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Mission To provide excellent higher education that is grounded in the Ojibwe language and culture of the Red Lake Nation. Apply Request Info DONATE In the News Red Lake Nation College Awarded $1.9 Million for Expanded Internet Access Red Lake Nation College opens in Minneapolis, offering higher education and cultural connection Red Lake Nation College granted accreditation Migizi Times Newsletter - August 2024 RED LAKE NATION COLLEGE IS NOW ACCREDITED! 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) Red Lake Nation College (RLNC) -- A Great Place to Start! RLNC is a two-year tribal college located on the beautiful shores of Red Lake in Northern Minnesota. Its state-of-the-art facilities, combined with Ojibwe language and culture, and globally-relevant courses, offer a unique combination of Native innovation and tradition that prepares students of all backgrounds for the twenty-first century job market. RLNC is accredited with the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Red Lake Nation College Red Lake Campus 15480 Migizi Drive Red Lake, MN 56671 218-380-7100 Minneapolis Site 900 S 3rd St Minneapolis MN, 55415 612-517-3520 Accreditation Accessibility Campus Safety Campus Map Consumer Info Counseling Directory Diversity Employment Financial Aid Forms Library Student Success Report an Incident Title IX Policies Student Complaint Technology Apply Contact Us DONATE

Esports 2024 RLNC Esports Head Coach: David "Gichi-sabe Maagabo" May II esports@rlnc.edu (218) 382-1008 Tech Support: Josh Nelson Racheal Jorgenson Esports at both RLNC sites! Bring your gaming skills to college and play esports at the collegiate level. As an RLNC student, you may compete individually or as a team. Esports facilitate teamwork, critical thinking, overall engagement, leadership development, and so much more. Apply Now Request Info

Migizi Basketball Migizi Basketball Men's Head Coach: Dustin Harris dustin.harris@rlnc.edu Women's Head Coach: Tim Lajeunesse tim.lajeunesse@rlnc.edu Assistant Women's Coach: Alexis Desjarlait alexis.desjarlait@rlnc.edu Athletic Director: Floyd "Buck" Jourdain floyd.jourdain@rlnc.edu (218) 382-1491 Home Court: Red Lake Humanities Center 23990 State Hwy 1 Red Lake, MN 56671

Information Literacy "Everyone is entitled to his own opinion, but not his own facts." ~ Daniel Patrick Moynihan, Newsweek LibGuide Fake News, Propaganda, and Disinformation - Cornell University Infographic Source

SMS Policy Mobile Phone/Texting Privacy Policy Introduction Red Lake Nation College(RLNC) is committed to protecting the privacy of its students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect personal information collected through text message communications. Information Collected When you provide your mobile phone number to RLNC for text message communication, we may collect the following information: Your mobile phone number Your name (if provided) Your response to text messages How We Use Your Information We use your mobile phone number and other information collected to: Send you text messages related to RLNC building closures or class cancellations Respond to your inquiries or requests Provide you with important updates or alerts Sharing Your Information We will not share your mobile phone number or other personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. However, we may share your information with: Authorized college personnel who need access to this information to perform their job duties Law enforcement or other government agencies as required by law Opt-Out You may opt out of receiving text messages from RLNC at any time by replying "STOP" to a text message from us. Please note that it may take a few days for your opt-out request to be processed. Security We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. Please be aware that there is always a risk involved in transmitting information over the internet. Changes to This Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make significant changes, we will notify you by posting a notice on our website or by sending a text message. Contact Us If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at: Red Lake Nation College 15480 Migizi Drive PO Box 576 Red Lake, MN 56671 218-380-7100 info@rlnc.edu

Academic Records The Registrar's Office is responsible for maintaining information regarding students’ academic progress at RLNC, including grade reports and permanent academic records. The Registrar's Office also collects and maintains current and accurate student information, such as tribal enrollment status, address, program of study, and names of academic advisor(s). This information is required by the federal government for determination of funding, so any changes of personal data, such as change of address, change of program, or change of advisor, should be reported to the Registrar’s Office. RLNC requires a written authorization (FERPA Release of Information Form linked at right) signed by the student, before releasing information such as student grades, transcripts, and other data, in compliance with the Family Education Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA), which governs the privacy of student records. Directory-type information/data, however, may be given to any inquirer without written authorization from the student. This includes the following: Student Name Local address and telephone number Permanent address and telephone number E-mail address Place of birth Major field of study Dates of attendance and of program completion Full- or part-time enrollment status Year in school (class) Diplomas/certificates awarded Scholastic honors and awards received Other educational institutions attended Visual image Students may request that any or all of this information remain confidential by completing a FERPA Non-Disclosure Request Form (use link at right) and returning it to the Registrar's Office. Directory Info Request Form Online Form > FERPA Release of Info Form Open Form > FERPA Non-Disclosure Request Form Open Form > Transcript Request Online Request > Transcript Requests You may request a transcript s using the link above. No fee is charged for RLNC college transcripts. Red Lake Nation College does not hold official transcripts when students have a financial obligation or debt to the institution. Academic transcripts will reflect the following: Record of all RLNC courses completed or attempted, grades earned, term and cumulative GPAs The name of any other college(s) attended and a record of transfer credits from each Notation of Red Lake Nation College degree earned

