Native American Student Affairs

Still looking for a class for the fall term? Join us and learn about the O’odham language. O’odham is spoken in Arizona and northern Sonora. Learn about the structure of the language and have short conversations in O’odham.

Questions? Contact Dr. Zepeda, [email protected]

Join us for the Fall Sunrise Blessing! Celebrating the new semester. Everyone in the community is invited and welcomed!

Breakfast will follow on the 2nd floor of the Nugent Building.
🗓️ August 26, 2026 | 6-8 am
📍 UA Mall & NASA

🗳️ Navajo Nation Voter Registration

Did you know active Navajo Nation voter registration may be required for eligibility for certain Navajo Nation scholarships and programs?
Register or update your voter registration with Tribal Engagement Liaison Byron Tsabetsaye.

⏰ Deadline to register or update your voter registration for the Navajo Nation Primary Election is June 11, 2026.

Please review the flyer for required documents and appointment information.

New batch of photos from this year's Native American Graduation Celebration!
Including graduate portraits, photos with Dallas Goldtooth, our student speakers and NASA Leadership Awards. Thank you all again!
Photo Gallery: https://arizona.box.com/s/nr3nzr24bxx4a9secl8c4t9tetvgi1p6
or click the Sproutlink in our Bio.

☀️ Native American Student Affairs Summer Update ☀️

Please note that the NASA office will be temporarily closed May 25–29 for floor cleaning and office maintenance.

Summer office hours will begin June 1, 2026: 🕙 Monday–Thursday 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

We hope everyone has a safe and restful summer! Please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] or call our main line at (520) 626-2084 if needed. ✨

✨ Sharing on behalf of the UA's Knowledge River Scholars Program ✨

The Youth Archiving Fellowship Program is an exciting opportunity for Pascua Yaqui youth ages 16–24 to explore digital archiving, cultural preservation, and community storytelling.

Participants will:
• Develop digital archiving skills
• Learn the importance of preserving cultural and historical documents
• Connect with community and culture
• Receive a stipend
• No prior experience needed

🗓 June 15–18
⏰ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Dr. Fernando Escalante Tribal Library
5100 W. Calle Tetakusim, Tucson, AZ 85757

Space is limited!

Interested students can contact:
📧 [email protected] OR Berlin Loa [email protected]

From all of us at NASA, thank you for allowing us to celebrate alongside you during such an important milestone. It was an honor to recognize the achievements, resilience, and journeys of our incredible graduates and their families. We are proud of the Class of 2026 and look forward to all that lies ahead. 🖤

The first batch of photos from Friday's event are available at the link in our bio or at this link: https://arizona.box.com/s/nr3nzr24bxx4a9secl8c4t9tetvgi1p6
We will continue to add more photos.

Thank you Class of 2026!

You’re invited ✨

Today at 1PM for our Semester Send Off Lunch featuring NDN Tacos. As we wrap up the semester, anyone who wants to stop by, please come over and eat.

Grateful for all the students, conversations, laughter, and memories this year. Wishing everyone a safe and restful summer ☀️

With appreciation,
Talia, Interim Director-NASA

🎬✨ Happening Today at NASA ✨🎬

Take a break from finals stress and join us for Pixar Movie Day! Come hang out, relax, enjoy some laughs, and recharge before the semester wraps up 🌟

🍕 Pizza
🥤 Rootbeer Floats
🎥 Pixar movies
🫶 Good vibes

📍 Nugent Building, Room 205
🕛 Starting at 12 PM | Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Bring a friend and come chill with us! 💫

Sharing on behalf of our community partners ✨💻⚛️

Quantum Quest is a FREE Summer Resident Camp introducing students to the exciting world of quantum computing, technology, and innovation at the University of Arizona!

Participants will engage in hands-on STEM learning, connect with mentors, and explore emerging technologies shaping the future.

📅 June 8–12, 2026
📍 Tucson, AZ
👧 Girl’s Ages: 14–17
🏫 Transportation between the Hacienda & UA campus provided

Check out the flyer for registration details and QR code to apply!