Northwest Indian College

NWIC Student Executive Board Applications Open
2026-05-20 08:00 - 2026-06-05 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Northwest Indian College, 2522 Kwina Rd., Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
Are you interested in joining the Student Executive Board? Now is your chance!
Your NWIC Student Executive Board (SEB) is currently accepting applications for all positions for the 2026-2027 school year.
NWIC and the SEB are looking for students who displayed proven commitment, responsibility, and leadership skills. Candidates should be cooperative, reliable, team-oriented and diligent. Students must be able to multi-task and work with staff, students and administration, as well as other members of the SEB.
Applications are currently being accepted for the following SEB positions:

President
Vice President of Finance
Vice President of Activities
Vice President of Extended Sites
Vice President of Clubs & Organizations
Vice President of Communications
Secretary

Applications are due Friday, June 5, 2026 at 5 p.m. PDT. Please email the SEB at seb@nwic.edu with your completed applications. You can find the applications and the Elections Handbook in your NWIC student emails. You can also reach out to the SEB via email for copies.
Dates and details on a candidates forum and election results will be shared soon.
Come be the voice for the NWIC student body and represent student interests, concerns and ideas. Use your voice and make a positive change at NWIC!

Rooted & Rising 🌱 with Student Connections
2026-05-18 12:00 - 12:45, 2026-05-11 12:00 - 12:45, 2026-05-04 12:00 - 12:45, 2026-04-27 12:00 - 12:45, 2026-04-20 12:00 - 12:45 | Virtual
Join NWIC’s Student Connections this Spring Quarter for a virtual weekly drop-in space designed to support your success, both in and out of the classroom.
The weekly drop-in occurs every Monday from 12 – 12:45 p.m. PDT on Zoom.
Sessions will cover topics like academic success, degree planning, mindfulness, “designing your life” and more!
There’s no pressure, no sign-up required – just drop in!
Zoom link can be found in your NWIC student emails, or you can email the Student Connections team at studentconnections@nwic.edu

'Wrap Them In Love' Granny Square Wellness Wednesdays
2026-05-13 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-06 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-29 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-22 13:00 - 15:00 | NWIC Lummi Campus – Building 10, 2522 Kwina Rd, Bellingham, Washington, 98226
Join NWIC’s Native Connections team every Wednesday afternoon for their ‘Wrap Them In Love’ Granny Square Wellness Wednesdays!
Attendees will learn how to make a granny square and can donate them to the Granny Square Blanket. Once enough squares have been made, they will be sewn together to make a blanket, which will be donated to an elder or si’am (respected friend) as a hy’shqe (thank you)!
Learn how to make and work on your granny square every Wednesday between 1 – 3 p.m. PDT in Building 10 (2nd door in) on NWIC’s Lummi Campus.
Questions? Please contact Erin Jefferson at erin.jefferson@nwic.edu

Stone Soup with Renee Roman Nose
2026-05-13 12:00 - 13:00
Join us for a meal in the library. Renee will be sharing spoken word poetry and providing guidance on creating and sharing your own poems!

In-Person Grief Support Circle
2026-05-12 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-04-28 18:00 - 19:30 | NWIC Cafeteria, 2522 Kwina Rd., Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
Join Marilene Silva for an in-person grief support circle occurring every other Tuesday throughout Spring Quarter 2026.
For those carrying loss, come gather in kindness and hold each other up at an in-person grief support circle hosted by Marilene Silva, Kaikuxipa, an Indigenous Therapist.
The circle is rooted in trauma-informed care and traditional healing practices, and is open to NWIC students and employees.
This grief support circle occurs every other Tuesday at 6 p.m. PDT in the NWIC Cafeteria (Bldg 19B) on Lummi Campus, beginning April 14, 2026.
Questions? Please contact Marilene Silva at marilenesilva@hushmail.com.

Virtual Grief Support Circle
2026-05-12 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Join Marilene Silva for a virtual grief support circle occurring every other Tuesday throughout Spring Quarter 2026.
For those carrying loss, come gather in kindness and hold each other up at a virtual grief support circle hosted by Marilene Silva, Kaikuxipa, an Indigenous Therapist.
The circle is rooted in trauma-informed care and traditional healing practices, and is open to NWIC students and employees.
This grief support circle occurs every other Tuesday at 11 a.m. PDT online via Zoom, beginning April 14, 2026.
Zoom links can be found in your NWIC student emails, or you can reach out to Marilene (email shared below).
Questions? Please contact Marilene Silva at marilenesilva@hushmail.com.

