Student Profiles: Sherry Shabani
They say every journey gives birth to another. Sherry (Yupik Eskimo) has had the pleasure of seeing the fulfillment of her journey, culminating in graduating from Haskell Indian Nations University in Lawrence, Kansas magna cum laude (3.97 GPA) with a degree in Business Administration.

Sherry's journey has taken her a long way in terms of physical distance. She chose to attend college to progress in her career, venturing to Lawrence, Kansas from her home in Anchorage, Alaska, where she worked for a tribal consortium that managed the Native hospital. »More

Nissan North America, Inc. Announces $85,000 Grant to American Indian College Fund for Scholarships and Support
Denver, Colorado – June 12, 2009– Nissan North America, Inc. announced it is renewing its commitment to American Indian education in 2009-10 by donating $85,000 to the American Indian College Fund through its Corporate Scholars Program. The grant will fund ten tribal college scholarships and five mainstream scholarships for American Indian scholars. Nissan North America, Inc. also provided $20,000 for the Fund’s 20th anniversary gala fundraising event to be held in Denver at the Seawall Ballroom, Denver Center for the Performing Arts October 28 to bring in further scholarship donations. »More

Order Your Commemorative Phil Jackson Championship Hat Today to Benefit the American Indian College Fund!
Los Angeles Lakers Coach Phil Jackson is showing his longtime support for the American Indian College Fund by allowing us to be the exclusive distributor of the official limited edition Phil Jackson championship hat to commemorate Phil Jackson's historic coaching success and to demonstrate your support for a cause dear to Phil's heart Hats are one-size fits most and priced at $25 plus shipping and handling. To reserve your hat, please call 1-303-426-8900. Check out the story about the Phil Jackson X Hat at the Los Angeles Times and Philadelphia Enquirer.

The Paul and Edith Babson Foundation Renew $10,000 Scholarship Grant for Nebraska Student Scholarships Through American Indian College Fund
Denver, Colorado – June 8, 2009 – The Paul and Edith Babson Foundation renewed a $10,000 grant for scholarships with the American Indian College Fund. American Indian students studying business or entrepreneurial fields at Nebraska Indian Community College are eligible for scholarships.

The grant will support qualified American Indian students by providing financial resources to encourage them to complete a college degree. With an education, students can build a better life for themselves, their families, and make valuable contributions to their communities and nation. >>More