# National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week

This is a symbolic resolution that designates the week of February 28, 2021, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week." In practical terms, this means Congress is officially recognizing and celebrating tribal colleges and universities during that specific week. It's not a law that creates new programs or changes how anything works—it's more like a formal acknowledgment or proclamation.

Tribal colleges and universities are institutions that serve Native American students and communities. There are about 30 of these colleges across the United States, many located on or near tribal lands. They play an important role in providing higher education access to Native American students who might otherwise face barriers to attending traditional four-year universities. These schools often teach tribal history, culture, and languages alongside standard academic subjects.

By designating this week, Congress is essentially saying "we recognize the importance of these institutions." This kind of recognition can help raise awareness about tribal colleges, potentially encourage more students to consider attending them, and highlight their contributions to Native American communities. However, it doesn't provide any new funding, change any policies, or create any new requirements. It's a symbolic gesture rather than a substantive change to how tribal colleges operate or are funded. The main practical effect is that it gives these institutions a moment of national recognition and may encourage media coverage and public attention during that week.

Expressing support for designation of the week beginning February 28, 2021, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week".

O'Halleran, Tom

 <p>This resolution supports the designation of National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week. </p>