A scholarship for Native students has been announced by the University of Phoenix in conjunction with the Native American Basketball Invitational (NABI). This is a positive step in the direction of equality according to me.

NNO reported that any Native student who participated in NABI between the years of 2003 and 2022 is eligible for the Ernest L. Stevens, Jr. - University of Phoenix Scholarship, which covers the full cost of tuition.

The award is established in honour of Ernie Stevens Jr., the current chairman of NABI and a key figure in the organization's development since its founding in 2003. He graduated from the University of Phoenix as well.

“While earning my master’s in management degree at the University of Phoenix, the Tribal Specialists were invaluable with support and provided resources that helped me stay engaged and on track for graduation," Stevens said in a statement. "I am honored that the scholarship will offer the opportunity for other tribal students to pursue their educational goals."