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A Reflection of Our Community

This episode is more than a look at a campus. Instead, it is a celebration of our “living classroom” here in the Mission Valley. This feature highlights the revitalization of our ancestral languages and groundbreaking research in STEM. Furthermore, ten remarkable students and alumni shared their authentic stories to help build this episode.

For instance, you will hear from students like Wacey McClure. He carries the voices of our ancestors into the future through language studies. Similarly, Anna Robertson traveled from Alaska to find a home in our pre-dental program. These are not just success stories. Rather, they are “buffalo trails” of resilience, service, and innovation.

Education for Everyone

While we are a leader in Indigenous higher education, our doors are open to everyone. SKC is an open-enrollment institution. We proudly welcome Native and non-Native students from all backgrounds and over 60 different tribes. Whether you are from the local community or traveling from afar, you will find a supportive “family” here.

Coffee with President Munson

The feature includes an intimate “Coffee with the President” segment with our own Dr. Michael Munson. During this candid conversation, Dr. Munson reflects on her own journey as a student and leader. She explains how SKC supports students through a variety of unique needs. Additionally, she discusses our mission to meet the needs of our tribal nations. This includes our master’s program in Natural Resource Management and the nation’s only Tribal Historic Preservation program.

Join the Journey

It truly “takes a village” to bring a project like this to life. We are grateful to the students, faculty, and staff who shared what SKC means to them. Therefore, we invite you to sit with us for a while and experience the spirit of the Bison.

Whether you seek your own path or wish to learn about Indigenous higher education, we have gathered everything in one place. Explore the beauty and the heart of SKC today!

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Registrar’s List
Dean’s List
President’s List

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The grant will provide direct assistance to students in our vital Highway Construction and Building Trades programs, aligning perfectly with the economic development priorities of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes. As SKC President Michael M. Munson emphasized, “it’s an investment in our students, our families, and our Tribal communities,” creating pathways to family-sustaining careers and elevating the image of skilled trades. Our existing programs, such as the comprehensive Highway Construction Training (HCT) program, which provides technical skills for heavy equipment operators and truck drivers, and the collaborative welding course, exemplify this commitment to workforce development.

The Metallica Scholars Initiative, launched in 2019 by All Within My Hands in partnership with the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC), has expanded significantly, now reaching 75 colleges across all 50 U.S. states and Guam, impacting an estimated 10,000 students. Metallica band member Robert Trujillo expressed immense pride in the scholars, highlighting the Foundation’s positive impact on putting “hard-working people on the path to careers in the trades”. This initiative’s proven return on investment, with graduates earning an average of 8.3 times their program’s upfront cost in their first year, underscores its transformative power.

At SKC, our mission is deeply rooted in providing quality education for American Indians and perpetuating the cultures of the Séliš, Ksanka, and Qlispe’ peoples, empowering students to improve their families and communities through service and research. This partnership with Metallica and its All Within My Hands Foundation embodies our core values, especially the 4Cs – Cultural Awareness, Communication, Critical Thinking, and Citizenship – by fostering engaged contributors who are ready to make a tangible difference in their communities. We are incredibly proud to join this movement, building resilient communities through education.

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Hands-On Learning & Direct Path to Apprenticeship

This course offers comprehensive, hands-on training in shielded metal arc welding, equipment setup, and critical safety practices. What truly sets this opportunity apart is that those who complete the course successfully are eligible to enter the Ironworker apprenticeship program. Apprentices earn a starting wage of approximately $25.40 per hour, with consistent increases over a four-year training period, leading to a journey-level ironworker earning around $50 per hour plus national mobility, living wage, healthcare, and retirement benefits – a secure foundation for your career. Furthermore, participants will receive a $100 daily stipend for full attendance, supporting your journey as you gain valuable skills without significant financial burden.

Empowering Our Communities

SKC is committed to empowering Native communities by filling unmet needs and fostering strength from within. This Welding Course exemplifies that mission, prioritizing enrolled members or first-generation descendants of the Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes for the limited 10 training positions. By training skilled professionals, we collectively build a more resilient and sustainable future for all.

Limited Enrollment – Secure Your Spot!

The course runs Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, from August 11 to October 3, 2025, at the SKC Highway Construction Training facility in Pablo. Attendance and punctuality are required. Applications are due by Friday, July 18, at 5 PM. Don’t miss this chance to build a tangible skill set, secure a high-demand career, and charge into your future with confidence, grounded in tradition!

