 Bemidji State University is making history by signing dual enrollment agreements with Minnesota's four tribal colleges. BSU says it's a one-of-a-kind program and no other public college or university in the United States has one like it. The program will help increase an American Indian student enrollment at BSU. A signing was held at the American Indian Resource Center by the presidents of Leech Lake Tribal College, Red Lake Nation College, White Earth Tribal and Community College and Fonda Lake Tribal and Community College along with BSU's president. Minnesota is very fortunate to have four tribal colleges in it and we're very fortunate that we're within two hours of all four. That creates a really unique dynamic and the opportunity for partnership. We really feel that this agreement strengthens that partnership. It strengthens the bridges that we have for students and overall it shows that BSU is trying to be very very good partners with our tribal colleges. The new program will begin this fall and also applies to current and formal tribal college students wanting to complete their education. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.