2018-19 Native American Mailer

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NATIVE AMERICAN STUDENT CENTER 875 Perimeter Drive MS 3030 Moscow, ID 83844-3030

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At the University of Idaho, you belong to a Native American community of students, faculty, staff and alumni. Bound together by our shared indigenous values and traditions, this close-knit community is your extended family that helps you grow with new knowledge and experiences — while keeping you firmly grounded in your tribal identity and cultural heritage.

Native American Student Center (NASC) NASC is the heart of Native student life, with tribal networking and social events, leadership and professional development programs, peer mentoring and cultural activities. You’ll connect with mentors, friends, staff and faculty who will help you adjust and make the most of your college experience.

Take advantage of: n Academic and college transition support n Financial aid and resource support n Leadership and professional development programs n Tribal networking n Peer mentoring n Cultural enrichment

Native American Heritage Month For assistance, contact:

Celebrate tradition with educational programs, music, art and other cultural activities throughout the month of November.

Vandal Nation Singers Participate in weekly drum practice or attend a performance by this all Native American student drum group.

Tutxinmepu Powwow Join our Native American students in a celebration of culture in the Kibbie Dome. The studentfacilitated Tutxinmepu Powwow has happened annually for 20 years and gathers dancers, drummers and visitors the first weekend of April.

Leanna Dann ’16 MATHEMATICS, INTERNATIONAL STUDIES

TE-MOAK TRIBE OF WESTERN SHOSHONE OWYHEE, NEVADA

With the help of U of I’s Helping Orient Indian Students and Teachers into STEM program (HOIST), Leanna's transition to college was a success. Now, as program coordinator for the University of Idaho’s Office of Equity and Diversity as well as the Office of Tribal Relations, Leanna is helping build strong relationships between U of I and indigenous communities.

“Take chances and be open to change,” she tells students. “The journey is worth the effort!"

Sydel Samuels

Director, Native American Student Center 208-885-2332 ssamuels@uidaho.edu

Native American Student Center 208-885-4237 natives@uidaho.edu uidaho.edu/nativeamericanstudents

Contact us for:

n Native American Student Center details n General University of Idaho information n Admissions information and assistance n Financial aid information n Resources on campus for Native American students

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Pushing himself is nothing new to Jordan Thompson. He spent a lifetime exploring the far reaches of Arizona’s Painted Desert. He was a lockdown high school basketball defender. And he excelled in the classroom as a top-15 student.

Jordan Thompson ’20 CIVIL ENGINEERING

TUBA CITY, ARIZONA

YOUR VANDAL FAMILY

So it was no surprise when Jordan chose the University of Idaho for his next big adventure. Offering all the resources of a world-class research university, U of I's location in Moscow meant he could live in a classic college town surrounded by some of North America’s most celebrated outdoor recreation opportunities. It also didn’t hurt that his brother loved his time here as a biology and agricultural engineering student.

Today, with several Native American and Navajo Nation tribal scholarships in hand, Jordon immerses himself in U of I’s civil engineering program. As he says, “The bar is set high. But if my brother could do it, so can I.” He also likes how students from all over the globe find community here. Jordan discovered connections while studying with his engineering peers and spending downtime in U of I’s Native American Student Center.

Ready and energized to do amazing things for himself and the world, Jordan is BREAKING THROUGH to a future of great things. And you will too.

Academic Programs Helping Orient Indian Students and Teachers (HOIST) Summer Program Discover U of I at the HOIST Summer Program, a six-week college preparatory program held during summer session at U of I. The program is for Native American high school students that have demonstrated potential STEM fields.

American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) Are you majoring in science, technology, engineering or math? AISES will help you explore your career path and connect with other students and professionals nationwide.

Plus, you’ll have special access to scholarships, internships, national conferences and networking opportunities.

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Executive Director of Tribal Relations and Chief Diversity Officer 208-885-2468 tribal-relations@uidaho.edu

As an alumna of the University of Idaho and a member of the Nez Perce Tribe, I am proud to call University of Idaho my alma mater. U of I continues to recognize and strengthen unique relationships with the tribal communities to expand educational services that are inclusive of indigenous knowledges that enrich not only our Native student populations, but the overall university and surrounding communities.

A Rich History Built in 1889 on ceded territory of the Nimíipuu (Nez Perce), the University of Idaho has deeprooted ties to the Native people of our region.

With a special relationship established by a Memorandum of Understanding of Intertribal Collaboration with 11 regional tribes, U of I seeks to strengthen the function and services provided to Native American students, the signatory tribes and other Native communities across the United States.

Coeur d’Alene Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Kalispel Kootenai Nez Perce Shoshone-Bannock Shoshone-Paiute Spokane Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation

in scholarship awards annually, more than any other Idaho public institution.

Native American Student Association (NASA) Through the NASA student club, you’ll get involved in social activities and campus-wide events focused on preserving cultural heritage and identity among Native American students.

Indigenous Nations Scholars Training for Excellence Program (INSTEP) INSTEP is an effective student retention and tribal leadership program, implemented by the Native American Student Center. Through INSTEP, you’ll go beyond your degree program by incorporating your cultural knowledge and skills into your U of I experience as you prepare for leadership in your tribal community.

FUNDING YOUR EDUCATION Diversity Scholarships

Cost to Attend 2018-19

Yolanda Bisbee, Ed.D.

MOU Tribes*

U of I offers

Idaho Residents Full-time Student Fees/Tuition

$7,864

Housing and Meals

$8,880

Books and Supplies (estimated)

$1,236

Direct Costs

$17,980

Scholarship opportunities for Native American students are available through the University of Idaho and through additional sources outside of the university. Submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and application for admission to be automatically considered for a variety of diversity scholarships. No separate application is required for these awards.

Tribal Excellence Scholarship Program Receive in-state tuition rate!

The Tribal Excellence Scholarship Program is open to undergraduates that are not residents of Idaho. The award waives out-of-state tuition for full-time students who are enrolled as a member of the tribes with whom U of I has a Memorandum of Understanding* (MOU) or who are transferring from an accredited tribal college or university** and is renewable as long as students meet requirements.

Students interested in this scholarship should 1) indicate their enrolled tribe on the U of I application and 2) submit a tribal enrollment card to the Native American Student Center. Qualified students will have an out-of-state tuition waiver award submitted to Student Financial Aid Services.

Tribal Colleges** Aaniiih Nakoda College (Formerly Fort Belknap College) Bay Mills Community College Blackfeet Community College Cankdeska Cikana Community College (Formerly Little Hoop Community College) Chief Dull Knife College College of Menominee Nation College of the Muscogee Nation Comanche Nation College Diné College Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Fort Berthold Community College Fort Peck Community College Haskell Indian Nations University Ilisagvik College Institute of American Indian Arts Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College Leech Lake Tribal College Little Big Horn College Little Priest Tribal College Navajo Technical College (Formerly Crown Point Institute of Technology) Nebraska Indian Community College Northwest Indian College Oglala Lakota College Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College Salish Kootenai College Sinte Gleska University Sisseton Wahpeton College Sitting Bull College Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute Stone Child College Tohono O’Odham Community College Turtle Mountain Community College – Other tribal community colleges may also qualify.