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Welcome to the University of Arizona Native American Advancement, Initiatives, and Research Web Portal
This site is a collaborative effort between three offices at the university dedicated to the advancement of Native faculty and students, and to the respectful and ethical research and engagement with Native nations.
Land Acknowledgement
We respectfully acknowledge the University of Arizona is on the land and territories of Indigenous peoples. Today, Arizona is home to 22 federally-recognized tribes, with Tucson being home to the O’odham and the Yaqui. Committed to diversity and inclusion, the University strives to build sustainable relationships with sovereign Native Nations and Indigenous communities through education offerings, partnerships, and community service.

Native American Advancement and Tribal Engagement
Executive Office of the President
The Office of Native American Advancement and Tribal Engagement (NAATE) oversees university efforts to improve the success of Native American students; to promote tribal interests; and to build programs and research capacity to meet the needs of Native nations.

Native American Initiatives
Office of the Provost
The mission of the Office of Native American Initiatives (NAI) is to uphold the University of Arizona's commitment to its land-grant mission and inclusive excellence by advancing the academic aspirations of Native American students and faculty, and a tradition of service to Native Nations.

Native Peoples Technical Assistance Office
Office of Research, Innovation and Impact
Through engagement and collaboration with Native Nations throughout Arizona, NPTAO provides research support, training and education for the university community, as well as technical assistance for tribal community development.

Impact in Indian Country
In FY 2022, researchers at the University of Arizona actively engaged in more than 140 projects in Arizona and around the country that involved tribal communities.

Native Faculty
Search the University of Arizona Native faculty profiles by tribal affiliation, departments & positions.