10/7/2026 1:27:00 PM EST

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10/7/2026 10:58:00 AM EST

Email your submissions to:

• LDisel@sagchip.org • KCondon@sagchip.org

For more information, please call us at: 989-775-4508

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10/6/2026 2:52:00 PM EST

Miigwetch Anita Heard for her photo of the “Washing Rock”

Our mission is to support indigenous youth to develop healthy lifestyles and positive relationships with the natural world, to achieve their full potential and to become leaders in their communities

If you are interested in registering your child in our Project Venture Program or have ANY questions, please contact: MMcCreery@sagchip.org

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10/6/2026 12:46:27 PM EST

Email your submissions to:

• LDisel@sagchip.org • KCondon@sagchip.org

For more information, please call us at: 989-775-4508

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10/6/2026 11:09:00 AM EST

The film’s producers, Adam and

Zack Khalil, will be on site as

a part of the film screening.

Free community screening!

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10/6/2026 9:18:00 AM EST

Go To Tribal Observer ->

Mary Pelcher, Dean of Academics

The Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College is proud to announce the Higher Learning Commission’s approval of the college’s Bachelor of Arts in Anishinaabe and Indigenous Studies program. The addition of a bachelor’s program marks a historic milestone in SCTC’s growth and commitment to Anishinaabe and Indigenous higher education.

The Anishinaabe and Indigenous Studies program is SCTC’s first four-year degree. 

In 1998, the Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Council adopted a resolution establishing SCTC as a tribally controlled college and formed a governing Board of Regents. 

The primary focus of SCTC is to build a bridge between tribal students and higher education. SCTC is chartered as a public institution for all people in the community. 

“In 2024, the Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College celebrated the opening of its new campus building,” said Chief Luke Sprague, a SCTC alumnus. “Now, the college looks toward another exciting milestone – the launch of the Bachelor of Arts in Anishinaabe and Indigenous Studies. A bachelor’s program will create new opportunities for SCTC alumni, current students, and future students to continue their education; to earn a bachelor’s degree after completing their associate degree.” 

Chief Sprague continued, “The addition of a bachelor’s program will strengthen SCTC’s commitment to preserving and sharing Anishinaabe and Indigenous culture, history, language, traditions, and knowledge for generations to come. SCTC envisions becoming a destination in Michigan and throughout Indian Country for students seeking an education enriched by Indigenous perspectives. 

“The Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Council extends a heartfelt chi-miigwetch to SCTC President Carla Sineway, the SCTC faculty, Board of Regents, staff, students, community members, and everyone who has helped bring this vision closer to reality.”

SCTC President Carla Sineway said the vision of the Tribal College is to “expand educational opportunities in a nurturing environment that embraces and integrates the cultural uniqueness of the Anishinaabek.” 
Sineway said earning this new degree meaningfully reflects that vision. 

“This accomplishment demonstrates humility at its finest and reflects a genuine commitment to serving others rather than seeking recognition,” Sineway said. “An undying commitment to the vision kept the momentum alive, even when the challenges seemed overwhelming. The SCTC staff and students, along with the broader community, have continually supported efforts to expand educational opportunities.” 

Sineway continued, “This collective support has been a key driver of the college’s growth and has helped turn a vision into meaningful opportunities for generations of learners. The Bachelor of Arts in Anishinaabe and Indigenous studies represents more than the addition of a new academic program. It represents perseverance, collaboration, and a continued commitment to creating educational opportunities that honor Anishinaabe culture, strengthen the community, and carry the college’s vision forward.”

SCTC currently offers associate degrees in liberal arts, general science, Anishinaabe and Indigenous studies, and business. 

The new bachelor’s degree is expected the create additional pathways for students seeking careers in education, tribal government, cultural preservation, language, community development, public service, nonprofit leadership, and Indigenous advocacy while also preparing graduates for advance academic study. 

The Bachelor of Arts in Anishinaabe and Indigenous Studies is planning to launch in Fall of 2027. 

For more information, please contact Mary Pelcher, dean of academics, at mapelcher@sagchip.edu.

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10/5/2026 7:00:00 AM EST

The Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan ("SCIT" or "Tribe") seeks proposals from qualified consulting firms, housing market analysts, research organizations, universities, economic development consultants, or multidisciplinary teams to conduct a comprehensive housing needs, feasibility, and strategic development assessment of the Tribe’s Indian areas. The Tribe is seeking data on the regional housing demand, tribal member and workforce needs, market feasibility, development opportunities, financial funding opportunities, and ultimately a go / no-go decision framework. 

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10/2/2026 10:41:00 AM EST

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Hello, wanted to share some exciting updates the Saginaw Chippewa Housing Department has made over the last year ??

Have a great rest of your evening!

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10/2/2026 10:31:00 AM EST

Reminder for tribal youth:

Nimkee Fitness is hosting a youth fitness competition for all Mt Pleasant and Shepherd (Oasis, Odyssey, and Renaissance schools included) tribal students!

Tribal youth ages 12-17: stop out to Nimkee Fitness on Monday or on the 15th! We will host this event from 10AM-4PM on both days, parents, you may drop off your students/youth at any time during that time slot. It should take students about 1 hour to complete all or as many exercises as they'd like, the more exercises they do, the more points they receive for their team!

Please reach out or stop by Nimkee Fitness center for questions and info. Please see flyer attached for more info as well.

It's Mt Pleasant tribal youth vs Shepherd tribal youth, who will win? ????????

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