Outreach Programs
American Indian Recruitment Program (AIR)
The American Indian Recruitment Program (AIR) is a mentoring
program for American Indian high school students who are interested
in
earning a college degree. The program offers weekly sessions
on the SDSU campus that include mentor/student discussions,
workshops, and tutoring. AIR students realize these early contacts
as a
considerable advantage once they enroll as freshmen at SDSU
or at any other institution of higher learning, including community
colleges.
SDSU Powwow
The SDSU Powwow is sponsored by the Department of American Indian
Studies and the Native American Student Alliance (NASA), a
student organization. The powwow is a gathering of Native Americans
who
represent tribes from various regions of the United States.
There are Native American dancing and singing competitions, arts
and
crafts booths and traditional Native food booths.
The SDSU Powwow
is held on campus every spring, usually in March or April.
American Indian Youth Empowerment Conference
The American Indian Youth Empowerment Conference is a one-day
event that provides the opportunity for Native American high school
students to explore the pathways to higher education and to
gain
more knowledge about the process. There are workshops and presentations
by representatives of schools and programs with special relevance
to Native American students. Workshops cover a variety of topics
including how to apply to college and/or for financial aid,
details about special outreach programs that are available to new
and
ethnic minority students, as well as programs and courses with
special interest to local Native students.
The American Indian
Youth Empowerment Conference is held on campus every fall, usually
in November.
American Indian Graduation Ceremony
Every year, the American Indian Studies Department honors the
achievements of graduating Native American students and American
Indian Studies
minors by hosting a special graduation ceremony. At the ceremony,
each graduate receives individual recognition and has the opportunity
to express appreciation to family, friends, and others.
The
American Indian Graduation Ceremony is held in May.
American Indian Community Advisory Board
The American Indian Studies Department has established an American
Indian Community Advisory Board which helps the Department
maintain a strong linkage with the local Indian community. The
Advisory
Board helps the Department achieve its goals, including: supporting
American Indian students and promoting their success in the
education process; finding opportunities for American Indian students
to
liaison with community groups; and, finding ways for SDSU American
Indian Studies to serve the community.
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