Dr. Iris Prettypaint, Ph.D.
Education Path
Ph.D.
Social Work. University of Minnesota, St. Paul MN
M.S.W.
Master of Social Work. University of Minnesota, St. Paul MN
B.S.W.
Bachelors of Social Work. University of Kansas, Lawrence KS
Special Career Skills
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Knowledgeable of federal, state and tribal policies that have an impact on health, education, and sovereignty.
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Facilitation skills to assist with redefining core issues, creating inclusivity and promoting accountability.
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Passionate about the possibility of creating healthy, functional institutions for tribes.
Benefits of this Career
"Provides the opportunity to work with tribes, colleges, families, and communities. I get to travel, visit and share my work with indigenous people all over the world. Motivation: “I am interested in the kind of research that empowers students, improves programs and honors the intellectual wisdom of our elders.”
Other Information
Dr. PrettyPaint has over 35 years experience as an educator and researcher. She is a leading authority on cultural resilience, student retention, and indigenous evaluation with American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
“We are each born into this world with ‘resilience’ and our task is to learn how to tap into our strength and not give up!”
Words of Wisdom
Dr. PrettyPaint speaking at the 13th National Indian Nations Conference (very long video-20 minutes)