Indigenous Story Time at Lummi Library
2026-05-01 10:00 - 11:30
Phreddie Lane will share of video of Joann Lane telling The Bear’s Story.

President's Spring Quarter Meeting with Students - Extended Sites
2026-04-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Extended Campus students and Virtual Learners, please join Northwest Indian College President Dr. Lexie Tom for her Spring Quarter meeting with students!
Dr. Tom’s Spring Quarter student check-in is Wednesday, April 29, 2026 from 12 – 1 p.m. virtually via Zoom.
Come share your NWIC experience, ask questions, bring your ideas forward or voice your concerns in this open forum for students.
There will be a gift card raffle for attendees.
The Zoom link can be found in your NWIC student email.

President's Spring Quarter Meeting with Students - Lummi Campus
2026-04-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Northwest Indian College – Bldg 7A, 2522 Kwina Rd, Bellingham, 98226, United States
Lummi Campus students, please join Northwest Indian College President Dr. Lexie Tom for her Spring Quarter meeting with students!
Dr. Tom’s Spring Quarter student check-in is Tuesday, April 28, 2026 from 12 – 1 p.m. in person in the Log Building (7A on Lummi Campus).
Come share your NWIC experience, ask questions, bring your ideas forward or voice your concerns in this open forum for students.
Lunch will be provided, and there will be a gift card raffle for attendees.
Students are strongly encouraged to join in person. If you can’t make it in person, please attend virtually via Zoom. The Zoom link can be found in your NWIC student email.

Indigenous Story Time at Lummi Library
2026-04-26 13:00 - 14:00
Jason LaClair will join us for stories and crafts.

Northwest Indian College Career Fair
2026-04-17 13:00 - 15:00 | NWIC Cafeteria, 2522 Kwina Rd., Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
Join us for NWIC’s Career Fair at the Residence Life Center Cafeteria on April 17, 1-3 PM! 📚
This event is an excellent chance to explore multiple job opportunities and more – all in one place!
-Details-
📆 Friday, April 17
⏰1 – 3 p.m.
📍 Residence Life Center Cafeteria (Bldg 19B) on Lummi Campus
🎟️ Gift card raffle for participants
🍽️ Snacks provided
Are you interested in tabling? Please contact Nora George at nageorge@nwic.edu or RoseMary LaClair at ralaclair@nwic.edu
All NWIC students, staff and community welcome!
Interested in tabling? Please contact Nora George at nageorge@nwic.edu or RoseMary LaClair at ralaclair@nwic.edu

NWIC SEB Honoring Traditions Coastal Jam & Pow Wow
2026-04-17 - 2026-04-18 | Health and Wellness Center
NWIC Pow Wow 2026 Event Details
Honoring Traditions Pow Wow & Coastal Jam – April 17–18, 2026
The NWIC Pow Wow 2026 – Honoring Traditions Pow Wow and Coastal Jam will be held April 17–18, 2026 at Northwest Indian College in Bellingham, Washington.
Northwest Indian College invites the community to join us for the Honoring Traditions Pow Wow and Coastal Jam, taking place April 17–18, 2026 at the NWIC Health & Wellness Center, Bellingham, WA. This annual gathering celebrates culture, community, and tradition through singing, dancing, and shared connection.
All are welcome to attend.
Location
NWIC Health & Wellness Center2522 Kwina RoadBellingham, WA 98226
Event Schedule
Friday, April 17, 2026Coastal Jam — 6:00 PM
Saturday, April 18, 2026Pow WowGrand Entry — 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Host Drum: The NorthmenArena Director: Antone GeorgeMC: Michael Vendiola
Singing Contest
1st $4,000 | 2nd $3,000 | 3rd $2,000 | 2 Consolations $500
Dance Categories
Men’s Golden Age (55+)Women’s Golden Age (55+)1st $400 | 2nd $300 | 3rd $200
Adult Categories (18–54)Fancy, Jingle, Grass, Traditional1st $400 | 2nd $300 | 3rd $200
Teen Categories (13–17)Fancy, Jingle, Grass, Traditional1st $300 | 2nd $200 | 3rd $100
Junior Categories (7–12)Fancy, Jingle, Grass, Traditional1st $200 | 2nd $100 | 3rd $75
Tiny Tots
More Information
Email: nwicpowwow@nwic.edu
Vendor Information
Email: vretasket@nwic.edu
About the Event
The Honoring Traditions Pow Wow and Coastal Jam brings together singers, dancers, students, families, and community members to celebrate Indigenous traditions and the strength of our cultures. This event is hosted by Northwest Indian College and reflects our commitment to honoring our ancestors while supporting the next generation.
We encourage community members, alumni, students, and visitors to join us for this special gathering.
For more information about Northwest Indian College visit https://www.nwic.edu

