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Trump Seeks to Defund Institute of American Indian Arts

Last updated: July 2, 2025 8:30 pm
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The Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) is facing a devastating blow as President Trump’s proposed federal budget could result in the loss of all its federal funding starting October 1. The IAIA, which is the only four-year school dedicated to contemporary Indigenous arts, relies heavily on federal funding for 75% of its operating expenses. Without this crucial financial support, essential services such as student mental health programs, housing, scholarship initiatives, and the IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts would be at risk of closure.

IAIA President Robert Martin, a member of the Cherokee Nation, expressed deep concern over the potential impact of the budget cuts. The institution currently enrolls 850 students, the majority of whom hail from rural reservations and represent 92 federally recognized tribes. Martin emphasized the vital role that IAIA plays in Indigenous higher education and artistic expression, highlighting the institution’s unique mission and significance.

Established in 1962 as a high school on the Santa Fe Indian School campus, IAIA has since evolved into a renowned hub for contemporary Indigenous art. The institution’s museum, which opened a decade later, has become a beacon for showcasing the creativity and cultural heritage of Native artists. Today, IAIA offers a range of undergraduate degrees, certificates, and Master of Fine Arts programs across various artistic disciplines.

Despite receiving some funding from the private sector and other grantmakers, IAIA heavily relies on federal support to sustain its operations and scholarship programs. The Trump administration’s proposed cuts to the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), which supports Tribal colleges like IAIA, could have far-reaching consequences for Indigenous education in the United States. Senator Martin Heinrich of New Mexico has pledged to advocate for continued funding for IAIA and other Tribal colleges affected by the budget proposal.

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In his plea to lawmakers, Martin underscored the importance of preserving funding for IAIA and other Tribal colleges, emphasizing the invaluable contributions of Indigenous voices to the cultural fabric of the nation. He urged against the silencing of voices that speak through art forms like Lakota singing, Diné painting, and storytelling rooted in the rich heritage of the First Peoples. As the future of IAIA hangs in the balance, the fight to safeguard its funding and uphold its mission continues.

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