American Indian Higher Education Consortium
At a glance:
- Series: American Indians Ready Reference
- Categories: Social Issues, Reform, and Protest
- Subcategories: Native Americans, American Indians, Organizations, Agencies, Institutions
- Curriculum: American History 1951-present, American Indian History, Canadian History
- Geographical Location: Canada, United States
- Date: Established 1972
Article abstract: The American Indian Higher Education Consortium promotes tribally controlled colleges and monitors state and federal legislation affecting Indian higher education.
The American Indian Higher Education Consortium (AIHEC) was formed by six tribal college leaders in 1972 to protect the interests of tribally controlled colleges in the United States and Canada. The overall goal of the organization is to ensure survival of tribal colleges, maintain Indian control of the colleges, and secure an adequate funding base. The consortium promotes culturally...
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