Thank you to our AISES Travel Scholarship Winner Meaka!

The AISES national conference was another great success and this photo is us celebrating at the closing powwow.

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AISES “Elevated” Denver at the 35th Annual National Conference!

 CEO Message: 

from Sarah EchoHawk, CEO

Held in Denver from October 31 – November 2, 2013, over 1, 500 attendees participated in the 35th AISES Annual Conference. Activities included over 50 educational sessions; the largest career fair in Indian Country; Professional, Student and Chapter Awards; Sequoyah Breakfast; Gemstone Sponsor Reception; Traditional Banquet and Pow Wow and more.  Many sponsor teams, volunteers, Founders, Board members and staff spent hours ensuring the future of  our people in STEM.  Thank you for a fabulous conference and I look forward to seeing you at the Leadership Summit in March 2014!
Ta’Tura Tsiksu (With Much Respect),
Sarah EchoHawk Signature

Sarah EchoHawk

Chief Executive Officer

College Funding and Grants

  • Davidson (STEM and more) Fellows Scholarship ($10,000 to $50,000 Awards)
Deadline: February 12, 2014
 
The Davidson Fellows Scholarship awards:
$50,000
$25,000 and
$10,000 scholarships
to extraordinary young people, 18 and under, who have completed a significant piece of work. 
 
Application categories are:
Science,
Technology,
Engineering,
Mathematics,
Literature,
Music,
Philosophy and Outside the Box.
 
Davidson Fellows are honored every year in Washington, D.C. with Congressional meetings and a special reception.
 
To be eligible for consideration as a Davidson Fellow, applicants must:
 
Be 18 or younger as of Oct. 1, 2014.
 
Be a U.S. citizen residing in the United States, or a Permanent Resident of the United States residing in the United States, or be stationed overseas due to active U. S. military duty.
 
There is no minimum age for eligibility.
 
The Davidson Institute is looking for students whose projects are at, or close to, the college graduate level with a depth of knowledge in their particular area of study. This scholarship is not geared toward students at the novice level.
 
  • Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship Program – Now Accepting Applications for Summer 2014!
     
    The Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship (MLEF) Program, sponsored by the Office of Fossil Energy (FE), U.S. Department of Energy, is now accepting applications for a10-week summer internship.  MLEF’s mission is to improve opportunities for women and minority students majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines, but all eligible candidates are encouraged to apply. The program allows students to apply their academic achievements to actual research while gaining hands-on experience.
     
    Selected MLEF Fellows will receive a bi-weekly stipend, approved travel costs to/from their host site and will attend a Technical Forum to present their project at the end of the internship.
     
    Eligibility
     
    To qualify for the program, students must:
     
    ·         Be at least 18 years of age
     
    ·         Be a U.S. Citizen
     
    ·         Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
     
    ·         Be currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university (sophomore year or higher)
     
    For more information or to complete an application, visit http://orise.orau.gov/mlef.  Application period closes January 15, 2014.

 

  • The Department of Energy (DOE) Scholars Program is now accepting applications for Summer 2014.
     
    Visit http://orise.orau.gov/doescholars for more information or to apply – deadline is January 12, 2014! 
     
    The DOE Scholars Program offers unique opportunities that introduce students or post-graduates to the agency’s mission and operations. Participants in the DOE Scholars Program gain a competitive edge as they apply their education, talent and skills in a variety of scientific research settings within the DOE complex. Appointments are available in a variety of disciplines at participating DOE facilities nationwide.
    Being selected as a DOE Scholar offers the following benefits:
     
    Career possibilities with the nation’s leading sponsor for scientific research
    Opportunities to learn from top scientists and subject matter experts
    Stipends of up to $650 per week (depending on academic status)
    Travel arrangements to and from appointment site
    Applicants must be US Citizens and undergraduates, graduates or post-graduates of an accredited college or university.  The program is open to majors in: Engineering; Physical Sciences; Environmental Sciences; Computer Science and Information Technology; Physics; Business; Policy; Program Management; Mathematics; Statistics; Safety and Health; Accounting and Finance; Law; Communications; and other related areas.
    Want to learn more about the DOE Scholars program? E-mail [email protected] or visit http://orise.orau.gov/doescholars.

