The purpose of this resolution is to officially designate the week starting February 3, 2025, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week." This designation aims to recognize and celebrate the important role that Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) play in higher education and their contributions to both Native communities and the broader American society. Key provisions of this resolution include the formal recognition of TCUs, which are unique institutions that serve students from over 230 federally recognized Indian Tribes across 16 states.