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Student Life Committed to Student Success We are dedicated to providing each student with individualized support and attention, both in and out of the classroom. Co-curricular events, complement the academic curriculum and provide opportunities to further learn and explore culture, identity, success, leadership, civic responsibility and global awareness Quick Links Academic Advising Academic Calendar Bookstore Campus Safety Career & Transfer Services Course Schedules Esports Graduation Info Medweganoonind Library Migizi Basketball Migizi Newsletter Student Handbook Student Internships Tutoring Innovation Center Learn More > Campus Events Learn More > Student Government Learn More > Student Recognition & Success Stories Learn More > Student Success Services Learn More >

Social & Behavioral Sciences, Associate in Applied Science The program is designed for students to receive an Associate in Applied Science Degree, Social and Behavioral Sciences. This degree program is a two-year course of study designed intentionally to meet all of the general education requirements, in addition to exposing students to the field of social and behavioral sciences. Students can choose from a variety of courses addressing human relationships, social problems, community services, the criminal justice system, and the helping professions. The degree program is centered and infused with culturally relevant material. It is the intention of this program of study to provide students an exposure to the Ojibwe language and allow them the opportunity to understand Anishinaabe values and how these values can provide a foundation for lifelong learning and community involvement. Graduation Requirements A.A. Program Overview Courses Learning Outcomes Understand/demonstrate the writing and speaking processes through invention, organization, drafting, revision, editing, and presentation. Use evidence to analyze logical connections and implicit assumptions in order to make decisions and effectively problem-solve. Demonstrate understanding of natural science principles, methods and scientific inquiry and traditional Indigenous American knowledge perspectives. Apply problem-solving and/or modeling strategies to their surrounding environment. Examine Indigenous and Western social institutions in order to investigate the human condition. Demonstrate verbal and nonverbal speaking skills reflecting history, culture, and social issues in the lives of Indigenous people. Understand the development of changing meanings of various group identities in the United States’ history and culture. Demonstrate knowledge of cultural, social, religious, and linguistic differences. Understand and apply core concepts (e.g. politics, rights and obligations, justice, liberty) to specific issues. Articulate and defend the actions they would take on various environmental issues. Communicate via various mediums of technology (e.g. video, audio, power points, word processing). Demonstrate knowledge of the professions in the social and behavioral sciences Demonstrate improved listening skills, writing skills, case management skills and counseling skills. Articulate local, regional, state, national, and global social problems and advocate for changes that will improve the lives of others.

Governance Organizational Chart Learn More > Board of Regents Learn More > Shared Governance Red Lake Nation College operates in a manner of shared governance. Although the Board of Regents is the governing body, RLNC committees, the Faculty Senate, administrators, and students play an important role in ensuring proper governance. Faculty Senate Learn More > Committees Learn More >

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Sponsored Programs - Land Grant Extension (USDA-NIFA) - Ongoing Community Mental Health Addressed Through Cultural Connections and Experiential Therapy The Red Lake Nation College Extension Program focuses on community mental health and wellness and interactions with natural resources through Ojibwe traditional practices. We have in-person and online workshops in traditional practices, mental and physical health, and cultural connections for students and community members of all ages. A new healing garden is also being established. See [Link to Extension Web Page] for more details. Other RLNC Extension Program awards include: Healing Garden and Traditional Foodways Workshops North Central Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Garden and Workshops - 2021 ($5,000) Supports development of the RLNC Extension Program healing garden located in the back of the college campus and traditional food workshops for students and community members. EXCITE - 2021-22 ($26,794) Extension Collaboration on Immunization Teaching and Engagement Covid-19 Focus: Vaccinate with Confidence (Activity 1) This is an extension collaboration on COVID-19 immunization teaching and engagement for students. Equity (USDA-NIFA) - Ongoing Institutional Capacity Building: Development and Presentation of Curriculum and Instructional Materials to Enhance Student Learning Focuses on curricula design and materials development to enhance student learning by making lessons more engaging, relevant, and culturally responsive to the educational needs and interests of our Native students. Research (USDA-NIFA) - 2020-22 ($60,000) Soil Properties and Impacts of Cover Crops: Student Research at Red Lake Nation College This is a collaboration between RLNC and the Grossman Lab at UMN-Twin Cities. Each RLNC student research intern is paired with a UMN graduate student mentor. Cover crop research plots have just been established on the Red Lake farm by the 3 interns in 2021 and the Grossman Lab team. Student interns will collect data on cover crops, insect visitors, and soil properties and present research posters on their results in collaboration with their mentors. Facilities Support (USDA- RD) - Annual This annual funding is available through the USDA-Rural Development Tribal College Initiative Grants program. At RLNC, we use it to support building maintenance equipment, computer replacement cycle, vehicles, and other equipment needs. Back to Sponsored Programs Student Success Programs Learn More > STEM Programs Learn More > Arts & Traditional Practices Programs Learn More > Technology Support Programs Learn More > Library & Tribal Archives Programs Learn More >