 

  • Summer ORISE Fellowship Opportunity at CDC
 
Introduction
 
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Center for Environmental Health (NCEH), Division of Laboratory Sciences (DLS), is seeking Summer ORISE Fellows to focus on public health issues related to the environment.  Candidates will join projects associated with developing and applying new methods to characterize and quantitate biochemical markers that are relevant in environmental exposures and chronic diseases.  The fellowship carries a stipend of approximately $2,700 per month for full-time undergraduate student fellows and $3,300 for full-time graduate student fellows.
 
Qualifications
 
Current undergraduate and graduate students majoring in chemistry or biology and who have completed or expect to complete three years of coursework in chemistry or biology before the start of the fellowship may apply.  They must also be able to comply with safety and security requirements before or upon reporting to CDC.
 
Application Process
 
The appointment is through the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education.  The application is available at: http://orise.orau.gov/cdc
 
To be considered, please send all application materials, including the application, a current resume, official transcript, and two letters of recommendation, to [email protected] by January 17, 2014. Please reference CDC-NCEH-2014-0004 LS in all communications.
 
For further information contact
 
Daniel Parker at (770) 488-7854 or [email protected].
 
Deadline: Rolling
Are you working to start a community action project or program with your friends? Do you need money to put your ideas into action? A $500 Do Something Seed Grant is given out every week to help young people just like YOU! These grants can be used towards project ideas and programs that are just getting started, or to jump-start your program and realize your ideas for the first time. These grants can also be used towards projects that are already developed and sustainable, towards the next steps of your project and organization to help you as you look to expand your project and grow your impact. http://bit.ly/PQYfTr 
  • World We Want Foundation Grants
Deadline: Rolling
The World We Want Foundation promotes and supports Young Global Citizens making positive social change in their communities and around the world. They work with and through Partner Organizations and Mentors youth applicants provide; help young people design and conduct meaningful Social Action Projects and acquire substantive knowledge and 21st-century skills while creating social value; provide micro-grants to support their Projects; provide an online funding platform to encourage and allow others to help fund their Projects; and provide an online Showcase to share their Stories of Social Impact with the world. http://bit.ly/11IE94t 
  • MADD Power of You(th) Video Contest  NEW!
Deadline: December 20
Enter MADD’s Power of You(th) Video Contest by answering the question, “If You Don’t Drink Alcohol Today, What Could Your Tomorrow Be?” with a 15-second Instagram video. The contest winner and the school with the most submissions will EACH win $1,500! Entrants must be U.S. citizens between the ages of 13 and 18. http://bit.ly/Ag2znC 
  • Stephen J. Brady STOP Hunger Scholarship
Deadline: December 5
Sodexo Foundation is excepting applications for its Stephen J. Brady STOP Hunger Scholarship program October 5 – December 5, 2013. Through scholarship awards, Sodexo Foundation recognizes and rewards students, ages 5-25, who are driving awareness and mobilizing youth to be catalysts for innovative models and solutions to eliminate hunger across the country. The scholarship recipients each receive $5,000 for their education as well as a $5,000 grant for the hunger-related charity of their choice. Learn more and apply at www.SodexoFoundation.org 
  • 2014 Best Intergenerational Communities Awards
Deadline Extended: December 6
MetLife Foundation and Generations United are searching the nation for communities that place immense value on intergenerational connections and quality of life for all.  If your community fits that description, apply for the third annual Best Intergenerational Communities Awards program.http://bit.ly/GNZpfz 
  • Daily Point of Light Award
Deadline: Rolling
The power of the individual to spark change and improve the world – that’s what the Daily Point of Light Award celebrates. Nominate a local hero for a Daily Point of Light Award. Winners get formally recognized by Points of Light, a media advisory sent to their community, a certificate signed by President George H. W. Bush – and a bit of the world’s spotlight. http://bit.ly/15XKMSl 
  • 2014 C-SPAN StudentCam Competition   NEW!
Deadline: January 20
StudentCam is an annual national video documentary competition that encourages students to think critically about issues that affect our communities and our nation, sponsored by C-SPAN. StudentCam’s theme for 2014 is:  ”A Message to the U.S. Congress: What’s the most important issue the U.S. Congress should consider in 2014?” Maximum award: $5,000, plus $750 to spend on digital video equipment for his/her school. Eligibility: students grades 6-12, individually or in teams. http://cs.pn/wo6O3b 
  • Starbucks Youth Action Grants
Deadline: December 15
The Starbucks Foundation is interested in supporting organizations that equip young people ages 15 to 24 years old – especially those not engaged in employment, education, or training – in business savvy, social conscience, and collaborative communication. They will consider grants between $10,000 and $30,000. http://bit.ly/1bKhGIz
  • GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARS PROGRAM 2014
The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS) Program selects 1,000 talented students, each year, to receive a good-through-graduation scholarship for use at any college or university of their choice. Gates Millennium Scholars are provided with personal and professional development, through leadership programs, along with academic support throughout their college career.
 
