Welcome to the Leech Lake Tribal College where our mission is to provide quality higher education grounded in Anishinaabe values! The story of Leech Lake Tribal College is a unique one that continues to unfold with each passing year and with the always growing array of individuals that make up the Leech Lake Tribal College family.
All Are Welcome
You do not have to be American Indian or descendant to attend, we welcome all to enjoy in our learning!
Open Admissions
Your High School grades and class rank are not considered when accepting students.
Open Enrollment
You can enroll if you have a high school diploma or GED.
DEGREES AND PROGRAMS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Calendar of Events
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Blind Date with a Book
Blind Date With A Book, at LLTC’s Bezhigoogahbow’s Library! February 1st - 28th. How to participate: Read the clue on the wrapped book. Pick your book. Check it out. Read the book. Return your book. Rate your date (the book you read). Enter the drawing to win a prize. For more info Contact Kim Dickson at 218.335.4240 or kim.dickson@lltc.edu
Spirit Mondays
We would like to send our students off to AIHEC in a good way! Show up for our college in your best dressed every Monday leading up to the 2025 AIHEC Student Conference, March 8-11. Reminder that sign-up sheets can be found outside Student Services.
Moccasin Making Class
Moccasin Making Class
Location: LLTC Art Room (Cedar Hall 215) All are welcome to our Free Moccasin Making Class. During this workshop our talented instructor Bonita Desjarlait will teach and help you build your skills in Moccasin making! A Meal will be provided at each class through the LLTC Extension Program. For more information, please contact: Jean Roper on phone at : (218) 513-6492 or Email at: jean.roper@lltc.edu
2025 Board of Trustees Meetings
2025 Board of Trustees Meetings
To attend a meeting: Please reach out to the President helen.montgomery@lltc.edu for information about whether the meeting will be held in person on campus or via Zoom. *For meetings held via Zoom, the Zoom login information will be provided to you 30 minutes prior to the meeting. To get on the Board of Trustees meeting agenda: To get on the agenda for a Board meeting, please email your request to the President helen.montgomery@lltc.edu no later than the Monday before the meeting. *Please note than not all requests can be added to the agenda. For example, the Board of Trustees does […]
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University Preview Day
University Preview Day
Come along on this tour with Minnesota's Tribal Colleges to get an Introduction to BSU Facilities, learn about transferring, and other Student Resources. Have questions please Contact Nicole Roberts at nicole.roberts@lltc.edu or at (218) 335-4276
HOUSEPLANT TRANSPLANT WORKSHOP WITH NATURE’S EDGE GARDEN
HOUSEPLANT TRANSPLANT WORKSHOP WITH NATURE’S EDGE GARDEN
Bring your house plants! We will provide soil, pots, and expertise to help them thrive!
4 events,
Moccasin Making Class
Moccasin Making Class
Location: LLTC Art Room (Cedar Hall 215) All are welcome to our Free Moccasin Making Class. During this workshop our talented instructor Bonita Desjarlait will teach and help you build your skills in Moccasin making! A Meal will be provided at each class through the LLTC Extension Program. For more information, please contact: Jean Roper on phone at : (218) 513-6492 or Email at: jean.roper@lltc.edu
Youth Hand Drum Making Class
Youth Hand Drum Making Class
February 6th Class Has Been Cancelled All are welcome to our Free Youth Hand Drum Making Class. During this workshop our talented instructor Amos LaDuke will teach you how to make a Hand Drum! A Meal will be provided at each class through the LLTC Extension Program. supplies are provided for the workshop too!
2 events,
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Quilt Making Class
Quilt Making Class
Location: LLTC Art Room (Cedar Hall 215) All are welcome to our Free Quilt Making Class. During this workshop our talented instructor Bonita Desjarlait will teach and help you build your skills in Quilt making! A Lite Meal will be provided at each class through the LLTC Extension Program. For more information, please contact: Jean Roper on phone at : (218) 513-6492 or Email at: jean.roper@lltc.edu
Youth Contemporary Painting Class
Youth Contemporary Painting Class
All are welcome to this free class, hosted by LLTC's Extensions Program. Instructor Anthony Robinson will lead Contemporary Paintingfor Youth. Brushes, easels, and paper will be provided. Registration is done on site.
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1 event,
Ojibwe Medicine & Tea Classes – Saturdays in March
Ojibwe Medicine & Tea Classes – Saturdays in March
Date: Saturdays in MarchLocation: Mission Community CenterTime: 12:00 to 3PM All are welcome to this free class, hosted by LLTC’s Extensions Program. Instructor Debra Adams will teach you about Ojibwe medicines and how to make Ojibwe teas.
2 events,
Spirit Mondays
We would like to send our students off to AIHEC in a good way! Show up for our college in your best dressed every Monday leading up to the 2025 AIHEC Student Conference, March 8-11. Reminder that sign-up sheets can be found outside Student Services.
