The case for an executive order similar to those enjoyed by historically black colleges and universities and Hispanic institutions is clear and would help tribal colleges harness the federal resources necessary for their survival.
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Executive Orders : President Clinton can make tribal colleges a priority at all levels of government
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The Land Grant Tribal College: Tribally controlled colleges may seek status as land grant institutions
In the past twenty-five years, colleges and universities from Washington, D.C. to American Samoa have been designated as land grant institutions providing programs ranging from community development to small business administration. Now tribal colleges are wondering if they should also pursue land grant status, a step that would acknowledge their unique service to reservations and make them eligible for participation in valuable federal programs.