The GMS Program, funded by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, was established in 1999, to provide outstanding African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education, in any discipline area of interest.
 
The American Indian Graduate Center Scholars (AIGCS) is the American Indian/Alaska Native partner for the GMS scholarship.
 
For more information and to complete an on-line application, click here. The deadline is Wednesday, January 15, 2014, 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).
 
  • AIGC Scholarship Applications Now Available Online!  
  
American Indian Graduate Center (AIGC) applications are now available online for the 2014 – 2015 academic year. 
 
Attention High School Seniors!
The All Native American High School Academic Team nomination and application deadline is April 4, 2014.
Attention College Juniors and Seniors!
The Wells Fargo American Indian scholarship application deadline is April 25, 2014.
Attention Graduate Students!
The Wells Fargo American Indian scholarship application deadline is April 25, 2014.
The AIGC Fellowship application deadline is June 1, 2014.
The Loan for Service application deadline is June 1, 2014.
All application materials must be submitted through the AIGC Online Application System (OAS) – visit the AIGC website at aigcs.org. To enter the Online Application System, click the APPLY NOW button, found in various places on the AIGC website. Full online application instructions may be viewed here.
 
Email all inquiries to: [email protected].  
  • Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi Foundation for Policy Research
The Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi Foundation for Policy Research is pleased to accept proposals from visiting scholars to conduct field research in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. Doctoral and faculty scholars from a wide range of disciplines and professional fields are invited to apply, and proposals should address issues related to the Foundation’s research priority areas:
  • Education
  • Public Health (social dimensions)
  • Urban & Community Development

The next deadline for Doctoral, Faculty, and Seed Grant submissions is March 1, 2014. Eligibility criteria and grant inclusions vary based on the specific program. In addition, the Al Qasimi Foundation has a limited number of internships annually available for students in undergraduate and master’s programs.

Please share these opportunities with interested faculty and students in your program or colleagues in your professional field. Additional details can be found on the attached flyer or by visiting the Al Qasimi Foundation’s website. Specific inquiries can also be sent to [email protected].

 

 

  • Boren Scholarships and Fellowships

The applications for the 2014-2015 David L. Boren Scholarships and Fellowships are now available at www.borenawards.org. Boren Awards provide unique funding opportunities for U.S. undergraduate and graduate students to study in Africa, Asia, Central & Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East, where they can add important international and language components to their educations.

Boren Scholars and Fellows represent a variety of academic backgrounds, but all are interested in studying less commonly taught languages, including but not limited to Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, and Swahili. As part of the African Languages Initiative, Boren Award applicants have the opportunity to further their study of Akan/Twi, French, Hausa, Portuguese, Swahili, Wolof, Yoruba, or Zulu. For a complete list of languages, visit our website.

Undergraduate students can receive up to $20,000 for an academic year’s study abroad and graduate students up to $30,000 for language study and international research. In exchange for funding, recipients commit to working in the federal government for a minimum of one year.

National Application Deadlines

Boren Fellowship: January 28, 2014

Boren Scholarship: February 5, 2014*

*Many institutions have an earlier on-campus deadline. Visit our website for information about your campus deadline and Boren campus representative.

For more information about the Boren Awards, to register for one of our upcoming webinars, and to access the on-line application, please visit www.borenawards.org. You can also contact the Boren Awards staff at [email protected] or 1-800-618-NSEP with questions.

The Boren Awards are initiatives of the National Security Education Program (NSEP) and are administered by the Institute of International Education.

 

  • U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) 2014 HS-STEM Summer Internships
Application deadline: January 6, 2014
 
Undergraduate students receive a $5,000 stipend plus travel expenses.
 
