The American Indian and Alaska Native Student's Guide to College Success

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Choosing the right college is a big decision for most people. American Indian and Alaska Natives are no exception, but finding a college that offers a good educational program in their major plus a strong support system for tribal traditions makes that decision even more complex. This volume will help Native people clarify their postsecondary aspirations, improve their college choice, and increase their success in college. After a thorough examination of the issues that should be considered, Pavel and Inglebret present the different types of colleges available, programs and services to meet the special needs of Native students, and financial aid options. By answering many of the basic questions students have about going to college, Pavel and Inglebret help to demystify the process and encourage more Native students to pursue a college education. Special features include: -A list of colleges with Native American studies, and those most friendly to Native Americans' needs -A list of sources for financial aid, with contact information -Interviews with Native American students on all aspects of their college experiences -Suggestions for students on how to balance their new college experiences with their community and heritage

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This volume will help Native people clarify their postsecondary aspirations, improve their college choice, and increase their success in college. After a thorough examination of the issues that should be considered, Pavel and Inglebret present the different types of colleges available, programs and services to meet the special needs of Native students, and financial aid options. By answering many of the basic questions students have about going to college, Pavel and Inglebret help to demystify the process and encourage more Native students to pursue a college education. * National Indian Education Association *
Pavel and Inglebret offer a practical guide for American Indian and Alaska Native people of all ages who are interested in successfully getting a college degree. Coverage includes profiles of three successful college students talking about success; American Indian and Alaska Native worldviews and postsecondary access and achievement; financial aid; maintaining spiritual, mental, and physical well-being; getting prepared to ensure success in college; developing problem-solving and critical- thinking skills; internet resources; exemplary four-year institutions with a holistic approach to Native student recruitment and achievement, and tribal colleges and universities; the circular journey of college success, centered on cultural identity as the core of student success; and additional student profiles describing individual students' successful college experiences. * Reference & Research Book News *

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D. Michael Pavel (CHiXapkaid, ancestral name Snokomish, tribal affiliation) Associate Professor of Higher Education at Washington State University, is nationally renown researcher on issues dealing with American Indian and Alaska Native access and achievement in higher education. He is an enrolled member of the Skokomish Nation and active traditional bearer. A frequent speakers at events across the country, Dr. Pavel is married to Susan Pavel and has two sons, Kaid'dub and Akea. Ella Inglebret is Assistant Professor of the Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences at Washington State University.