About Us

NASS provides to Native American (NA) and Alaskan Native (AN) students services to support their academic success, including academic advising, guidance and referrals to appropriate student services. Cultural enrichment and social activities that will improve and enhance student involvement in their educational experiences are also an important connection to student success at PSU.

• NASS coordinates with the Educational Equity Programs and Services (EEPS) offices; the Diversity Recognition Scholarship Program, the Native American Student and Community Center, the Student Support Services/Educational Opportunity Program, and the Tutoring Center as key services for the retention and success of the NA/AN students.

• Provides advising, counseling, advocacy, and referral to appropriate student services and intervention assistance.

• Conducts Annual Financial Aid and Scholarship workshops. Assists students in their search for scholarships and with completing the application process.

• Provides leadership development opportunities and guidance to NA/AN students by involving them in numerous activities and internships throughout the year.

• Assists Native American student clubs on campus - United Indian Students in Higher Education (UISHE) and the American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) – to provide connections to campus life .

• Coordinates services provided by Portland Urban Indian Programs and community organizations such as the Native American Youth Association (NAYA), Native American Rehabilitation Association (NARA), and the Title VII Indian Education Program to benefit of NA/AN students.

• Sponsors the yearly NA/AN Graduation Honor Day Ceremony and serves as liaison to American Indian/Alaskan Native Tribes.