2026 Native American and Indigenous Studies Summer Field School
Posted in: Native American and Indigenous Studies
Students are invited to apply for the Native American and Indigenous Studies (NAIS) Field School, running May 18 through June 12. This immersive program gives students the opportunity to work directly with Indigenous communities across New Jersey on projects related to environmental justice, land stewardship, cultural preservation, and Indigenous food sovereignty. Through fieldwork, collaboration, and experiential learning, participants gain meaningful real world experience while supporting initiatives that strengthen Native communities in the region.
Applications are due by Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 5:00pm ET.
Check out this flipbook to learn about what we did in last year’s field school!
Native American and Indigenous Studies Field School
May 18-June 12
Join us for a 4-week immersive learning experience where you will work with tribal communities across the state to promote:
• Place-based land stewardship
• Environmental Justice
• Cultural Preservation
• Food Sovereignty
Program Details:
• Free to participate! Meals, transportation & supplies provided.
• $2000 stipends for participants
• No pre-reqs
• outdoor fun and overnight trips
Info session:
March 4, 2026, 2:15-3:15
UN 1120 (ADP Center)
or on ZOOM – https://montclair.zoom.us/j/96516623768?pwd=flpIbarCeOk8lKJPc4aOJJiNXTaMIb.1
Snacks provided
We invite you to attend an informational session to learn more about the Field School, hear from former participants, and meet the program organizers.
Questions? Contact program directors at nais@montclair.edu
The 2026 Native American and Indigenous Studies Summer Field School is a collaboration between New Jersey’s Indigenous communities and the NAIS program and New Jersey Center for Indigenous Justice at Montclair State University.
Applications are due by Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 5:00pm ET.