Collaborate With Tribal Nations

CIS believes in the efficacy of the Indigenous Mentoring Program (IMP) and wants to provide an opportunity for faculty, staff, and administrators to take their education and training a step further through our Tribal Community Workshop (TCW). 

CIS is offering a two-day place-based workshop in which faculty, staff, and administrators will visit a Montana Tribal Territory and gain valuable local knowledge. Tribal members will present their views on STEM education and community issues. These workshops will provide UM participants with connection to tribal communities in Montana and further understanding of their mission for Indigenous students while creating opportunities for collaboration.

The TCW will be held once in the spring semester of each academic year and accommodate up to 15 applicants. 

TCW Details

• Travel, lodging, and speaker fees will be covered by CIS.
• All academic disciplines encouraged to apply.
• Applicants must first complete the IMP series in full in order to qualify (those who have completed IMP in previous years are welcome and encouraged to apply).
• Faculty, staff, and administrators who complete the IMP and TCW programs will earn a professional certificate and will be acknowledged by supervisors, the Provost, department Chair, and Dean.

Location & Application

• Spring 2024 Date: Thursday, April 11 to Saturday, April 13
• Location: Browning, MT
• Application Deadline: Friday, February 9, 2024