Free Moccasin Making Class – Mondays & Wednesdays in March
Free Moccasin Making Class – Mondays & Wednesdays in March
Date: Mondays and Wednesdays in MarchTime: 5:00Pm to 8:00PMLocation: LLTC Art Room (Cedar Hall 215) All are welcome to our Free Moccasin Making Class. During this workshop our talented instructor Bonita Desjarlait will teach and help you build your skills in and Moccasin making! A lite Meal will be provided at each class through the LLTC Extension Program.For more information, please contact: Jean Roper on phone at : (218) 513-6492 or Email at: jean.roper@lltc.edu
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3 events,
Ribbon Skirt & Shirt – March 5th & 12th
Ribbon Skirt & Shirt – March 5th & 12th
All are welcome to these free classes, hosted by LLTC’s Extensions Program. Instructor Dawn Wittner will teach you how to make Ojibwe Ribbon Skirts and Ribbon Shirts. Registration for classes are done in person.
Free Moccasin Making Class – Mondays & Wednesdays in March
Free Moccasin Making Class – Mondays & Wednesdays in March
Date: Mondays and Wednesdays in MarchTime: 5:00Pm to 8:00PMLocation: LLTC Art Room (Cedar Hall 215) All are welcome to our Free Moccasin Making Class. During this workshop our talented instructor Bonita Desjarlait will teach and help you build your skills in and Moccasin making! A lite Meal will be provided at each class through the LLTC Extension Program.For more information, please contact: Jean Roper on phone at : (218) 513-6492 or Email at: jean.roper@lltc.edu
Youth Hand Drum Making Class
Youth Hand Drum Making Class
Leech Lake Tribal College Extension Program Presents... Our Free Youth Hand Drum Making Class. During this workshop our talented instructor Amos LaDuke will teach you how to make a Hand Drum! A Meal will be provided at each class through the LLTC Extension Program. Supplies are providedfor the workshop too!
1 event,
Ribbon Skirt & Shirt Classes – March 6th & 13th
Ribbon Skirt & Shirt Classes – March 6th & 13th
All are welcome to these free classes, hosted by LLTC’s Extensions Program. Instructor Shelly Bohn will teach you how to make Ojibwe Ribbon Skirts and Ribbon Shirts.
1 event,
1 event,
2 events,
Ojibwe Medicine & Tea Classes – Saturdays in March
Ojibwe Medicine & Tea Classes – Saturdays in March
Date: Saturdays in MarchLocation: Mission Community CenterTime: 12:00 to 3PM All are welcome to this free class, hosted by LLTC’s Extensions Program. Instructor Debra Adams will teach you about Ojibwe medicines and how to make Ojibwe teas.
3 events,
Free Moccasin Making Class – Mondays & Wednesdays in March
Free Moccasin Making Class – Mondays & Wednesdays in March
Date: Mondays and Wednesdays in MarchTime: 5:00Pm to 8:00PMLocation: LLTC Art Room (Cedar Hall 215) All are welcome to our Free Moccasin Making Class. During this workshop our talented instructor Bonita Desjarlait will teach and help you build your skills in and Moccasin making! A lite Meal will be provided at each class through the LLTC Extension Program.For more information, please contact: Jean Roper on phone at : (218) 513-6492 or Email at: jean.roper@lltc.edu
2 events,
4 events,
Ribbon Skirt & Shirt – March 5th & 12th
Ribbon Skirt & Shirt – March 5th & 12th
All are welcome to these free classes, hosted by LLTC’s Extensions Program. Instructor Dawn Wittner will teach you how to make Ojibwe Ribbon Skirts and Ribbon Shirts. Registration for classes are done in person.
Free Moccasin Making Class – Mondays & Wednesdays in March
Free Moccasin Making Class – Mondays & Wednesdays in March
Date: Mondays and Wednesdays in MarchTime: 5:00Pm to 8:00PMLocation: LLTC Art Room (Cedar Hall 215) All are welcome to our Free Moccasin Making Class. During this workshop our talented instructor Bonita Desjarlait will teach and help you build your skills in and Moccasin making! A lite Meal will be provided at each class through the LLTC Extension Program.For more information, please contact: Jean Roper on phone at : (218) 513-6492 or Email at: jean.roper@lltc.edu
Youth Hand Drum Making Class
Youth Hand Drum Making Class
Leech Lake Tribal College Extension Program Presents... Our Free Youth Hand Drum Making Class. During this workshop our talented instructor Amos LaDuke will teach you how to make a Hand Drum! A Meal will be provided at each class through the LLTC Extension Program. Supplies are providedfor the workshop too!
2 events,
Ribbon Skirt & Shirt Classes – March 6th & 13th
Ribbon Skirt & Shirt Classes – March 6th & 13th
All are welcome to these free classes, hosted by LLTC’s Extensions Program. Instructor Shelly Bohn will teach you how to make Ojibwe Ribbon Skirts and Ribbon Shirts.
