Native American Institute
The Native American Institute is dedicated to the support of Native student academic and professional success, tribal partnerships, and community-wide exposure to our region’s Native American heritage.
Native American students make up 28% of Southeastern’s student population and our University ranks 7th in the nation for graduating Native students.
Native American Excellence in Education
Apply for the Native American Excellence in Education Teacher Preparation Project to achieve a career in teaching.
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Academic Programs
View our unique and versatile degree options in Native American-centered academics.
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Native American Student Success
Christina Flint-Lowe
The MS Native American Leadership program offers a well-rounded mix of Native American studies & business-based courses, which translates well into working with my tribal community in the future...
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Chickasaw Nation Representative: Chandler Arterberry
Every Tuesday
8:00AM-5:00PM
Native American Institute
Native American Institute hosts Chandler Arterberry, Chickasaw Nation representative, on campus each Tuesday to help assist and field questions about tribal resources.
Muscogee (Creek) Nation Visit
March 26, 2020
12:30PM – 5:00PM
Native American Institute
Creek students will meet with their tribal representatives to discuss higher education funding.
#MoneyWi$e
March 27, 2020
12:00PM – 2:00PM
Location: TBD
Lunch, laptop giveaway, and presentation plus game on how to actually be money-wise.
Chickasaw Nation Visit
April 7, 2020
Time: TBD
Location: TBD
Chickasaw students will meet with their tribal representatives to discuss career opportunities upon graduation.
NAI Recruits: Gathering of Nations
April 23-25, 2020
Albuquerque, New Mexico
The Native American Institute staff will attend this international event to serve Native American people and tribes across the country with quality, affordable, and 100%-online degree options.
Native American Graduation Ceremony
May 8, 2020
6:00PM – 8:00PM
Fine Arts Recital Hall
Native American graduates are highlighted for their achievement and provided a unique stole to showcase their heritage in Saturday’s Commencement ceremony. Guests, children, friends, and family are encouraged to attend.
Chickasaw Summer Leadership Academy
June 6-13, 2020
SE Durant Campus
The Native American Institute partners with the Chickasaw Nation each summer to host 18 Chickasaw high school students for a week of college preparation and summer camp adventure.