Ready to build your career? Apply for the SKC Welding Course by July 18th!

Both the welding and the SKC admissions processes must be completed.

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Registrar’s List
Dean’s List
President’s List
Master’s Honor Roll

Registrar’s List 3.0 – 3.49 GPA

Emily Alexander
Gena Asencio
Inismin Auld
Aaliyah Big Lake
Rachel Black Weasel
Darian Blixt-Leo
Trista Booth
Tyneesha Brown
Elmer Buffalo
Ivan Calico
Louis Camel
Numa Caye
Jonathon Charlo
Kelsee Chasing Crow
Kathleen Colyer
Veyanna Curley
Jamie Damm
Anna Danielson
John David
Kayla Denny
Frances DeRoche
Catherine DeRoche
Bailey Dewitt
Shania Doney
Josephine Drennan-Beck
Annalysia DuMontier
Raeann Emerson
Vivika Finley
Nicholas Frost
Cole Gerhardt
Logan Gordon
Tarryn Gravelle
Teagan Gray
Madeline Hamilton
Antoine Haynes
Shelby Hughes
Cheyla Irvine
Summer Johnston
John Komotios
Alexis LaMere
Everette Makescoldweather
Faith Mallory
Whisper McCrea
Patricia Mills
Ciara Moran
Raymond Nichols
Angelica Ochoa
Fancee Oldperson
Violet Pablo
Kooper Page
Jeffery Partida
Gabriel Passes
Keithetta Quequesah
Holly Reed
KeyShawn Rogers
Hayley Salois
Jaychelle Sanchez
Narya Sharma
Kenneth Shourds
Caitlyn Sorrell
Joseph Tatsey
Dillon Toler
Lomar Wandering Medicine
Johnathon Werk
Kadence Whitworth
Karsyn Wilder
Savannah Williams
Henrietta WolfBlack
Margaret Wurster
Lee Zahir
Jewel Zakit

Dean’s List 3.5 – 3.9 GPA

Stanley Alexander
Kira Archuleta
Shyann Ardis
Kathryn Aspaas
Corleah Barnaby
John Big Knife
Kelseyanne Boggess
Joylynn Bordeaux
Trendon Butterfly
Shurea Calahan
Tyrell Cantrell
Travis Christopher
Sydney Colomeda-Watt
Kelan Couture
Erica Edwards
Teague Evans
Joshua Fenton
SuSun Fisher
Bailee Flammond
Bobbie Fyant
Jeanette Gardipe
Mary Gohl
Hunter Grant
Kimber Grant
Natasha Gravelle
Brianna Gray
Orlonda Gray Hawk
Joshua Grisak
Tyrah Hammond
Myra Harris
Kianna Hensley
Rachelle Hewankorn
Morgan Hoff
Jenae Holdeman
Chase Kintz
Paige Korodi
Casey Lammers
Tavin Lapahie
Terine Lazy Boy
Amy Leon-Vargas
Rylie Lindquist
Twilynn LopezdeVictoria-Caye
Carlissa Matt
Kyndall McPhillips
Anjulisiri Moran
Joseph Morgan
Jami Moss
Zakarius Muzquiz
Danny Obrecht
Sharon Patacsil
Madison Perry
Sidra Perry
Alexia Pierre
Gwendolyn Price
Kasey Questel
Amanda Rice
Kylene Richem
Anna Robertson
Conner Schiele
Matthew Sheka
Brutis SiJohn
SaanJay SmallBoy
Payton Smith
Jocelyn Stevens
Glenda Stevens
Dallas Swab
Dawnette Swank
Thomas Trahan
Jordann Underwood
Paris Vaile
Jade WalksAlong
Dore Wells
Clayton Whiteman
Madelyn Yoder
Joshua Young
Jessica Youngrunningcrane

