Navajo Technical University facts for kids
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| Type | Public tribal land-grant university |
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| Established | 1979 |
| President | Dr. Elmer Guy |
| Dean | Dr. Casmir Agbaraji |
| Students | 1,777 |
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| Campus | Urban/suburban reserve |
| Mascot | Skyhawk |
| Website | www.navajotech.edu |
Navajo Technical University (NTU) is a special college for the Navajo Nation people. It is a public university located in Crownpoint and Kirtland, New Mexico. NTU also has learning sites in Chinle, Arizona and Teec Nos Pos, Arizona.
NTU is the largest tribal college in the United States. It is also a "land-grant university." This means the U.S. government gave land or money to help start the university. NTU has been officially recognized since 2005. It is home to the first program on an Indian reservation that trains people to be veterinary technicians. These technicians help animal doctors.
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The Story of NTU: How It Began
Navajo Technical University was started by the Navajo Nation in 1979. It was first called the Navajo Skill Center. Its main goal was to help people who did not have jobs. The center wanted to teach them useful skills.
Over time, the school grew and changed its goals. In 1985, it was renamed the Crownpoint Institute of Technology. Then, in 1994, it became a land-grant college. This happened along with 31 other tribal colleges. In 2006, the Navajo Nation Council approved another name change to Navajo Technical College. Finally, in 2013, the school became Navajo Technical University.
What NTU Offers Students
NTU provides many helpful services for its students. These services make college life easier.
- Students and teachers can live in housing at the Crownpoint campus.
- There is a childcare center for students with young children.
- Students have access to modern computer technology.
- The university offers a full library with many resources.
Learning Programs at NTU
NTU has many different learning programs. Students can earn various types of degrees. These include certificates, associate degrees, and bachelor's degrees.
The university also offers a Master of Arts degree in Diné Studies. Diné is the Navajo word for "Navajo people." This program helps students learn about Navajo language and culture. In 2023, NTU started a new program. Students can now earn a doctoral degree in Diné language and culture.
Working Together: NTU Partnerships
NTU is part of a group called the American Indian Higher Education Consortium (AIHEC). This group includes many colleges started by tribes or the government. NTU was created to help American Indians get a college education.
Many students live in areas far from other schools. NTU helps these students get an education after high school. It provides a way for them to continue learning.
Student Life at NTU
Most students at Navajo Technical University are American Indian or Alaska Native. As of Fall 2023, about 97% of the students were from these groups. A small number of students are Black or Hispanic.
Many students at NTU come from low-income families. About 60% of students are considered low-income. The university works to support all its students.
More Information About NTU
- Official website: http://www.navajotech.edu/
