Weaving Our Stories Conference
Students were treated to multiple workshops, activities, cultural entertainment, and presentations, all centered on the theme “Building Community During Turbulent Times.”
The Native American Serving Nontribal Institutions (NASNTI) program has a dual mission:
- Foster student success and readiness for global competitiveness by upholding educational excellence and ensuring equal access.
- Eliminate barriers to success for Native American and underserved students at USU Blanding through high-impact, holistic mental health interventions and transformative academic empowerment.
NASNTI I
Mentorship
As a Native American student at USU Blanding, you'll have a dedicated mentor to guide you, offer academic support, and assist with any challenges you may face during your studies.
You can also join the Native American Summer Mentorship program, a hands-on opportunity at the Logan campus where you will participate in experiential laboratory and field exercises while getting the USU main campus experience. A stipend will be provided during attendance.
Cultural Preservation
Attend an exclusive life and career skills course designed to tie modern student life to traditional Navajo culture. Taught by Native American Professor Dr. Clayton Long, USU 1045 Habits of Mind—My Ideal Future is based on the “Navajo Legend of the Hero Twins.”
Our mission is to promote student achievement and preparation for global competitiveness by fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access. The NASNTI grants assist in planning, developing, undertaking, and carrying out activities to improve and expand NASNTI institutions’ capacity to serve Native American students.
NASNTI II
Mental Health
Get the support you need, when you need it. NASNTI II provides you access to a professional, on-campus counselor to provide confidential support at no cost to you.
See Student Counseling Services
Appreciative Academic Advising
Accelerate the transition from high school to university by leveraging Appreciative Advising and GallupStrengths to provide Native American and underserved students with elite academic advocacy, proactive retention strategies, and seamless transcript management.
Weaving Our Stories Conference
The Weaving Our Stories Conference at USU Blanding connects Native American and underserved students with faculty and staff to build a stronger, more supportive campus. By blending cultural heritage with college goals, the conference helps students gain confidence while giving mentors the tools to better understand and advocate for them. It is a shared space where everyone works together to ensure student success and community growth.
We want you to get involved!
From guest speakers and conferences to book clubs and celebrations during Native American Heritage Month, there's something for everyone. Dive into immersive experiences like river trips down the San Juan River or cultural immersion trips to the Logan campus. Plus, don't miss out on opportunities like the Internship Extension Program and collaboration with USUSA for exciting student activities. Join us in celebrating Native American culture and fostering community connections through a diverse range of projects and activities!
For more information about NASNTI I/II resources or programming, contact:
Nicole Black
Mental HealthTherapist
NASNTII
Phone: (435) 678-8526
Email: nicole.black@usu.edu
Office Location: Blanding, BAC118
Joao Bueno
Grant Director - NASNTI II
Native American Serving Nontribal Institutions (NASNTI)
Phone: (435) 678-8212
Email: joao.bueno@usu.edu
Office Location: Blanding, Admin 102
Schedule an Appointment
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