Federal Budget Proposes 90% Funding Cut to Tribal Colleges and Universities

Federal budget proposes 90% funding cut to tribal colleges and universities

The Trump administration’s proposed funding cuts of 90% for tribal colleges and universities surprised many, especially for a tribal university already impacted by federal layoffs since February. Haskell Indian Nations University in Lawrence, Kansas, has faced numerous challenges since President Donald Trump took office in January, including losing nearly a quarter of its staff on Valentine’s Day,...

'Conversations Different': IAIA President Dr. Robert Martin discusses retirement and funding cuts threatening tribal colleges

Martin joins “Conversations Different” to reflect on his 40-year legacy in higher education as well as his 18 years as president of IAIA.