Press Release | 91ÃÛÌÒ Creating Leaders for Tomorrow Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:39:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 /wp-content/uploads/2024/03/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Press Release | 91ÃÛÌÒ 32 32 Sandia National Laboratories and Los Alamos National Laboratory Visit NTU /sandia-national-laboratories-and-los-alamos-national-laboratory-visit-ntu/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:39:21 +0000 /?p=17425 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 7, 2026 Sandia National Laboratories and Los Alamos National Laboratory Visit 91ÃÛÌÒ to Strengthen Academic and Workforce Partnerships Crownpoint, NM — 91ÃÛÌÒ (NTU) hosted representatives from Sandia National Laboratories, led by newly appointed Director Laura McGill, along with representatives from Los Alamos National…

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]]> 91ÃÛÌÒ Archery Team Competes at 2026 AIHEC Conference /navajo-technical-university-archery-team-competes-at-2026-aihec-conference/ Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:57:38 +0000 /?p=16677 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 17th, 2026 Bismarck, ND — 91ÃÛÌÒ (NTU) proudly recognizes its Archery Team for competing in the 2026 American Indian Higher Education Consortium (AIHEC) Student Conference, where Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) from across the nation gather to showcase student talent, leadership, and cultural pride. Throughout the competition…

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]]> 91ÃÛÌÒ Recognized by Achieving the Dream as a 2026 Leader College /navajo-technical-university-recognized-by-achieving-the-dream-as-a-2026-leader-college/ Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:50:30 +0000 /?p=16301 Crownpoint, New Mexico — 91ÃÛÌÒ announced today that it has been designated a 2026 Leader College by Achieving the Dream (ATD), a national organization committed to advancing community colleges as accessible hubs of learning, credentialing, and economic mobility. Leader Colleges are recognized for meaningful progress in expanding access; improving early momentum metrics…

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]]> Diné Higher Education Act Signed into Law /dine-higher-education-act-signed-into-law/ Sat, 14 Feb 2026 04:21:55 +0000 /?p=15487 WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. — On Friday, February 13, 2026, at the Navajo Nation President’s Office in Window Rock, leaders from 91ÃÛÌÒ (NTU) joined representatives from Diné College and the Office of Navajo Nation Scholarship and Financial Assistance (ONNSFA) for the official signing of Legislation No. 0169-25, the Diné Higher Education Grant Fund Act. The legislation was signed into…

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]]> NTU Students Represent at the New Mexico State Capitol /ntu-students-represent-at-the-new-mexico-state-capitol/ Sat, 07 Feb 2026 07:50:49 +0000 /?p=15099 SANTA FE, NM — Students, staff, and administrators from 91ÃÛÌÒ (NTU) traveled to the New Mexico State Capitol in Santa Fe to participate in the 39th Annual American Indian Day at the Legislature on Friday, February 6, 2026. Hosted by the New Mexico Indian Affairs Department, the annual event honored Native American citizens and leaders while recognizing their enduring…

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]]> Empowering the Next Generation: NTEC Invests in NTU Student Success /empowering-the-next-generation-ntec-invests-in-ntu-student-success/ Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:55:16 +0000 /?p=13757 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT CROWNPOINT, NM – January 14, 2026 – 91ÃÛÌÒ (NTU) announced today that the National Transitional Energy Company (NTEC) has donated $35,000 to support student scholarships and strengthen technical education at the university. The donation includes $15,000 for student scholarships and grants and $20,000 for equipment for NTU’s…

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]]> From Arena to Academia: A Conversation with Miss Indian Rodeo 2026 /from-arena-to-academia-a-conversation-with-miss-indian-rodeo-2026-2/ Fri, 07 Nov 2025 22:16:06 +0000 /?p=11413 Crownpoint, NM – On November 4, 2025, 91ÃÛÌÒ’s Office of Institutional Data and Reporting hosted an event at the Wellness Center with Cajaun, a current student in the Diné Culture, Language, and Leadership program, who is set to graduate in Spring 2026. Sheena Begay welcomed attendees, and NTU’s Mr. Wilbur Tso led the presentation, congratulating the rodeo queen.

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]]> NTU Nursing Students Build Skills in Compassionate, Trauma-Informed Care /ntu-nursing-students-build-skills-in-compassionate-trauma-informed-care/ Tue, 30 Sep 2025 23:19:20 +0000 /?p=10126 Ft. Defiance, AZ—On September 15 – 18, 2025, 91ÃÛÌÒ nursing students participated in FDIHB’s Trauma-Informed Care Intensive, led by trainers from the National Native Children’s Trauma Center, University of Montana, inside the Conference Room of the Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board. During the event, students engaged in discussions covering foundational topics on trauma…

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]]> Cook, Create, and Celebrate: NTU Culinary Arts Program Recognized as ACF Western Region Finalist /cook-create-and-celebrate-ntu-culinary-arts-program-recognized-as-acf-western-region-finalist/ Thu, 11 Sep 2025 22:52:00 +0000 /?p=10065 Las Vegas, NV – On July 31, 2025, 91ÃÛÌÒ’s Culinary Arts Program and Chef Robert L. Witte were named finalists for the Western Region. The American Culinary Federation (ACF) recognizes outstanding member achievements, making this a significant honor. Chef Witte, along with colleagues Chef Brian Tatsukawa, Chef Sheila Begay, Chef Lorencita Billiman, Chef Melvina Jones…

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]]> BHP Fuels NTU Dreams: Chinle Students Awarded Scholarships /bhp-fuels-ntu-dreams-chinle-students-awarded-scholarships/ Thu, 14 Aug 2025 01:20:18 +0000 /?p=9575 Chinle, Arizona— On August 8, 2025, 91ÃÛÌÒ proudly announced that students from our Chinle instructional site received scholarships from Broken Hill Proprietary (BHP) for the second year. These scholarships honor their academic dedication and commitment to higher education and training. Dennis Dedman, NTU Lead Security, opened the ceremony with a prayer that expressed NTU’s…

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