Student Resources

The Indigenous Student Center can help navigate campus resources, be a listening ear, and strengthen identity.

Student Organizations

At the University of North Dakota, there are various cultural and identity-based student organizations available for Indigenous students; these organizations are open to all students. Learn more about student organizations on the Involvement Page or visit the Student Involvement Office (Memorial Union Suite 144). Here are the active Indigenous student organizations for the 2026-2027 academic year:

• Advancing Indigenous Science and Engineering Society (AISES)
• Association of Native American Medical Students (ANAMS)
• Native American Law Students Association (NALSA)
• Native Americans into Criminal Justice Association (NACJA)
• University of North Dakota Indigenous Association (UNDIA)

The Smudging Room

The Indigenous Student Center designated Room 109 in the center for all of those who participate in smudging practices.

Sage, Sweetgrass & Cedar

The University of North Dakota recognizes the spiritual significance of the American Indian/Alaskan Native, and the burning of sage, sweet grass or cedar for purification and prayer is allowed to follow the traditional culture and spiritual practice. More information can be found in the UND Code of Student Life.

Scholarships Opportunities

If you have questions or concerns, please contact the Indigenous Student Center.

External & National Scholarships

• American Indian College Fund
• Partners with Native Americans
• Advancing Indigenous Science and Engineering Society (AISES)
• American Indian Services
• Cobell Scholarship
• Indian Health Service (IHS)
• Native Forward
• Udall Foundation
• Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)
• Tribal Affiliation Scholarships: Contact your tribal higher education department for scholarship opportunities.

Internal & State Scholarships

• Scholarship Central
• North Dakota Native American Scholarship

Academic Services & Career Engagement

Academic Services & Career Engagement Services are available to all students to assist with their academic success. Support is offered through tutoring, academic advising, testing services, career engagement, study abroad and more.

Food Resources for Students

All current UND students are welcome to visit the Food for Thought Food Pantry, located on the first floor of the Memorial Union in Room 138. Food For Thought provides nonperishable food items and personal hygiene products to students in need.

Reporting Bias, Discrimination, & Harassment

The University of North Dakota does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, creed, marital status, veteran's status, political belief or affiliation or any other status protected by law.

Sex discrimination includes discrimination based upon sex, gender identity and sexual orientation, including acts of sexual violence, dating/domestic violence, stalking, and sexual harassment.

Individuals who report policy violations or participate in investigations have protection from retaliation.

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