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UND’s Indigenous Health PhD grows; department asks for student support and assistantships
Summary
University of North Dakota officials described a rapid expansion of the online, cohort‑based PhD in Indigenous Health, reported strong retention and high demand, and asked for funding to provide graduate assistantships and cover campus‑visit costs for tribal students.
A University of North Dakota representative told the committee that the university’s Department of Indigenous Health — an online, cohort‑based PhD program launched in 2020 — has grown to 57 students and produces graduates who fill research, policy and program leadership roles serving tribal communities.
Dr. Dave Wilson, associate vice president for health research at UND and chair of the Department of Indigenous Health, presented program data: enrollment rose from 14 students at launch to 57; 63% of the current cohort identify as American Indian or Alaska Native; retention is high (reported at 97%);…
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