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Wakiya Foundation Works to Expand Pathways to Good Jobs for Rural Native Learners
Ascendium is pleased to shine a spotlight on the Wakiya Foundation, one of three current grant partners working to address barriers faced by rural Native American learners. The Wakiya Foundation is using labor market data to pilot the development of new bachelor’s degree programs at three tribal colleges and universities. Learn more about the Wakiya Foundation and how their partnership with Western Governors University will help expand employment opportunities for rural adult learners at Montana tribal colleges.
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