President’s List 4.0 GPA

Casey Abramson
Darralynn Adams
Peter Aimsback
Gabriel Alderson
Tyler Arlint
Sereina Arroyo
Sara Ashley
Lance Baptiste
Madison Barber
Dawn Barnard
Merlynn Becker
Marquerita Begay
Ashley Benson
Alexia Biederman
Joni Bolman
Sydney Boucher
Ronald Britt
Jule Brueggeman
Michaela Buck
Toddie Buffalo
Shakira Burrafato
Ryder Catudio
Loushie Charlo
Jeltsi Chisholm
Sarah Cochran
Ariel Coker
Keith Coker
Peja Cook
Cierra Coon
Linzie Couture
Mackenzie Couture
James Douthwaite
Ruth Elgin
Jalynn Farmer
Mackenzie Finley McDonald
Matthew Fisher
Cristina Fitzgerald
Kaiden Forman-Webster
Shanae Fry
Lucas Gambrell
Jennabelle Gardner
Geraldine Genzel
Gina Graham
Thomas Greyeyes
Alexandrea Ground
Tamika Guardipee
Andrea Hall
Esther Hanson
Troy Hiniker
Anne Houle
Adalyn Jacobson
Alex Johnson
Becky Knapp
Kelsie Kovarik
Micole LaCounte
Noelle Lanch
Brandon Larios
Adeline Lozeau
Marianne Matt
Raymond Matt
George Maughan
Tina Maughan
Samantha McNair
Anthony Meyers
Michelle Nault
Devyn Netzer-Schoening
Kylee Niemeyer
Allissia North Piegan
Megan Olsen
Alexys Orien
Willow Ovitt
Devon Paulsen
Cailin Pinoon
Kamiah Pretty On Top
Dontaye Razo
Ryanne Rider
Esperanza Rodriguez-Rowan
Kambrie Rubel
Ruschel Sage
Danielle Samsel
Jarod Schwab
Sarina Smith
Jason Songers
Sheraye Spoonhunter
Steven Statham
Jesse Tavares
Stacy Tiensvold-Matoon
Chelsea Timmer
Charles Timson
Jaiden Toth
Ashley Tryon
Michael Umphrey
Emma Walker
Johnee Walks Along
Tia Watson
Tyann Watson
Jack Whittle
Tia Whitworth
ShayAnna Wild Gun
Nyssa Young Running Crane

Master’s Honor Roll 3.5+ GPA

Rylee Adamson
Rose Bement
Jocelyn Big Throat
Victoria Boggs
Katherine Castor
Jessica Dominguez-Bird
Vanessa Garfield
Amy Grant
Cassidy Johnson
Kristine Kelly
Shanell Lavallie
Aspen Many Hides
Dawn Marxer
MaryRose Morigeau
Dee Dee Peterson
Trenton Pimms
Adriane Tailfeathers
Jedd Tougas
Kami Wellman

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Dr. Munson brings more than two decades of experience in higher education, leadership, and Native-serving institutions. Her commitment to academic excellence, cultural perpetuation, and community empowerment aligns strongly with SKC’s mission to provide quality post-secondary educational opportunities for Native American students and others.

“We are honored to welcome Dr. Munson home to the 91ɬ�� community,” said Eldena Bear Don’t Walk, Chair of the SKC Board of Directors. “Her vision, leadership, and deep understanding of our tribal college values will guide SKC into an exciting new chapter.”

Dr. Munson most recently served as Associate Vice-Provost of Tribal Research and Graduate Education at Washington State University, Pullman, where she led initiatives to expand academic programs, support student success, and strengthen community partnerships. A passionate advocate for Indigenous education, she has also been active in state and national efforts to promote equity and access in tribal and rural communities.

“I am humbled and excited to return to 91ɬ�� in this capacity. SKC is an institution with a rich cultural legacy and a powerful commitment to student achievement,” said Dr. Munson. “Together with the SKC community, I look forward to building on the college’s strong foundation and advancing its mission for future generations.”

Dr. Munson succeeds Dr. Sandra Boham, who retired after eight years of service to the college.

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The 91ɬ�� (SKC) Summer TCU Conference, “Moving Forward through the Fog,” is set to convene from July 28-31, 2025, on the SKC campus. This annual gathering offers a vital opportunity for professionals across Tribal Colleges and Universities to connect, share insights, and strategize for the future. For many of you, this conference is a familiar and valuable touchstone, and we look forward to welcoming you back.

This year’s conference is designed to foster a dynamic exchange of ideas, addressing the strategic themes and operational challenges that are most relevant to TCUs today. We aim to provide a comprehensive platform for learning and collaboration, equipping attendees with the knowledge and connections needed to navigate the evolving educational landscape.

The conference will commence on Monday, July 28th, with registration followed by dinner and a keynote address by Scott Davis, Assistant Secretary – Indian Affairs, U.S. Department of the Interior. His remarks will undoubtedly offer valuable perspectives as we embark on a productive week.

