At Salish Kootenai College (SKC), we believe education is most powerful when it is rooted in tradition and community. We recently opened our doors to the world for a unique opportunity. Consequently, we are honored to announce that SKC is officially featured in the latest season of the award-winning series The College Tour, now streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
A Reflection of Our Community
This episode is more than a look at a campus. Instead, it is a celebration of our “living classroom” here in the Mission Valley. This feature highlights the revitalization of our ancestral languages and groundbreaking research in STEM. Furthermore, ten remarkable students and alumni shared their authentic stories to help build this episode.
For instance, you will hear from students like Wacey McClure. He carries the voices of our ancestors into the future through language studies. Similarly, Anna Robertson traveled from Alaska to find a home in our pre-dental program. These are not just success stories. Rather, they are “buffalo trails” of resilience, service, and innovation.
Education for Everyone
While we are a leader in Indigenous higher education, our doors are open to everyone. SKC is an open-enrollment institution. We proudly welcome Native and non-Native students from all backgrounds and over 60 different tribes. Whether you are from the local community or traveling from afar, you will find a supportive “family” here.
Coffee with President Munson
The feature includes an intimate “Coffee with the President” segment with our own Dr. Michael Munson. During this candid conversation, Dr. Munson reflects on her own journey as a student and leader. She explains how SKC supports students through a variety of unique needs. Additionally, she discusses our mission to meet the needs of our tribal nations. This includes our master’s program in Natural Resource Management and the nation’s only Tribal Historic Preservation program.
Join the Journey
It truly “takes a village” to bring a project like this to life. We are grateful to the students, faculty, and staff who shared what SKC means to them. Therefore, we invite you to sit with us for a while and experience the spirit of the Bison.
Whether you seek your own path or wish to learn about Indigenous higher education, we have gathered everything in one place. Explore the beauty and the heart of SKC today!