10-week research experiences are offered at: Argonne, Idaho, Berkeley, Livermore, Oak Ridge, Pacific Northwest, and Sandia National Laboratories; as well as at Homeland Security Studies and Analysis Institute, National Institute of Standards and Technology, Coast Guard Research and Development Center, Customs and Borders Protection Laboratories and Scientific Services, Naval Research Laboratory, Engineer Research and Development Center, National Security Technologies Remote Sensing Laboratory, Transportation Security Laboratory, and more… 
 
Areas of research: Engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biological / life sciences, environmental science, emergency and incident management,social sciences, and more.  
  
U.S. citizenship required
 
Detailed information about the internships can be found at: http://www.orau.gov/dhseducation/internships/
 
Please share this information with students and colleagues at your academic institution/organization.
 
DHS has partnered with the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) to manage the program. For questions please email us at[email protected].
  • Udall Foundation’s Native American Congressional Internship Program
The Udall Foundation is currently recruiting Native American and Alaska Native students to apply to our Internship program.
Please feel free to forward the message to students and faculty and any relevant listservs.
 
This ten-week summer internship in Washington, DC, for Native American and Alaska Native students who wish to learn more about the federal government and issues affecting Indian country.
 
The internship is fully funded: the Foundation provides:
*         Round-trip airfare;
*         Housing;
*         Per-diem for food and incidentals;
*         An educational stipend at the close of the program.
 
Interns work in congressional and agency offices where they have opportunities to research legislative issues important to tribal communities, network with key public officials and tribal advocacy groups, experience an insider’s view of the federal government, and enhance their understanding of nation-building and tribal self-governance.
 
The 2014 application is available at www.udall.gov<http://www.udall.gov/>. The complete application package must be postmarked by January 31, 2014, at the Udall Foundation.
 
Additional Resources:
 
If you have any questions additional questions, please contact me directly at 520-901-8561 or at [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>.
Best,
 
Teresa Bravo I Program Manager
Native American Congressional Internship Program The Morris K. Udall & Stewart L. Udall Foundation
  • SMART
The Science, Mathematics And Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship for Service Program is an opportunity for students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines to receive a full scholarship and be gainfully employed upon degree completion.
 
  • DOE
The Office of Science / Office of Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists (WDTS) is pleased to announce that it is accepting applications to its 2014 Summer Term internship/fellowship opportunities at Department of Energy (DOE) Laboratories. These competitive, paid internships, are for 10 weeks during the Summer Term (May to August timeframe), and include support for travel and housing.
 
The three programs accepting applications are:
 
·         Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internship (SULI),
 
·         Community College Internships (CCI); and
 
·         Visiting Faculty Program (VFP).
 
Applications for these three programs must be completed and submitted online by 5:00 PM ET on January 10, 2014 (including all required application materials and recommendations).
 
·         The Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internship (SULI) program encourages undergraduate students to pursue science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers by providing research experiences, under the guidance of laboratory staff scientists or engineers, on projects supporting the DOE mission.  Paid internships, including a weekly stipend and support for travel and housing, are for 10 weeks during the Summer Term (May to August timeframe).  More information about SULI and access to the online application can be found athttp://science.energy.gov/wdts/suli/
·         The Community College Internship (CCI) program encourages community college students to enter technical careers relevant to the DOE mission by providing technical training experiences at the DOE Labs.  Students work on technologies or instrumentation projects or major research facilities related to ongoing R&D programs. Paid internships, including a weekly stipend and support for travel and housing, are for 10 weeks during the Summer Term (May to August timeframe). More information about CCI and access to the online application can be found athttp://science.energy.gov/wdts/cci/.
 
·         The Visiting Faculty Program (VFP) seeks to increase the research competitiveness of faculty members and their students at institutions historically underrepresented in the research community in order to expand the workforce vital to the DOE mission areas.  In this program, selected university/college faculty members collaborate with DOE laboratory research staff on a research project of mutual interest. Faculty member participants may invite up to two students (one of which may be a graduate student) to participate in the research project. Applicants establish their collaborations with laboratory research staff in advance of applying and must submit a co-developed research proposal as part of the application. Students apply separately at the invitation of the faculty member. Paid internships, including a weekly stipend and support for travel and housing, are for 10 weeks during the Summer Term (May to August timeframe). More information about the VFP and access to the online application can be found at http://science.energy.gov/wdts/vfp/.
 
