Seven Generations Education Institute is pleased to announce the attainment of accreditation from the World Indigenous Nations Higher Education Consortium, both as an educational institute and for the post-graduate program Andaa Wiinjigewin.
This is a very prestigious award as it is recognition which comes from indigenous educators and institutions from around the world.
WINHEC granted the Seven Generations Education Institute full accreditation rights and privileges for 10 years.
They have been encouraged to exercise its right to tribal sovereignty and self-determination, and to broaden its graduate level offerings.
Seven Generations also has been deemed worthy of emulation by other indigenous institutions of higher learning.
Elder Anne Wilson accepted the symbolic WINHEC Basket of Traditional Knowledge and Teachings.
Song filled the room as Dr. Manulani Meyer led the singing of a Hawaiian ole, which spoke about the meaning of the reed basket with utmost care so all could be carried to the future.
“We have travelled a long journey of creating successful opportunities for Anishinaabe students,” noted Seven Generations CEO Delbert Horton.
“We are pleased that our peers across the world have recognized the high quality of our operations,” he added.
“Seven Generations Education Institute is a living testament to self-determination and the desire of our people to address our education needs,” said Chief Gary Allen.
“We are proud that our years of hard work are being acknowledged.
“This recognition belongs to the elders, students, staff, and many volunteers that have invested their time and energy in making Seven Generations an international success story,” Chief Allen enthused.
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