Throughout Tuesday and Wednesday, attendees will participate in focused breakout sessions addressing key areas of university administration. These sessions will delve into critical themes such as the current status of financial aid regulations, strategies for optimizing budgets with limited resources, and the latest in accreditation practices. Discussions will also cover essential aspects of campus life, including mandatory reporting, Clery Act compliance, and developing human-centered human resources policies.

A significant strength of this conference lies in its emphasis on cross-departmental dialogue and the sharing of best practices. The program is structured to facilitate collaboration among various administrative functions, recognizing that the challenges and innovative solutions within TCUs are often interconnected. This collaborative spirit culminates on Thursday, July 31st, as the conference joins forces with the TCU Presidents’ Summer Meeting. This unique session provides an invaluable opportunity to share key insights and themes from our discussions directly with TCU leadership, ensuring that our collective work informs the broader strategic direction for all Tribal Colleges and Universities.

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The Yakama Nation’s deep-seated commitment to forestry, a practice rooted in ancestral knowledge and refined with modern science, offers a powerful example of sustainable land management. Their efforts, recently highlighted by ICT News, resonate strongly with the mission of 91ɬ�� (SKC), which champions the preservation of Indigenous knowledge and the promotion of environmentally responsible practices.

The Yakama Nation’s approach to forestry goes beyond simple resource extraction. They are actively engaged in restoring and maintaining the health of their forests through strategic initiatives like prescribed burns and selective thinning, designed to mitigate wildfire risks and enhance biodiversity. This holistic strategy demonstrates a profound respect for the land and its intrinsic value, a value that SKC instills in its students.

Just as SKC empowers students with the skills to address challenges through an Indigenous perspective, the Yakama Nation balances economic development with ecological preservation. Their sustainable timber harvesting and ecosystem restoration efforts serve as a testament to the enduring wisdom of Indigenous communities.

The Yakama Nation’s success story underscores the critical role Indigenous knowledge plays in environmental stewardship, a principle that SKC upholds in its curriculum and community outreach. By showcasing these exemplary practices, SKC celebrates the vital contributions of Native communities and inspires future generations to become conscientious stewards of our shared environment.

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• Registrar’s List
• Dean’s List
• President’s List
• Master’s Student Honor Roll

Registrar’s List 3.0 – 3.49 GPA

Lauren Allen
Andruw Allen
Susan Anderson
Marie Aripa
Lance Baptiste
Robert Bear Chum
Austin BearChild
John Big Knife
Aaliyah Big Lake
Zhane Bolen
Ronald Britt
Tyneesha Brown
Michaela Buck
Tyrell Cantrell
Tyrese C’Bearing
Kai Clifford
Kathleen Colyer
Kelan Couture
Sharissa Couture
Anna Danielson
Kayla Denny
Bailey Dewitt
Annalysia DuMontier
Caroline Durglo
Matthew Fisher
Nicholas Frost
Shanae Fry
Jeanette Gardipe
Joshua Grisak
Nicolas Gumm
Madeline Hamilton
Jamee Hensley
Johona Hoskinson
Cheyla Irvine
Byron Johnson
Summer Johnston
Alishon Kelly
Victoria Killian
Chase Kintz
Brandon Larios
Isabela Larios
Darrius Longknife
Faith Mallory
Raymond Matt
Shonlea Matt
Melaia Matt
Taeleia Means
Katie Medicine Bull
Kaliah Moore
Ciara Moran
Alexia Pierre
Nicole Pimms
Canyon Plant-Haukaas
Layla Pretty On Top
Keithetta Quequesah
Kylene Richem
Anna Robertson
Andrew Rush
Jaychelle Sanchez
Mars Sandoval
Conner Schiele
Christy Schmuck
Anjaleah Sheridan
Theresa Shike
Glenda Stevens
Shannon Szombathy
Isiah Tatsey-Ehlers
Charles Timson
Thomas Trahan
Lomar Wandering Medicine
Jacop Wayne
Dore Wells
Dallas Wheeler
Savannah Williams
Michael Willow

