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About Apply Request Info Red Lake Nation College (RLNC) -- A Great Place to Start! We are a two-year tribal college located on the beautiful shores of Red Lake in Northern Minnesota and in a new state-of-the-art site in downtown Minneapolis. Our top-of-the-line facilities, offering globally relevant courses combined with Ojibwe language and culture offer a unique combination of Native innovation and tradition that prepares students of all backgrounds for the twenty-first century job market. We are also accredited with the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accreditation Learn More > Employment Learn More > Strategic Planning Learn More > Mission To provide excellent higher education that is grounded in the Ojibwe language and culture of the Red Lake Nation. Governance Learn More > Values At the RLNC, we use, follow, encourage, and support the 7 Ojibwe Values of: Dabasendizowin (Humility) Debwewin (Truth) Zoongide’iwin (Courage) Gwayakwaadiziwin (Honesty) Manaaji’idiwin (Respect) Zaagi’idiwin (Love) Nibwaakaawin (Wisdom) Assessment of Teaching & Learning Learn More > Institutional Effectiveness Learn More > Sponsored Programs Learn More > CARES Act Federal Reporting Notice Learn More >

Memorandums of Understanding Red Lake Nation College has memorandums of understanding with the following colleges and universities: Graduation Graduation Requirements Commencement 2021 Degree Planning Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Bemidji State University White Earth Tribal and Community College University of Minnesota - Crookston St. Cloud State University Southwest Minnesota State University Minnesota State University - Mankato Winona State University Minnesota State University - Moorhead Metropolitan State University University of Minnesota - Morris

Tutoring Services Bremer Learning Center Red Lake Campus Room 115 Open Monday-Thursday per Posted Schedule Free tutoring services are available to all RLNC students from RLNC faculty and/or the TutorMe online platform. Tutoring from RLNC Faculty Join online! Learning Center Meet Need IT Help? Schedule with David Click the button to schedule and appointment or Email: IT@rlnc.edu The Bremer Learning Center, which serves as a center for tutoring, collaboration and computing, is staffed by RLNC faculty during the week. All Red Lake tutoring sessions are available onsite or online . Minneapolis students are encouraged to use the Google Meet to get tutoring. Click the Google Meet link on the left of this page or from your Google Calendar to join during the scheduled time. Tutoring sessions may also be scheduled by emailing individual faculty members. Fall 2025 Learning Center Hours Schedule with Joelle Need Math Help? Click the button to schedule and appointment. TutorMe: On-demand tutoring Access TutorMe from within any of your classes within CANVAS. (See below.)

Graduation Career & Transfer Services Graduation Requirements - A.A. Liberal Education Graduation Requirements - A.A.S. Social & Behavioral Science Graduation Requirements Must earn a minimum grade point average of 2.0. Must satisfy at least the number of credits required for specific degree/certificate/diploma, as outlined in the catalog curriculum. Must complete the Graduation Application and Summary at the Student Services office during registration for the final semester of a student’s attendance at RLNC. Must fulfill all financial and academic obligations prior to the date of graduation. Must fulfill the residency requirements of RLNC. If graduating from a RLNC degree program, students must have completed all degree requirements before participating in the ceremony. Must complete EPortfolio.

Committees In addition to governance by the Board of Regents, Red Lake Nation College staff and faculty members serve on a variety of committees in an inclusive governance structure that harnesses our tribal liberal education strategies. Committees use annual work plans to set goals, connect to the strategic plan, and provide data for decision-making. Governance Home Page Organizational Chart Faculty Senate Board of Regents Assessment Committee (Nindakobidoomin) The Red Lake Nation College Assessment Committee embraces the principle that effective and meaningful assessment is an integral part of the educational process and supports data-driven decision making. Institutional and program assessment supports the mission of Red Lake Nation College by exercising Nibwaakaawin (wisdom). Nibwaakaawin is an ongoing process that is acquired by gaining knowledge and improving skills. Curriculum Committee (Gaa-ozhiibii'amowaad Gikendaasowinan) The Red Lake Nation College Curriculum Committee provides guidance and oversight to ensure that all curricula is sound, comprehensive and responsive to the evolving needs of students and the community. The Curriculum Committee is responsible for reviewing new and existing courses, reviewing syllabi and rubrics, aligning program goals and course objectives to assignments, and recommending action to the Vice President of Academic Affairs. Events Committee (Maawanji'idiwin) The Red Lake Nation College Events Committee is responsible for planning events that promote the values of RLNC within the college and to the broader community. The events planned by this committee are designed to offer hope, encouragement and inspiration to students and community members. This committee also demonstrates Zaagi’idiwin (Love) by demonstrating acceptance and supporting the empowerment of others. detail about your company. Governance Committee (Gaa-inaakonigewaad) The Red Lake Nation College Governance Committee is responsible for revising and evaluating all RLNC policies and procedures. The Governance Committee exercises Gwayakwaadiziwin (Honesty), by communicating with others and transmitting information fairly and truthfully. EPortfolio Committee The Red Lake Nation College Eportfolio Committee advances the use of ePortfolios at all levels campus-wide to support and demonstrate student learning, academic success, and personal, intellectual, professional, cultural, and civic development, and to help students make the most of all opportunities at RLNC. The committee will also recommend action to the Vice President of Academic Affairs. The ePorfolio Committee exercises Nibwaakawin (wisdom) by promoting student success while in attendance at RLNC and into the workforce and additional higher education. PASS Committee (Niwiidookawaanaanig Gaa-ishkweyaangewaad Waa-gikendaasowaad) The Red Lake Nation College PASS (Progressive Academic Student Success) Committee strives to improve student retention through identification, monitoring and referral of students at risk of academic failure. The PASS Committee identifies ways to successfully intervene when students are experiencing personal obstacles that prevent them from finding success. The PASS Committee also identifies students who have achieved honors and awards and provides them with well-deserved recognition. The PASS Committee promotes all of the RLNC values by recognizing those who are exhibiting these values and supporting and encouraging those who are not. These values include: Dabasendizowin (Humility), Debwewin (Truth), Zoongide’iwin (Courage), Gwayakwaadiziwin (Honesty), Manaaji’idiwin (Respect), Zaagi’idiwin (Love) and Nibwaakaawin (Wisdom). Campus Safety & Security Committee The Red Lake Nation College Campus Safety & Security Committee is responsible for informing and preparing the students and staff of Red Lake Nation College in all safety issues. The committee exercises Zaagi'idiwin (Love) and Manaaii'idiwin (Respect) through open communication and determined practice of safety rules and regulations in order to protect and serve the Red Lake Nation College community. Strategic Planning Committee The Red Lake Nation College Strategic Planning Committee is responsible for overseeing the progress of the RLNC Strategic Plan. This plan serves to provide the overall, general direction for the college's development, set major goals, and to monitor continuous growth and improvement. The committee exercises Gwayakwaadiziwin (Honesty) and Nibwaakaawin (Wisdom) by evaluating the progress of RLNC using objective and honest measures in order to use our collective wisdom to make goals for future improvements.

