The Pi’amkinwaas is a place for students to celebrate learning and transition and a sense of American Indian community is a priority for the center.  On average, LCSC currently enrolls 183 American Indian students per academic year and students utilizing the center can participate and become involved in the LCSC Indian Club, educational leadership retreats, pow-wow planning and development, and other campus-wide activities.  To ensure meeting the needs of students, the Pi’amkinwaas has initiated the following goals:

·  The Pi’amkinwaas will aid transitioning LCSC students by creating an environment that emphasizes involvement, inclusion and identification with the LCSC community.

·  The Pi’amkinwaas will help identify academic support and personal development services for students.

·  The Pi’amkinwaas will provide opportunities for students to participate in culturally relevant activities that support their tribal traditions and customs.

To aid meeting these goals, the Pi’amkinwaas offers the following services:

Computer Resources: The Pi’amkinwaas offers a computer lab that is available to students from 8:00a.m—5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Tutorial Services: Math and Science tutorial services are available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday from 8:00am to 4:00pm. The tutor is also available in the evening from 4:00pm to 7:00pm Monday and Wednesday at the Piamkinwaas and Tuesday at Reid Centenial Hall Room 214 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm.

 Coordinating Resources: LCSC Pi’amkinwaas coordinates with the LCSC Native American & Minority Student Services Office to ensure American Indian students receive adequate student support services.  Support services include assistance with admissions, financial aid and academic advising.