SEB Pow Wow Fundraiser: Bingo & Dinner!
2026-04-02 17:30 - 19:30 | NWIC Log Building (#7a), WA, United States
Join the NWIC Student Executive Board to BINGO NIGHT!
Prizes will include donations from local artists, NWIC departments, and other great items for families, including kids!
Tickets are $35, and include all Bingo games AND DINNER!

Contact seb@nwic.edu for questions 🙂

Poetry Slam: A Celebration of Story, Connection, and Wellness
2026-02-27 14:00 - 16:00 | NWIC Log Building (#7a), WA, United States
Join us for a powerful Poetry Slam at NWIC’s Log Building on Feb 27, 2-4 PM! 🎤
Celebrating Story, Connection, and Wellness, we’ll feature poets sharing their truths, music, and culture. Our event will be open mic, please come speak your truth! Our hope is to promote belonging, mastery, interdependence, and generosity.
All NWIC students, staff, and community welcome! 😊 Our Stories are our Medicine and we hope to see you there!
Poetry Slam example:
https://youtu.be/r3pslYJjpDo?si=zZ9lvwDJ6w8lKMSm

Aromatherapy - Thieves
2026-02-25 13:30 - 14:30 | Cooperative Extension, 2522 Kwina Rd, Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
Join the Cooperative Extension’s Traditional Plants & Foods Coordinator Lora Boome and learn how to make your own essential oils roll-ons! There are four classes spread throughout February, with each class making a different essential oil. Please see the flyer below & attached to this email for more information.

Feb. 4: Protect Thyself

Made with essential oil blend of eucalyptus, clary sage, clove, tea tree, rosemary in jojoba oil base for protection against colds and influenza

Feb. 11: Cold Buster

Made with essential oil blend of lavender, eucalyptus, tea tree, peppermint and fractionated coconut oil to help relieve chest congestion

Feb. 18: Headache & Sinus Congestion

Made with essential oil blend of tea tree, lavender, peppermint, eucalyptus in fractionated coconut oil to help relieve aches and sinus congestion

Feb. 25: Thieves

Made with essential oil blend of eucalyptus, cinnamon, rosemary, clove, lemon in fractionated coconut oil for congestion relief, focus and energy

Aromatherapy - Headache & Sinus Congestion
2026-02-18 13:30 - 14:30 | Cooperative Extension, 2522 Kwina Rd, Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States

Presidents' Day - College Closed
2026-02-16

SEB Valentine's Party and Bazaar
2026-02-13 13:00 - 17:00 | Residence Life Dining Hall, Building #19
Join our NWIC Student Executive Board Valentine’s Day Party & Bazaar!

When: Feb 13 1-5PM
Where: NWIC Cafeteria (Building 19-B)
Campus Map

The event will have vendors!
Are you interested in having a booth or table? Know of other vendors or crafters who may be interested in showcasing and selling their items?

Please email the SEB at seb@nwic.edu for an application!

Vendor table cost is $10.

Tables are free for NWIC students.

Valentine's Day Make & Take
2026-02-12 13:30 - 16:00 | Cooperative Extension, 2522 Kwina Rd, Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
Join the Cooperative Extension’s Traditional Plants & Foods Coordinator Lora Boome for a Valentine’s Day Make & Take event!

What: Searching for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for your loved one? How about making your own? Learn how to make & create your own cedar rose/heart, aromatherapy bath salt/spritzers and candles.

When: Feb. 12, 2026 from 1:30 – 4 p.m.

Where: Cooperative Extension Kitchen (Building 20), Lummi Campus

More Details: Please pre-register for this event by emailing Lora Boome at lboome@nwic.edu

Aromatherapy - Cold Buster
2026-02-11 13:30 - 14:30 | Cooperative Extension, 2522 Kwina Rd, Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States

Aromatherapy - Protect Thyself
2026-02-04 13:30 - 14:30 | Cooperative Extension, 2522 Kwina Rd, Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
