American Indian Scholars Program, North Star Promise highlighted at Bemidji State visit

BEMIDJI - In the midst of a winter weather warning, Bemidji State's American Indian Resource Center provided a warm sanctuary for faculty, students and stakeholders to discuss the state's newest financial aid programs for higher education on Tuesday morning.

Dennis Olson, commissioner of Minnesota's Office of Higher Education, visited BSU to discuss two notable programs and their impacts with all in attendance.

Established during the 2023 state legislative session, the American Indian Scholars Program aims to provide first-dollar tuition and a fee-free pathway for college-bound American Indian students.

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