Dean’s List 3.5 – 3.9 GPA

Shyann Ardis
Tyler Arlint
Gena Asencio
Corleah Barnaby
Jaretha Bear Below
Merlynn Becker
Amanda Berens
Kelseyanne Boggess
Sydney Boucher
Charmayne Brown
Elmer Buffalo
Shawna Buffalo
Myranda Burns
Jule Brueggeman
Jasmine Caibaiosai
Fabian Cantu
Mikayla Caye
Elain Chaney
Jonathan Charlo
Kelsee Chasing Crow
Rebekah Cole
Ryley Couture
Barbara Day Chief
Catherine DeRoche
Shania Doney
Josephine Drennan-Beck
Erica Edwards
Raeann Emerson
Ezra Fasthorse
Joshua Fenton
SuSun Fisher
Matayia Fisher
Bailee Flammond
Kyara Fraga
Bobbie Fyant
Mary Gohl
Kimber Grant
Natasha Gravelle
Tarryn Gravelle
Brianna Gray
Orlonda Gray Hawk
Alexandrea Ground
Tamika Guardipee
Andrea Hall
Megan Hamilton
Antoine Haynes
Troy Hiniker
Darealynn Juneau
Alicia Keever
Paige Korodi
Casey Lammers
Brooke Lane
Destiny Matt
George Maughan
Samantha McNair
Patricia Mills
Shea Monroe
Kylee Niemeyer
Amber Nomee
Kooper Page
Sharon Patacsil
Devon Paulsen
Sidra Perry
Dnaeya Pina
Beverly Red Wolf Little Light
Vanessa Sanchez
Matthew Sheka
Alycia Shorty
Dulci Skunkcap
Molly Spotted Eagle
Steven Statham
Topanga Thorp
Emmitt Toler
Jordann Underwood
Tyann Watson
Clayton Whiteman
Camas Whitworth
Kadence Whitworth
ShayAnna Wild Gun
Karsyn Wilder
Darian Williams
Henrietta WolfBlack
Margaret Wurster
Jessica Youngrunningcrane
Jewel Zakit

President’s List 4.0 GPA

Casey Abramson
Darralynn Adams
Peter Aimsback
Rozaline Alexander
Kira Archuleta
Martina Aripa
Sereina Arroyo
Sara Ashley
Kathryn Aspaas
Madison Barber
Dawn Barnard
Lisa Bell
Ashley Benson
Alexia Biederman
Shaelynn Brueckmann
Shurea Calahan
Louis Camel
Ryder Catudio
Numa Caye
Loushie Charlo
Jeltsi Chisholm
Travis Christopher
Sarah Cochran
Peja Cook
Cierra Coon
Linzie Couture
Mackenzie Couture
Paisley Couture
Veyanna Curley
Jamie Damm
Sabrina Davis
Frances DeRoche
James Douthwaite
Issabella Dupuis-Shortman
Teague Evans
Jalynn Farmer
Mackenzie Finley McDonald
Cristina Fitzgerald
Preston Folck
Kaiden Forman-Webster
Josephine Fyant
Jennabelle Gardner
Geraldine Genzel
Cole Gerhardt
Gina Graham
Hunter Grant
Teagan Gray
Thomas Greyeyes
Esther Hanson
Myra Harris
Kianna Hensley
Rachelle Hewankorn
Morgan Hoff
Louise Hoskinson
Anne Houle
Adalyn Jacobson
Alex Johnson
Becky Knapp
John Komotios
Kelsie Kovarik
Micole LaCounte
Tamryn LaFromboise
Noelle Lanch
Rylie Lindquist
Twilynn LopezdeVictoria-Caye
Marianne Matt
Tina Maughan
Lydia McKinney
Kyndall McPhillips
Jami Moss
Michelle Nault
Danny Obrecht
Alexys Orien
Nicholas Peters
Cailin Pinoon
Gwendolyn Price
Dontaye Razo
Shay Reynolds
Ryanne Rider
Kambrie Rubel
Ruschel Sage
Danielle Samsel
Noel Santio
Norberta ScabbyRobe
Jarod Schwab
Kailee Scott
Payton Smith
Jason Songers
Caitlyn Sorrell
Willow Sturdivant
Dallas Swab
Jesse Tavares
Stacy Tiensvold-Matoon
Chelsea Timmer
Jaiden Toth
Leniece Trahan
Ashley Tryon
Michael Umphrey
Lucas Vanderburg
Emma Walker
Johnee Walks Along
Tia Watson
Johnathon Werk
Tia Whitworth
Alfred Woodcock
Madelyn Yoder
Joshua Young
Nyssa Young Running Crane
Lee Zahir

Master’s Student Honor Roll 3.5 + GPA

Summer Afraid Of Hawk
Joni Tobacco

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