Dale Morgan / Harold (Scott) Halliday
Librería Samer Atenea
Librería Aciertas (Toledo)
Kálamo Books
Librería Perelló (Valencia)
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Donde los libros
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
The Miracle of Navajo Technical University: A Unique Institution of Higher Learning Integrating Trades Education with Academic Learning, Rigorous Research, and Economic Development explores the history, leadership, and future of the premiere educational facility on the Navajo Nation reservation.In the heart of Navajo Country, nestled among beautiful mesas and buttes, lies Navajo Technical University, which has become a beacon of hope, resilience, and transformation. This institution, built on Navajo academic excellence and Navajo culture, has not only embraced its mission to educate but has also dedicated itself to uplifting the Navajo Nation it was established to serve.Throughout its journey, beginning as a trade school to its growth as a PhD granting research university, NTU has achieved remarkable milestones that reflect its commitment to fostering a rich learning environment where students thrive both academically and personally. From innovative programs that integrate Indigenous knowledge and contemporary education to partnerships with the Navajo Nation, the National Laboratories and higher education institutions across the US, NTU stands as a testament to the power of education in promoting economic development, community empowerment, and self-determination, a model designed to provide answers to the worldwide grand challenge of generational poverty.Delving into the stories of students, faculty. staff, and community members, this book chronicles accomplishments redefining what it means to be a Tribal College. Through its dedication to Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, health, and issues important to the Navajo people, NTU has created pathways for future generations to succeed while remaining deeply rooted in Navajo identity. This book celebrates the achievements, challenges, and inspiring narratives illuminating the profound impact of this institution on the lives of individuals and the United States as a whole.
