With as few as 1,000 Native speakers of Ojibwe remaining, preserving the language is more important than ever. It’s “a big effort to not lose who we are; how we view the world is in the language,” says Professor Brendan Fairbanks, who works tirelessly to revitalize the language through teaching, research, and special programming.

Due to rising sea levels, the Pacific Islands are struggling with cultural loss as Natives are forced to relocate. To counteract the potential loss of water practices in Pacific Islander cultures, Professor Vince Diaz is working on three major canoe projects that will work in tandem to maintain and adapt their ancient traditions.

Professor Jean O'Brien has been awarded the Dean's Medalist award for 2018. As a historian and a mentor, one of her goals is to explore and teach the importance of persistence.

Minnesota Native News: Native Artist Talk Series Showcases Careers

Minneapolis has replaced the old Lake Calhoun sign to reflect its historic renaming to Bde Maka Ska.

David E. Wilkins, a professor of American Indian Studies, reflects on the history of the Navajo Nation by analyzing photographs taken during a time of crisis.

“Ojibwe Immersion Lunch”

Meet alumna Vanessa Goodthunder, an American Indian graduate determined to give back to her community.

Meet 12 College of Liberal Arts faculty who have conducted groundbreaking research in their respective fields this year.