Student Organizations
Becoming involved in a student organization is a great way to make new friends who share a common interest. The University of Minnesota offers a wealth of American Indian student associations for students to become involved in. Whether your interest is in science, engineering, law, medicine, business, American Indian studies, languages or just enjoying the company of other Native students, the University of Minnesota has a place for you.
The University of Minnesota has many opportunities to become involved with more than 250 student associations and organizations. For more information on University student associations and organizations contact the Campus Involvement Center at 612.624.6919.
American Indian Student Cultural Center (104 Jones Hall) is a great place to meet and relax between classes. The mission of the cultural center is “to provide a center dedicated to promoting and preserving American Indian culture on campus, also to provide space for students to study and learn.” The Cultural Center serves a central meeting place for many American Indian student organizations. The cultural center is equipped with couches, tables, computers, a refrigerator, and a microwave. For more information, call 612.624.0243.
American Indian Dance Club offers American Indian students a chance to meet other students and become involved at the University. The mission of the association is to promote, preserve, enhance and keep cultural values and awareness through learning and practicing American Indian dances, attend powwows, and host a powwow at the University of MN annually in the Spring.
American Indian Studies Department offers undergraduate students both a minor or a major in American Indian Studies at the University. For more information, contact the American Indian Studies Department at 612.624.1338.
American Indian Law Student Association is a American Indian graduate association of University law students. For more information, contact the American Indian Learning Resource Center at 612.624.2555.
American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES)is a University chapter of the national organization that is dedicated to the shared knowledge and advancement of American Indians in many fields of study, including science, engineering, and business.
Ojibwe Language Society is dedicated to the preservation and teaching of the Ojibwe Language. For more information, contact Dennis Jones at 612.624.5738.
Dakota Language Society is a student association that is dedicated to the preservation and teaching of the Dakota language. For more information, contact The American Indian Studies Department at 612.624.1338.