Struggle for Federal Support: The Navajo Community College's Quest for a Permanent Home, 1970-01-01 - 1970-12-31

Item — Box: 197, Folder: 20

Identifier: CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_005

Scope and Contents

The Navajo Community College, the first college created and run by Indians on a reservation, is seeking federal funding to move permanently to nearby land. The college offers courses in vocational training, teaching, health care, law, Navajo culture, and English. The government has given support but has not provided funding yet, causing doubts among the Navajo people. The success of the college is well-known nationally, but funding delays are causing concern for the future of the college and its students.

Dates

Creation: 1970-01-01 - 1970-12-31

Creator

From the Collection: Harris, Fred R., 32nd Chair of the Democratic National Committee (1969-1970); United States Senator from Oklahoma (1964-1973), 1930- (Person)

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