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Technology Helps Youngsters With Native Language

April 10, 2012 – 9:41 pm

You don’t have to wait until you are attending a tribal college to learn a Native language. There are now applications for mobile phones for learning Lakota and Navajo from tinkR; Labs. Navajo Toddler was released last year, and teaches children the words for animals, colors, and phrases. This year the company is preparing to [...]

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Native students CAN fight diabetes

April 4, 2012 – 3:42 pm

Many Native students are entering health care fields to stem the tide of diabetes that is engulfing Indian Country. However, you don’t have to give in to the thought that diabetes is inevitable just because you are Native. Sure, it’s important for Indian Country to have trained health care workers to treat those who already [...]

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Native Students Honored at AIHEC Conference

March 28, 2012 – 4:56 pm

Over the weekend the American Indian College Fund held two events at the AIHEC Student Conference. On Saturday night the 33 American Indian College Fund Students of the Year (SOY) were recognized. Also honored was Dr. Verna Fowler (President of College of Menominee Nation) as the TCU President of the Year. Almost all of the [...]

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Stop by American Indian College Fund Booth at AIHEC

March 23, 2012 – 2:57 pm

If you are a student attending the AIHEC conference in South Dakota, be sure to stop by the American Indian College Fund’s booth to learn about how to apply for scholarships. American Indian College Fund staffer Jaime Aguilar will also be on hand to gather stories about your experiences during your studies and your photos. [...]

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Kony 2012 Video Underscores Charities’ Need for Accountability to Donors and Communities

March 12, 2012 – 10:45 pm

The Kony 2012 video, created by the nonprofit fundraising group Invisible Children, has touched a nerve with millions of people around the globe. The video proves that fundraising has entered the era of social media. But as with any other form of fundraising, non-profit organizations need to be vigilant about maintaining their credibility and trusted [...]

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We Honor Our Native Women Leaders: International Women’s Day

March 8, 2012 – 10:50 pm

Did you know that 16 of our 33 accredited tribal college presidents are women? These warriors are on the front lines in Indian Country, helping to provide hope, guidance, and inspiration to our young people in their fight against poverty and they honor us every day with their sacred work. We’d like to introduce you [...]

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Like the American Indian College Fund on Facebook and Help A Student

March 6, 2012 – 10:20 pm

One click of the mouse helps our students! Through the generous support of our partner, USA Funds, the American Indian College Fund will receive $5 for every new person that likes our Facebook page. Thank you for liking and helping American Indian students go to college! Like us today!

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Interested in a NASA Internship?

February 20, 2012 – 5:35 pm

Outstanding American Indian students who are majoring in a science, technology, engineering, or math field with at least a 3.0 GPA are eligible for NASA MUST (Motivating Students in Science and Technology) scholarships that cover half of their tuition up to $10,000. As part of the program, students also participate in a 10-week summer internship [...]

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The Making of Our Ad Campaign–See the Video

February 15, 2012 – 5:17 pm

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to create a national advertising campaign? Wieden+Kennedy filmed a behind-the-scenes video to show you how it’s done. The video includes interviews with legendary director and video producer Joe Pytka, film photographer Anne Menke, Wieden+Kennedy founders Dan Wieden and David Kennedy, American Indian College Fund president and [...]

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American Indian College Fund Director, Joe Pytka, Receives One Club Honor

February 7, 2012 – 6:28 am

Contrary to the above headline, advertising legend Joe Pytka is most known for the hundreds of commercials he’s directed for the world’s largest brands including Nike, Pepsi, McDonalds, and the NFL. Pytka also directed iconic music videos such as Michael Jackson’s “The Way You Make Me Feel ” that had a profound impact on all [...]