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Culture Centers
Indiana University Bloomington
Programs and Events

Building community

We host many cultural events and programs throughout the academic year that strive to build a supportive community for Native and Indigenous students. These initiatives also inform the broader IU Bloomington community about Native American cultural life and issues within contemporary Native communities.

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Students perform a traditional Hawaiian hula dance during a cultural program at the First Nations Educational & Cultural Center.

Signature programs and events

Explore the programs, celebrations, and educational opportunities that bring Native culture, community, and learning to life.

Social and craft activities that bring together the campus community to promote an understanding of Native American history and the contemporary expression in material culture.

We offer bi-weekly, confidential, on-site Counseling and Psychological Services appointments for students in need. CAPS counselors are well trained to support a variety of mental health issues affecting students.

Each November, First Nations Educational and Cultural Center honors Native American Heritage Month with programming to support Native students and educate the IU community.

This quintessential contemporary Native social gathering shares and honors history, tradition, and Native American culture.

This event attracts hundreds of visitors each year with a lineup of nationally known dancers and singers as well as traditional foods, crafts, and dance clothing. Performers of all ages participate, carrying on the traditions of their people as they represent them through their feathers and beadwork, clothing, songs, and dance styles.

Improve your skills with weekly tutoring with Writing Tutorial Services. Students can meet with a writing tutor one-on-one for help with writing assignments, resumes, and application essays.

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Bloomington

First Nations Educational and Cultural Center

712 E 8th St Bloomington, IN 47408
  • fnecc@iu.edu
  • 812-855-4814