native nations, argues a new video produced by the National Science Foundation

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Tribal Colleges and the Meaning of Education

Working in traumatized communities, tribal colleges and their STEM faculty do more than educate students; they also help build stronger nations.

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NIFA Director Calls Tribal Colleges ‘High Priority’

J. Scott Angle, director of the USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture, says programs that support tribal colleges will be a top priority, despite the agency’s recent move and reduced staff.

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Native Science Report

Trends in STEM Research and Teaching at Tribal and Native-Serving Colleges

Field Notes

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.

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.

Building Connections

Most tribal college IT departments are understaffed and rely on outdated equipment. However, there are cost effective ways to overcome cyberinfrastructure limitations, according to a recently completed study.

STEM Educators Discuss NSF Grant Opportunities

In a virtual meeting of TCUP-funded institutions, NSF announces extended deadlines for proposals and offers advice for proposal writing and grant management.

Speak Truth, Teach Compassion, Build Communities

With the nation at a crossroads, the larger purpose of higher education must be remembered and restored. Tribal colleges can help lead the way.

Printing Protection

Two tribal colleges are using their 3D printers to manufacture protective face masks for local health workers.

Coronavirus Updates

The latest news related to COVID-19 responses at tribal colleges and within Native communities: Colleges celebrate graduations online; number of cases on Navajo Nation exceed 6,000; colleges maintain online instruction though summer [Updated June 9]

Tribal Colleges Prepare for the Coronavirus

Multiple colleges are now restricting travel. Northwest Indian College closed for a day of staff training. Conferences are canceled as concern grows. [Story updated March 13]

Building Pathways to STEM

On the journey from college to career, Native students need “support, support, support,” argues a new report released by the University of Hawaii.

Ready for Work

Tribal colleges prepare students for STEM jobs that strengthen Native nations, argues a new video produced by the National Science Foundation

Tribal Colleges and the Meaning of Education

Working in traumatized communities, tribal colleges and their STEM faculty do more than educate students; they also help build stronger nations.

NIFA Director Calls Tribal Colleges ‘High Priority’

J. Scott Angle, director of the USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture, says programs that support tribal colleges will be a top priority, despite the agency’s recent move and reduced staff.