Tribal Education Initiative
The 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó is situated on the traditional homelands of the Nuwu (Southern Paiute) peoples. The Numa, the Newe, the Nuwuvi, Wasi siw, and Pipa Aha Macav have stewarded the lands of the Great Basin for generations. Please visit the to learn more about the 28 Tribal Nations, Bands, Councils, and the 62,000-plus urban American Indians who call Nevada home.
Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation and 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó Tribal Education Initiative
The Tribal Education Initiative at 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó, funded by a grant from the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation, was established to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to excel in management roles within Tribal gaming and hospitality enterprises. Housed within the top-ranked Harrah College of Hospitality at 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó, this unique initiative leverages the college’s extensive expertise in gaming and hospitality to create exceptional learning opportunities for both degree-seeking and non-degree-seeking students interested in Tribal gaming and hospitality careers.
Program Highlights
The Tribal Education Initiative is devoted to helping students learn the nuances of Native American business enterprises, such as casinos, hotels, cultural centers, etc., while addressing the specific educational needs of Tribal citizens. Students range from recent high school graduates to working professionals. Offerings include:
- Undergraduate and graduate degrees in Hospitality Management (online and on-campus) from the top-ranked Harrah College of Hospitality
- World-class education that infuses both commercial and Tribal aspects into the curriculum
- Annual summer camps for Native high school students
- Opportunity to participate in Tribal-focused internship and mentorship programs
- Campus-wide support network for Native students
- Annual executive education program for professionals already working in Tribal gaming or hospitality
- Custom training and certificate programs for Tribal enterprises
Tribal Education Initiative Mission
Prepare current and future generations of American Indians to be leaders in the Tribal gaming and hospitality industries.
Goals
- Provide innovative, comprehensive Tribal-focused educational opportunities through the top-ranked 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó Harrah College of Hospitality
- Build relationships and partnerships with Tribal Nations, enterprises, colleges, and high schools.
- Engage Native students in their home communities while resourcing families
- Cultivate academic, cultural, and transitional support services for Native students at 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó
- Strengthen alumni commitment to the tradition of reciprocity
Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation
The Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation is dedicated to helping tribal communities achieve sustainable economic independence through education. With the support of the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation, 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó’s Tribal Education Initiative is realizing that vision by making hospitality and gaming education more accessible and relevant to the needs of Tribal citizens everywhere. Additional funding from the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation contributes to the 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó Boyd School of Law’s Indian Nations Gaming & Governance program to support J.D. and L.L.M. students, academic and policy research, and conferences and symposia that examine current issues in tribal gaming and governance.
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How Can You Get Involved?
If you wish to learn more about the learning opportunities through the 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó Tribal Education Initiative, please send an inquiry to program director Tammi Tiger (email: tammi.tiger@unlv.edu / phone: 702-895-3334).
Meet the Team
Tammi Tiger
Vince Eade
Support 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó Tribal Education
The Harrah College of Hospitality invites you to be part of the Tribal Education Initiative by making a philanthropic gift. Your contribution helps support tribal outreach efforts as well as scholarships and professional development opportunities for Native students. Please contact Harrah College of Hospitality director of development Amanda Behnke to find out how you can get involved.