Native graduate students and prospective graduate students have some great opportunities offered through funding available from WSU Graduate School and the Nez Perce Tribe. » More …
On April 1st, Washington State University hosted their third annual Indigenous Research Conference. The conference was organized by the WSU Chapter of the Society of Indian Psychologists, led by Ph.D. candidate Greg Urquhart (Eastern Band of Cherokee descent). It was supported by WSU’s Plateau Center for Native American Research & Collaboration, a branch of Native American Programs, and the Center for Mestizo and Indigenous Research. » More …
On January 21 and February 1, Asst. Director Dr. Ken Lokensgard led discussions on collaborative, ethical, and effective research with Indigenous communities and students. Plateau Center Research Fellow and Educational Psychology faculty member, Dr. Zoe Higheagle Strong (Nez Perce) addressed Indigenous Research Methods. Nakia Williamson and Josiah Pinkham, of the Nez Perce Tribe Cultural Resources Program, opened the meetings, discussed tribal research protocols, and offered important insights throughout the workshops. » More …
The fall semester has proceeded at a rapid pace at the Plateau Center. Recent weeks have seen workshops, student meetings, conferences, and more. Increased engagement with faculty and growing numbers of enrolled Native American graduate students are responsible for much of the activity. » More …
On September 27, Washington State University welcomed Dr. Bryan Brayboy to its Pullman campus. Dr. Brayboy was brought to campus by the College of Education to deliver the Suwyn Family Lecture on Native American Education. His visit was also sponsored by Native American Programs and the WSU Graduate School. » More …