Extension (USDA-NIFA)
Red Lake Nation College Community Connections: Supporting Sovereignty in Food, Culture, Health, and Education 2022-2026
to strengthen cultural, health, food, and education sovereignty. We’re striving to expand community knowledge and experience in traditional culture, art, wellness, nutrition, and Anishinaabe ways of learning.
Research
Exploring Cover Crops to Improve Soil Properties and Vegetable Production for the Red Lake Nation 2022-25
To enhance research capacity and provide student research opportunities, while working on developing a model to include soil-improving cover crops in vegetable rotations for the Red Lake Nation. Additionally, we’re building partnerships to ensure the success of this project.
Community Mental Health Addressed Through Cultural Connections and Experiential Therapy 2019-2023
The Red Lake Nation College Extension Program focuses on community mental health and wellness and interactions with natural resources through Ojibwe traditional practices. We have in-person and online workshops in traditional practices, mental and physical health, and cultural connections for students and community members of all ages.
Shelly Knight – Drum Making
Elder, Singer – Drum Feast 2019
Buck and Thomas Barrett Sr – Wild ricing
Healing Garden and Traditional Foodways Workshops
North Central Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Garden and Workshops – 2021
Supports the development of the RLNC Extension Program healing garden located in the back of the college campus and traditional food workshops for students and community members.
Bonnie Ekstrom, and students from St. Mary’s Mission School – Rock painting
Wes Jourdain and students from St. Mary’s Mission School – Ojibwe Language activity
EXCITE – Extension Collaboration On Immunization Teaching And Engagement Covid-19 Focus: Vaccinate With Confidence – 2021-22
EXCITE – Extension Collaboration On Immunization Teaching And Engagement Covid-19 Focus: Vaccinate With Confidence – 2021-22
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Research (USDA-NIFA) – 2020-22
Soil Properties and Impacts of Cover Crops: Student Research at Red Lake Nation College
This is a collaboration between RLNC and the Grossman Lab at UMN-Twin Cities. Each RLNC student research intern is paired with a UMN graduate student mentor. Cover crop research plots have just been established on the Red Lake farm by the 3 interns in 2021 and the Grossman Lab team. Student interns will collect data on cover crops, insect visitors, and soil properties and present research posters on their results in collaboration with their mentors.
Raven Roberts (RLNC intern) and Rebecca Fudge (UMN graduate student) taking soil samples
Kristin Roberts (RLNC intern) and Marie Schaedel (UMN graduate student) taking soil samples
Alyssa Webster (RLNC intern) planting cover crops.
Facilities Support (USDA- RD) – Annual
This annual funding is available through the USDA-Rural Development Tribal College Initiative Grants program. At RLNC, we use it to support building maintenance equipment, computer replacement cycle, vehicles, and other equipment needs.
Values
At RLNC, we use, follow, encourage, and support the 7 Ojibwe Values of:
From the moment I stepped onto campus, I was welcomed by a vibrant community of dedicated educators, supportive staff, and diverse peers. The faculty at Red Lake Nation College demonstrated a genuine passion for their subjects and a commitment to fostering intellectual curiosity among students. The engaging and challenging coursework not only expanded my knowledge but also encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills that will undoubtedly serve me well in my future endeavors.
I am delighted to express my sincere gratitude for the transformative experience I’ve had at Red Lake Nation College. The exceptional faculty, cutting-edge curriculum, and vibrant campus community have not only enriched my academic journey but also fostered personal growth. RLNC has provided me with invaluable opportunities to engage in hands-on research, collaborate with passionate peers, and develop critical thinking skills that will undoubtedly shape my future. I am proud to be a part of this institution, and I am confident that the knowledge and experiences gained here will propel me towards success.
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