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The Aaniiih Nakoda College community is celebrating the retirement of someone who has been here through just about everything : Harold Heppner. His last day is December 31, and while everyone is thrilled for him, campus won’t feel quite the same without his humor, stories, and ability to fix any technical issue we encounter. Long before computers, servers, and networks were part of daily life, Harold worked on drill rigs until he was 27. This physically demanding work eventua

This piece was originally published on https://www.aacrao.org and was written by Scott Friskics As one of 35 tribal colleges and universities in the United States, the core of Aaniiih Nakoda College ’s mission is to “maintain and revitalize the Indigenous lifeways” of the people we serve: the Aaniinen (White Clay People or Gros Ventre) and Nakoda (Assiniboine) nations of the Fort Belknap Indian Reservation in northcentral Montana.  This central element of our mission guides

New Application deadline is Dec. 15, 2025 www.ancollege.edu/nursing Aaniiih Nakoda College Nursing Program will be starting another nursing cohort next fall.  Anyone who is interested in following their passion for working in the nursing field this is a great opportunity to work as a qualified Registered Nurse in 2 years.  ANC Nursing program believes in the philosophy of “growing our own” not to compete with other nursing programs but to fill in the gaps in the shortage of q

Honoring Tradition Through Community: Aaniiih Nakoda College Buffalo Feeds In recent months, Aaniiih Nakoda College has brought students, staff, and community members together through one of the most meaningful traditions on campus — the buffalo feed. These gatherings are more than meals; they are acts of cultural continuity, community learning, and shared celebration. Each feed begins long before the first plate is served. Under the guidance of Al Kulbeck, owner of Walking S

We are pleased to announce that Aaniiih Nakoda College (ANC) has been awarded a grant through the Administration for Native Americans...

We’re thrilled to share that Aaniiih Nakoda College has been named one of the nation’s Opportunity Colleges and Universities  in the...

We’re excited to share some big news—Aaniiih Nakoda College is being featured on The College Tour , a national series that spotlights...

A recent video by Wellspring Media offers an intimate look into the hands-on experiences of interns at the ʔíítaanɔ́ɔ́nʔí/Tatag'a Buffalo...

Serena Chandler - Good Strike Woman My name is Serena Chandler, or Good Strike Woman. I am Aaniinen, from the Fort Belknap Indian...

Introducing a new monthly newsletter! Get to know our amazing students! Daniel Henry - Thunder Birds Cry/voice My name is Daniel Henry...

We’re beyond excited to share that Aaniiih Nakoda College has received funding to continue our Namibia Field Course – Targeted STEM...

We are so happy to have you here at Aaniiih Nakoda College as we kick off another semester! Whether you're returning or joining us for...

President Sean Chandler signs the Buffalo Treaty in November 2023 On November 6, 2023, Aaniiih Nakoda College (ANC) proudly became the...

Program to Begin Coursework in 2026, Pending Accreditation Approval Aaniiih Nakoda College is proud to announce its plan to introduce a...

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Brandon Scott LongFox, Medicine Elk - He?ága Pežúda. Brandon’s journey ended on...

The Jeannette Rankin 2025 Scholar Grant Application is now open!  Applications and letter of recommendations are due by  February 16,...

The College Tour recently filmed students on campus for an episode set to premiere in May 2025! The College Tour is an exciting series...