The SULI, CCI and VFP programs are sponsored and managed by the DOE Office of Science’s, Office of Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists (WDTS) in collaboration with the DOE laboratories. The Department of Energy’s Office of Science is the single largest supporter of basic research in the physical sciences in the United States, and is working to address some of the most pressing challenges of our time.
 
Please forward this information to potential participants, as well as faculty or principal investigators who can share this information with potential students or faculty participants. 
 
Thanks very much for your help.

AISES – LAKE ERIE PROFESSIONAL CHAPTER HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLAR PROGRAM

AISES – LEPC invites high school juniors, seniors, or recent high school graduates (within one year of graduation) to apply to the AISES – Lake Erie Professional Chapter High School Scholar Program. This program was implemented in 2010 to support Native American high school juniors and seniors with interests in the STEM field from the AISES-Lake Erie Professional Chapter region. One student will be selected to participate in a fully funded trip (airfare + lodging + meal allowance + registration) to the 2013 AISES National Conference in Denver, Colorado on October 31st to November 2nd, 2013.

Application is available for download: aises_hs_application_final2013

About the GEM Fellowship Program

GEM’s fellowship programs span the entire recruitment, retention, and professional development spectrum. GEM’s principal activity is the provision of graduate fellowships at the MS and Ph.D. levels coupled with paid summer internships. GEM also offers programming on the importance of graduate school and tools for access and successful matriculation.  Additionally, GEM produces publications for graduate and undergraduate students, university and industry administrators to assist in the education process of how to obtain a graduate STEM education. GEM is devoted to increasing access and success in engineering and science graduate education and practice.
GEM’s program activities go beyond financial support by engendering student success in academic and professional environments. GEM has a solid success record in implementing effective programs to increase the recruitment, retention, and graduation of minority students.
GEM provides three Fellowship Programs. The application cycle for these three programs are July 1 – November 15:
MS Engineering Fellowship Program
The objective of this program is to promote the benefits of a masters degree within industry.  GEM Fellows are provided practical engineering summer work experiences through an employer sponsor and a portable academic year fellowship of tuition, fees, and a stipend which may be used at any participating GEM Member University where the GEM Fellow is admitted. The following financial package is for GEM Fellowships beginning Fall 2013 or later (i.e., not retroactive for GEM Fellows who began their GEM Fellowship before Fall 2013):
GEM MS Engineering Fellows receive*:
$4,000 living stipend per full-time semester up to 4 semesters ($8K per academic year – 3 quarters)
up to two paid summer internships with a GEM Employer Member
full tuition and fees provided by a GEM University Member
*The GEM Member University will provide a financial contract at the time the GEM Fellowship is confirmed per this recommended distribution of the GEM Employer contribution.
Ph.D. Engineering Fellowship
The objective of this program is to offer doctoral fellowships to underrepresented minority students who have either completed, are currently enrolled in a master’s in engineering program, or received admittance into a PhD program directly from a bachelor’s degree program. Fellowships may be used at any participating GEM Member University where the GEM Fellow is admitted.
During the first academic year of being awarded the GEM Fellowship, the GEM Consortium remits a stipend and a cost of instruction grant to the institution where the fellow is enrolled. Thereafter, up to the fifth year of the doctoral program, the total fellowship cost is borne by the GEM University. Fellows are provided a practical summer work experience through the Employer Member for at least one summer.
Ph.D. Science Fellowship
The goal of this program is to increase the number of minority students who pursue doctoral degrees in the natural science disciplines — chemistry, physics, earth sciences, mathematics, biological sciences, and computer science. Applicants to this program are accepted as early as their senior undergraduate year, as well as candidates currently enrolled in a Master’s of Engineering program and working professionals. Fellowships offered through this program are portable and may be used at any participating GEM Member University where the GEM Fellow is admitted.
During the first academic year of being awarded the GEM Fellowship, the GEM Consortium remits a stipend and a cost of instruction grant to the institution where the fellow is enrolled. Thereafter, up to the fifth year of the doctoral program, the total fellowship cost is borne by the GEM University. Fellows are provided a practical summer work experience through the Employer Member for at least one summer.
Ph.D. Engineering/Science Fellows receive*:
$16,000 stipend in the first academic year of the GEM Fellowship
GEM Member University provides a living stipend up to the 5th year of PhD program, equivalent to other funded doctorate students in the department
a minimum of one paid summer internship with a GEM Employer Member
full tuition and fees at a GEM University Member
*The GEM Member University will provide a financial contract at the time the GEM Fellowship is confirmed per this recommended distribution of the GEM Employer contribution.
Helpful Resources
Eligibility Requirements
Eligible Disciplines
Current GEM Employers
Current GEM Universities
University Graduate School Rankings
according to US News & World Report
Apply On-Line

