- Form affiliations with other science centers to synergize efforts rather than compete for students
o Ex: NCED talks to USGS, National Park Service
o Most agencies have tribal programs
o Increase communication between the federal world and the academic world
§ Memo of Understanding
- Don’t discount non-traditional students. Many of them are very strong, determined students.
- Possible links:
o http://www.epa.gov/iaqtribal/directory.html
§ EPA directory of Tribal Champions