Support Native American and Indigenous Studies at UConn
Native American and Indigenous Studies (NAIS) centers Indigenous knowledge, sovereignty, and lived experience through interdisciplinary teaching, research, and community collaboration. At UConn, NAIS is grounded in relationships with local tribal nations and Indigenous communities, emphasizing Indigenous sovereignty, land-based knowledge, and historical and contemporary realities.
The Fund for Native American and Indigenous Studies
The Fund for Native American and Indigenous Studies supports meaningful programs and initiatives, including:
- Tribal-engaged learning opportunities
- Indigenous-led research
- Programming that uplifts Native voices
The fund also advances the Tribal Education Initiative between the state’s five recognized tribes and UConn through:
- Guest speakers
- Student internships
- Curriculum that foregrounds Indigenous perspectives
Impact of Your Gift
Gifts directly support students and tribal partnerships by:
- Strengthening pathways for Indigenous scholarship and leadership
- Sustaining relationships with Indigenous communities
- Expanding access to educational opportunities
- Ensuring Indigenous histories, cultures, and futures remain central to teaching and research at UConn
Make Your Gift Today
Your support helps elevate Indigenous voices, strengthen community partnerships, and create meaningful educational opportunities.
Make your gift today and help advance Native American and Indigenous Studies at UConn.
“The UConn Foundation (EIN 06-6070722) is an independent, not-for-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization that exists to support the educational, scientific, cultural, research, and recreational objectives of the University of Connecticut.”
