UAF's Troth Yeddha' Center Nears $40M Goal for Indigenous Studies
The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) has made significant progress in its Troth Yeddha' Indigenous Studies Center and Park project. The name 'Troth Yeddha'' translates to 'wild potato's ridge' in the Lower Tanana Dene language. The center, aiming to raise $40 million, has already secured $2.7 million from private donors for initial design.
UAF launched this initiative a decade ago. The center will serve as the administrative hub for the College of Rural and Community Development, housing programs supporting Indigenous student success. A site has been selected for the center and park, with the UA Board of Regents formally approving the $40 million project on the Fairbanks campus.
Major donors include Alyeska Pipeline Service Company, Chugach Alaska Corporation, Doyon, Limited, Jones & Jones Architect and Landscape Architects, the Tanana Chiefs Conference, and the UAF Alumni Association. The center and park aim to foster indigenous studies and preserve cultural traditions. For specific information on funding and participating organizations, contact UAF or the Troth Yeddha' Center directly.
The Troth Yeddha' Indigenous Studies Center and Park at UAF is well on its way to becoming a reality, with substantial donations already secured. This center will significantly contribute to the preservation of indigenous culture and support for indigenous students.