STUDENT SUCCESS STORIES Student Success Stories Elizabeth Barrett PSEO Student 2015-17 Alycia Infante PSEO Student 2020-21 Alyssa Webster Class of 2022 Michael Iceman Class of 2021 Salena Beasley Class of 2021 Jasmine Gonzalez Class of 2017 Jamie King Class of 2015 Jordan May Class of 2011 Lucy Barrett Class of 2007

Apply Now Red Lake Nation College has an open admissions policy. Any applicant who has earned a high school diploma or GED prior to admission may be admitted as a regular student. The application for a “Regular-New Student” includes the following: RLNC Admissions Application Writing, math, and technology placement assessments High School Diploma/GED or College Transcript Tribal Enrollment/Verification Form (If applicable - Tribal enrollment card or certification letter is acceptable.) Vaccination/Immunization Record Please complete the application form below and click Submit . Programs & Courses Learn More > Non-Degree Seeking - PSEO & Elders Learn More > Transfer Students Learn More > Contact RLNC Admissions Rep Email Future Students Learn More >

Non-Degree Seeking & Elders Anyone interested in taking a class at RLNC in a non-degree-seeking capacity may do so. The student will be responsible for payment of tuition, books, other course materials and fees for that class. Non degree-seeking students must still complete an admission application and submit all other required paperwork. Elders Elders are welcomed for their wisdom and are highly encouraged to attend RLNC. Elders are defined as individuals who are 55 years of age and older prior to admission. Elders are eligible for one free (tuition and fee waived) course at Red Lake Nation College per semester. They are responsible for purchasing their own textbooks for the course. If they choose to take additional courses, they will need to enroll as a regular student or non-degree seeking student and pay the regular tuition and fees. The following materials must be completed and submitted to the Student Records Department: Admissions Application High School Diploma/GED and/or College Transcript, if degree-seeking Tribal Enrollment/Verification Form, if applicable (Tribal enrollment card or certification letter acceptable) Vaccination/Immunization Record, if applicable Registration form for the one free course Admissions Learn More > Programs & Courses Learn More > Contact RLNC Admissions Rep Email

Success Mentors The Success Mentor Program ensures that students meet with their assigned staff and faculty mentors for breakfast or lunch to review their academic progress. Student Success Services IT Emergency Grants Student Pantry Fitness Center Disability Services Counseling Career and Transfer Services Student Testimonials

RLNC Employees RLNC Faculty & Staff, Most employee-related information can be found on the RLNC Employee Intranet. As long as you have an RLNC employee Google email account. you can access the site. RLNC Employee Intranet RLNC Gmail Canvas Learning Management System Populi College Management System Academic Calendar Programs & Courses Organizational Chart

Student Government 24-25 Student Government President: Riley Roy VP: Gracelyn Seikas Treasurer: Alyssa Fisher-Vizenor Secretary: Tracy Lussier Directors: Liz White, Delicia Roy, Roxanne Lajeunesse, Tierra Cook. The Student Government is composed of eight student representatives from the student body. RLNC student members, through annual elections, select students to serve on the Student Government. It is the responsibility of the Student Government to conduct business according to its approved By-laws. 2024-25 RLNC Student Government Members Student Government Officers consist of a President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Membership is open to any student at RLNC. Students are encouraged to meet the Student Government's monthly meetings. Student Government Responsibilities To engage in and/or coordinate activities necessary for the purpose of advocating and supporting endeavors by the Student Members or by the RLNC, providing that such endeavors focus on promoting quality in American Indian Higher Education. To conduct regular and special business meetings of the Student Governmentas may be deemed necessary to fulfill the purpose and responsibilities of the organization. To inform all constituents of the Student Government of all pertinent business actions and organizational activities of the Student Government. To communicate student concerns to Administration. To develop a yearly budget and allocate student fee. This organization does not discriminate on the basis of disability, ethnicity, race, religion, creed or sexual orientation. Please contact Student Services for more information.

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