Nebraska tribal college educator receives national honor for dedication to students [Video]

A Nebraska educator is being honored for his dedication to tribal college students and will receive a $1,200 gift for his work.

Michael Oltrogge, president of Nebraska Indian Community College in Macy, Nebraska, was named the 2022-23 Tribal College and University Honoree of the Year by the American Indian College Fund on Thursday.

The fund has been the largest charity in the U.S. to support Native higher education for more than 30 years, according to its website.

Cheryl Crazy Bull, president and CEO of the fund, said the organization was honored to recognize Oltrogge for his years of service to the college and to the tribal college movement.

“We often hear of people who are dedicated, but I can personally attest that Dr. Oltrogge’s heart is focused on the well-being of students and their families,” …