The Native American House

The Native American House The Native American House promotes cultural, familial, and place-based relationships as unique factors that facilitate Native student success.

The Native American House is a program and facility within Student Success, Inclusion and Belonging, which is part of the Division of Student Affairs at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The Native American House is located at:
Native American House
1206 W. Nevada, MC-139
Urbana, Illinois 61801
(217)265-0632

The Native American House at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign recently hosted its 2026 Congratulatory Ceremon...
05/18/2026

The Native American House at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign recently hosted its 2026 Congratulatory Ceremony, marking a profound and beautiful milestone for Native graduates. Rooted in traditional honoring practices, this ceremony carries immense significance by celebrating academic excellence while visibly strengthening the Indigenous presence across academic disciplines. The one-of-a-kind ceremony brought together relatives, distinguished guests, and tribal community members to honor our scholars on the traditional homelands of the Peoria, Kaskaskia, Wea, Miami, Mascoutin, Odawa, Sauk, Mesquaki, Kickapoo, Potawatomi, Ojibwe, and Chickasaw Nations. We are incredibly proud to recognize the achievements of this year's graduates:

William Bartee (Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma): Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Integrative Biology and was honored with the Legacy Wool Blanket

Justin Bean (Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma): Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and was honored with the Bear Medicine Wool Blanket

Cecelia Lopez (Muache Band of the Southern Ute Tribe and Chiricahua Apache): Graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art and Art History (minors in American Indian Studies and Museum Studies) and was honored with the Whispering Blossoms Wool Blanket

Yanaba Schroeder (Diné): Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies (minor in American Indian Studies) and received the New Beginnings Wool Blanket. Yanaba was also presented with The Michael L. Jeffries, Sr., Center for Access and Academic Success Excellence Award

Madisyn Schroeder (Diné): Celebrated a vital milestone by graduating from Ridgeview High School, receiving her diploma and the Walk in Beauty Wool Blanket

Today, the Native American House honors another circle of scholars. May they continue to walk with good hearts and good ...
05/16/2026

Today, the Native American House honors another circle of scholars.

May they continue to walk with good hearts and good minds and create pathways for future generations.

🌱 Herbal Health + Community Care Recap 🌱Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Finals Relief Program! The Native Am...
05/13/2026

🌱 Herbal Health + Community Care Recap 🌱

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Finals Relief Program! The Native American House was filled with warmth, community, and the comforting aroma of traditional remedies.

In collaboration with the Trickster Cultural Center in Schaumburg, Illinois, the Native American House invited students to engage in hands-on herbal medicine making. Led by NAH Ambassador Ashlee Shoemaker (Diné), it was an incredibly engaging afternoon. Participants made herbal cough drops, shared Navajo Tea, and learned how traditional practices support balance, healing, and everyday health.

A special and heartfelt thank you to Melissa Shoemaker from the Trickster Cultural Center for coming to campus and supporting our NAH Student Ambassador during her presentation. We are also thrilled that everyone could leave with take-home materials and recipes to continue these practices!

We are so grateful for our community partners and the students who make these programs so meaningful 🧡💙

Yéego (Diné term for "continue to persist"), Illinois relatives! 🧡 Today marks the final day of our Community Study Spac...
05/13/2026

Yéego (Diné term for "continue to persist"), Illinois relatives! 🧡

Today marks the final day of our Community Study Space. Stop by for a productive, quiet environment and complimentary snacks.

Your Native American House relatives are in this with you! 🪶🔥

Cozy up at the Native American House today (1:00 to 5:00 PM) for quiet vibes + free snacks 🍪📖.
05/12/2026

Cozy up at the Native American House today (1:00 to 5:00 PM) for quiet vibes + free snacks 🍪📖.

Need a cozy spot to crush those final assignments? 📚✨Swing by the Native American House today from 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM! Fu...
05/11/2026

Need a cozy spot to crush those final assignments? 📚✨

Swing by the Native American House today from 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM! Fuel your brain with free snacks, grab a quiet corner, and finish the semester strong. 💪🍪

All are welcome!

Need a quiet, welcoming place to study? 📚✨ The Native American House is hosting a Community Study Space May 11-13, from ...
05/10/2026

Need a quiet, welcoming place to study? 📚✨

The Native American House is hosting a Community Study Space May 11-13, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Enjoy free snacks while working in a supportive environment.

Open to all students.

✨ Job Opportunity at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)! ✨The Native American Support Program at UIC is seeking an...
05/09/2026

✨ Job Opportunity at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)! ✨

The Native American Support Program at UIC is seeking an Academic Advisor and Program Specialist to join their team in Chicago, Illinois.

This role centers Native student success, supporting recruitment, retention, advising, and holistic student development across the undergraduate journey.

💼 Position: Academic Advisor and Program Specialist
📍 Location: Chicago, IL
💰 Salary Range: $58,000 – $64,400
📅 Application Deadline: May 19, 2026

If you’re passionate about supporting Native students and building pathways for success in higher education, you are encouraged you to apply.

For full details about the role, including responsibilities and qualifications, please see the complete position description here: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/19467?c=uic

Ready to recharge before finals? ☕️✨Join the Native American House for Herbal Health + Community Care, a special finals ...
05/06/2026

Ready to recharge before finals? ☕️✨

Join the Native American House for Herbal Health + Community Care, a special finals relief program designed to help you de-stress and nourish your well-being. Come learn about traditional plants like Dééh (the Diné term for tea plant) and enjoy a moment of calm with the community.

When: Thursday, May 7
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Where: Native American House (1206 W. Nevada St, Urbana)

This event is open to all students—we can’t wait to see you there! 🧡
Learn more here: https://calendars.illinois.edu/list/7827

WHY IS THAT BUILDING RED? Today, May 5th is the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives....
05/06/2026

WHY IS THAT BUILDING RED?
Today, May 5th is the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives. This evening, a handful of campus buildings are illuminating their spaces in red lighting in an organized effort by Native American House to shed light on a crisis that demands urgent attention: the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives (MMIR) crisis.

MMIR is an acknowledgment of the disproportionate rates of violence and death of Indigenous relatives in the United States. These buildings shine red to signify that we stand in solidarity with Indigenous communities, acknowledging the centuries-long failures of the lack of protection and justice for Indigenous relatives. This crisis, rooted in historical injustices, systemic racism, and jurisdictional barriers, persists due to inadequate responses at various institutional levels.

Through education and awareness, Native American House strives to empower our local community to stand with Indigenous and Native American peoples, support justice, and work towards lessening further harm to our relatives. Thank you to our on going campus partners as this collaboration would not be possible without you: American Indian Studies, Women's Resource Center, and Spurlock Museum of World Cultures. Together, our campus partners help amplify the remembrance of the missing and murdered. We all should be working towards a future where all Indigenous relatives are protected and honored. To learn more please visit: https://nah.illinois.edu/programs/mmir

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1206 W Nevada Street
Urbana, IL
61801

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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