Heritage University
Project Title
For a forum on the future of higher education
Date
Mar. 02, 2017
Duration
12 months
Description
The Yakima Valley of Washington State is a diverse region, home to a large Native American community, consisting of fourteen unique tribes; a varied community of Mexican immigrants and Mexican Americans; and others of European decent. Heritage University, housed in the Yakima Valley, serves diverse, first-generation students in the area almost exclusively. With Corporation support, Heritage University will host a two-day forum on higher education, exploring key issues that affect trends particularly for first-generation students and students of color, both nationally and in Washington State.
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Project Title
For a project to increase civic engagement among Native Americans and immigrants in the Yakima Valley, Washington
Date
Dec. 15, 2011
Duration
18 months