Dartmouth Bound: Native American Community | October 13 – 16, 2013

The Native American Fly-In Program is an opportunity for some of the most promising and talented students in the country, who have a particular interest in Native community and/or Native American Studies, to experience Dartmouth. Participants are selected on the basis of academic achievement and scholarship, personal character and accomplishment, potential for future excellence and leadership.
Once on campus, students will visit classes, meet current undergraduates, interact with faculty and administrators, engage our Native community, attend workshops on the admissions and financial aid process, and increase their familiarity with Dartmouth’s resources and the many opportunities for personal enrichment.
Native American Fly-In 2013
Dartmouth Native American Fly-In Application
Dartmouth Native American Fly-In Recommendation Form
2013 Program Overview
Sunday
Arrival & Registration
Dinner with Dartmouth hosts and mentors
Monday
Welcome Breakfast
Campus Tours
Class Visits
Dartmouth Plan Showcase
Native Students’ Experiences Forum
Native Americans at Dartmouth Community Dinner
Tuesday
Breakfast & Admissions Case Studies Workshop
Thayer School of Engineering Information Session
The First-Year Experience
Financial Aid Workshop
Honoring Dinner
Wednesday
Departures
Program Highlights
Participants will be greeted by members of the admissions staff and their hosts and mentors, current Dartmouth students (some of whom are past Fly-In participants) who will offer their perspectives on Dartmouth and advice about navigating the college search and admissions process.
The Dartmouth Plan is our distinctive calendar system. The flexibility of our schedule allows students incredible opportunities to pursue internships, research, and off-campus study. Current students will provide you with the basics and share their experiences to help you understand the possibilities.
Tours include an orientation of the Dartmouth campus and facilities, as well as specific areas of interest, including the Thayer School of Engineering.
The Native Students’ Experience Forum is an opportunity for program participants to get an unedited view of life at the College from the perspective of Native students. A cross-section of students and leaders from the Native community will join us for an hour to answer questions and relate their own experiences at Dartmouth and beyond.  Program participants should come ready to discuss and ask about everything from academics to social life to extracurricular and cultural involvement.
The Native Americans at Dartmouth (NAD) Community Dinner, held at the Native American House, is an opportunity for the entire Native community (students, faculty and staff) to come together over a meal, introduce themselves, welcome prospective students, and informally share their experiences.
Admissions advising and case studies are a hallmark of our program. Our admissions officers will walk participants through our holistic, individualized review process and provide tips for completing college applications.  Participants will also have the chance to review real applicants to the College as part of a mock admissions committee exercise.
The First-Year Experience provides insight into the transition to College and an overview of some of the programs and resources available to our students.
Financial Aid makes the Dartmouth experience possible for all students, regardless of their family finances. Our financial aid officers will provide an overview of how financial aid works at Dartmouth and answer questions.
The closing dinner is a chance for participants, mentors, admissions staff, and faculty to gather and reflect on the program’s events and discussions. Check back for the announcement of the 2013 keynote speaker.
History of Dartmouth’s Commitment to Native Education
Dartmouth’s historical commitment to Indian education dates back to the very beginning of the College itself. In 1769, the Reverend Eleazar Wheelock and the Reverend Samson Occom, a Mohegan, founded Dartmouth College. On the event of the founding, Dartmouth’s charter directed that Dartmouth College exist, “for the education and instruction of youth of the Indian tribes in this land… English Youth, and any others.”
In 1970, John G. Kemeny, Dartmouth’s 13th president, pledged to redress the historical lack of opportunities for Native Americans in higher education during his inaugural address to the students, faculty, trustees and alumni. ‘The Recommitment,’ as it is often referred, not only held Dartmouth to a higher standard than its peers, but also established the Native American Program, laid the groundwork for the Native American Studies department, and directed the Admissions Office to begin actively recruiting Native students for the first time since the founding.
In the 40 years since President Kemeny’s historical address, Dartmouth’s commitment to Indian education has remained strong. In this brief time, over 700 Native Americans and Alaskan Natives representing over 200 different tribes have attended Dartmouth, more than at all other Ivy League institutions combined.  Native American Studies, an academic program open to all Dartmouth students, provides opportunities to explore historical experiences, cultural traditions and innovations, and political status of Indian peoples in the United States and Canada through interdisciplinary teaching and research.
Since its conception over 25 years ago, Dartmouth’s Native American Fly-in Program has brought hundreds of prospective students from all corners of the country to visit Hanover and see Dartmouth College first-hand.  We welcome students of all backgrounds with a demonstrated interest in Native community and/or Native American Studies to apply to the program.
Learn More
Native American Program at Dartmouth
Native American Studies Department

