Course Testimonials: What
Did You Think of the “Rebuilding Native Nations” Course?
Below is a sampling of the
feedback we have received from those individuals who have taken one of the
“Rebuilding Native Nations: Strategies for Governance and Development” courses
offered by the Native Nations Institute.
Current and former
elected Native nation leaders
“A solid foundation for the
building of strong tribal governments.”
“Elected officials will benefit
greatly from this course.”
“Nation-building principles
are important to know and understand in order to mobilize positive community
change.”
“This course does a good job
sharing what other tribal leaders have encountered as they engage in nation building.”
“This course is not only for
elected leaders, but up-and-coming tribal leaders as well as project
coordinators, planners, economic development directors, tribal administrators,
and students.”
“A guide to assist tribes in
developing a plan for the future.”
Tribal college and
university educators and administrators
“A valuable learning tool
for Native nations.”
“Should be required for all
tribal college faculty and staff who teach tribal citizens.”
“It provides tribal colleges
with the ability to reach audiences that may be disenfranchised by tribal
government.”
“Illustrates how a nation
can be successful and retain its culture.”
“The course content is
vitally important to Indian Country.”
“I am completely motivated
and intrigued.”
Native nation
governmental employees
“Our [tribal] departments
need this course.”
“It gives us a gauge of
where we are and where we could be.”
“A wealth of information
brought together in one cohesive and coherent course.”
“A good self-assessment
tool.”
“Practical information that
can be put to use immediately.”
“Provides an overall map or
vision of what successful nation building is and how to achieve it.”
Native nation citizens
“It makes you understand
that nation building is not an overnight thing.”
“The course drills down into
the heart of many issues that American Indians face today.”
“Inspiring for individuals
who are looking to make a change.”
“Every tribal member can
benefit from the information.”
“It gives us hope.”
“Before taking this course,
I wondered if our tribe could be successful. Now I know we can.”
