NSU to host Native Strong American Indian recruitment event – Jan. 24

TAHLEQUAH, Okla. – Northeastern State University is hosting its annual Native Strong Day, an American Indian recruitment event, on Jan. 24 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

“The nation’s longstanding leader among four-year colleges conferring degrees to Native Americans, NSU welcomes the opportunity to show American Indian prospective students and their families how they can enhance their academic experience in a supportive environment that values their cultural heritage,” NSU President Rodney Hanley said.

Organized by the Center for Tribal Studies in collaboration with the NSU Department of Admissions and Recruitment office, the annual event is open to prospective Native students planning to enter NSU as freshmen or transfer students and their families. School counselors are also welcome to attend.

“Attendees will learn about NSU’s commitment to American Indian students,” Elizabeth Bird, interim director of the Center for Tribal Studies, said. “NSU offers guidance through the enrollment process and shares student resource information. The Center for Tribal Studies demonstrates active collaboration with and engagement in the NSU community and shares a sampling of American Indian cultural activities.”

During the event, students will gather valuable information from the Office of Admissions and Recruitment and other departments, meet representatives from Native student organizations, learn about NSU’s Native student support programs, and participate in hands-on cultural activities.

“Native Strong provides an opportunity to the Center for Tribal Studies and Northeastern State University to highlight the Native American heritage that NSU was founded on to potential incoming high school and transfer students,” Randilyn Rose, retention specialist of the Center for Tribal Studies, said. “We will also have opportunities for potential students to hear from current students and ask them questions about university life. The parents and counselors of the potential students that attend will also have the opportunity to ask department representatives questions.”

Individuals who wish to attend Native Strong Day are encouraged to register as soon as possible.

Registration closes on Jan. 24 at 8 a.m. To register for the event, visit https://admissions.nsuok.edu/register/NativeStrong.

Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. on Jan. 24 in the University Center Ballroom.

For more information about Native Strong, email tribalstudies@nsuok.edu or call 918-444-4350.

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