Affordable Care Act and American Indians and Alaska Natives

By Dr. Yvette Roubideaux, Acting Director, Indian Health Service
Posted August 22, 2013

I get questions all the time from American Indians and Alaska Natives (including my own relatives!) wondering why they should care about the Affordable Care Act since they already are eligible for the Indian Health Service (IHS). My response is that while the IHS is here to stay and will be available as their healthcare system, the Affordable Care Act brings new options for health coverage. It is another way that the federal government meets its responsibility to provide health care for American Indians and Alaska Natives.

The purpose of the Affordable Care Act is to increase access to quality health coverage for all Americans, including our First Americans. The benefits of the health care law for American Indians and Alaska Natives are significant whether they have insurance now, want to purchase affordable insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace or take advantage of the States expanding Medicaid starting in 2014. Indian elders will benefit from a stronger Medicare with more affordable prescriptions and free preventive services no matter what provider they see. And of course, we’re thrilled that the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (IHCIA), our authorizing legislation, was made permanent by the Affordable Care Act.

These new benefits mean potentially more services for individuals and the communities we serve. So we are encouraging every American Indian and Alaska Native to enroll in the Marketplaces starting October 1, 2013 to see what benefits are available to them.

To learn more about how the law is benefiting our community visit:http://www.hhs.gov/healthcare/facts/factsheets/2011/03/americanindianhealth03212011a.html

To learn more about the Health Insurance Marketplace visit HealthCare.gov.

 

http://www.hhs.gov/healthcare/facts/blog/2013/08/american-indian-alaska-native.html

Indian Country Today Article: Tribal Strength Through Economic Diversification

The potential impacts of Internet gaming legalization was a major topic at last month’s National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) convention. Another critical topic, not surprisingly, was economic diversification and Tribes’ ability to pursue and manage the process of planning for change.

Legalization of online gaming is gaining traction; a few states already have passed legislation allowing it. Should this trend continue, it has been estimated that Indian gaming revenues could take a hit of up to 25 percent. This would be disastrous for many Tribal communities whose economies are built upon gaming revenue as their sole economic pillar.

If there is a bright side to the potential challenges in the gaming industry, it is that many progressive, forward-thinking Tribal leaders have been planning for this day. As sovereign governments, Tribes must work to ensure a steady stream of revenues to fund services and provide for the well being of their communities and citizens for generations to come. Recognizing that there are potential declines in gaming returns, Tribes have prioritized economic diversification. Several tribes around the country have made disciplined steps to reach their future goals of having a diverse portfolio of economic initiatives to balance out their revenue opportunities for the future.

Read more athttp://indiancountrytodaymedianetwork.com/2013/04/18/tribal-strength-through-economic-diversification

Indian Country Today Article: Chrysler Demonstrates Commitment to Fostering Workplace Diversity

The editors ofWinds of Changemagazine, a quarterly production by the American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES), recently released their first list of “The Top 50 Best STEM Workplaces” that offer supportive and stimulating environments for diverse cultures—particularly American Indians and Alaska Natives.

“Our methodology was pretty straightforward,” Karen English,Winds of Changeeditor, told Indian Country today Media Network. “We surveyed companies we know recruit Native Americans. The main goal is to help our readers identify workplaces that appreciate their sophisticated STEM [science, technology, engineering and math] skills and unique sensibilities as Native Americans that they can contribute.”

Winds of Changestaff honed in on companies that recruit at multicultural events, foster a wider appreciation of different cultures, offer internships as a pipeline for recruiting diverse candidates, work with minority-owned vendors and suppliers, and engage in philanthropic outreach to multicultural organizations, among other qualities.

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