1 event,
0 events,
1 event,
Ojibwe Medicine & Tea Classes – Saturdays in March
Ojibwe Medicine & Tea Classes – Saturdays in March
Date: Saturdays in MarchLocation: Mission Community CenterTime: 12:00 to 3PM All are welcome to this free class, hosted by LLTC’s Extensions Program. Instructor Debra Adams will teach you about Ojibwe medicines and how to make Ojibwe teas.
3 events,
Free Moccasin Making Class – Mondays & Wednesdays in March
Free Moccasin Making Class – Mondays & Wednesdays in March
Date: Mondays and Wednesdays in MarchTime: 5:00Pm to 8:00PMLocation: LLTC Art Room (Cedar Hall 215) All are welcome to our Free Moccasin Making Class. During this workshop our talented instructor Bonita Desjarlait will teach and help you build your skills in and Moccasin making! A lite Meal will be provided at each class through the LLTC Extension Program.For more information, please contact: Jean Roper on phone at : (218) 513-6492 or Email at: jean.roper@lltc.edu
1 event,
4 events,
Ribbon Skirt & Shirt Classes – March 19th & 26th
Ribbon Skirt & Shirt Classes – March 19th & 26th
All are welcome to these free classes, hosted by LLTC’s Extensions Program. Instructor Dawn Wittner will teach you how to make Ojibwe Ribbon Skirts and Ribbon Shirts. Registration for classes are done in person.
Free Moccasin Making Class – Mondays & Wednesdays in March
Free Moccasin Making Class – Mondays & Wednesdays in March
Date: Mondays and Wednesdays in MarchTime: 5:00Pm to 8:00PMLocation: LLTC Art Room (Cedar Hall 215) All are welcome to our Free Moccasin Making Class. During this workshop our talented instructor Bonita Desjarlait will teach and help you build your skills in and Moccasin making! A lite Meal will be provided at each class through the LLTC Extension Program.For more information, please contact: Jean Roper on phone at : (218) 513-6492 or Email at: jean.roper@lltc.edu
Free Drum Making Class
Free Drum Making Class
Instructor: Amos LaDukeTime: 5:30PM - 7:30PM Location: Bena Community CenterDates: March 19th & 26th All are welcome to our Free Drum Making Class. During this workshop our talented instructor Amos LaDuke will teach you how to make a Hand Drum! A lite Meal will be provided at each class through the LLTC Extension Program. Supplies are provided for the workshop too!
2 events,
Ribbon Skirt & Shirt Classes – March 20th & 27th
Ribbon Skirt & Shirt Classes – March 20th & 27th
All are welcome to these free classes, hosted by LLTC’s Extensions Program. Instructor Shelly Bohn will teach you how to make Ojibwe Ribbon Skirts and Ribbon Shirts.
2 events,
1 event,
Spring 2025 Crochet and Knitting Circle
Spring 2025 Crochet and Knitting Circle
Bring your crochet and Knitting Project and spend the afternoon among other crafters. Beginners to experts are welcome. Everyone works on their own project and shares tips, tricks, and ideas. Light refreshments will be available.
1 event,
Ojibwe Medicine & Tea Classes – Saturdays in March
Ojibwe Medicine & Tea Classes – Saturdays in March
Date: Saturdays in MarchLocation: Mission Community CenterTime: 12:00 to 3PM All are welcome to this free class, hosted by LLTC’s Extensions Program. Instructor Debra Adams will teach you about Ojibwe medicines and how to make Ojibwe teas.
1 event,
Free Moccasin Making Class – Mondays & Wednesdays in March
Free Moccasin Making Class – Mondays & Wednesdays in March
Date: Mondays and Wednesdays in MarchTime: 5:00Pm to 8:00PMLocation: LLTC Art Room (Cedar Hall 215) All are welcome to our Free Moccasin Making Class. During this workshop our talented instructor Bonita Desjarlait will teach and help you build your skills in and Moccasin making! A lite Meal will be provided at each class through the LLTC Extension Program.For more information, please contact: Jean Roper on phone at : (218) 513-6492 or Email at: jean.roper@lltc.edu
0 events,
3 events,
Free Moccasin Making Class – Mondays & Wednesdays in March
Free Moccasin Making Class – Mondays & Wednesdays in March
Date: Mondays and Wednesdays in MarchTime: 5:00Pm to 8:00PMLocation: LLTC Art Room (Cedar Hall 215) All are welcome to our Free Moccasin Making Class. During this workshop our talented instructor Bonita Desjarlait will teach and help you build your skills in and Moccasin making! A lite Meal will be provided at each class through the LLTC Extension Program.For more information, please contact: Jean Roper on phone at : (218) 513-6492 or Email at: jean.roper@lltc.edu
Ribbon Skirt & Shirt Classes – March 19th & 26th
Ribbon Skirt & Shirt Classes – March 19th & 26th
All are welcome to these free classes, hosted by LLTC’s Extensions Program. Instructor Dawn Wittner will teach you how to make Ojibwe Ribbon Skirts and Ribbon Shirts. Registration for classes are done in person.
Free Drum Making Class
Free Drum Making Class
Instructor: Amos LaDukeTime: 5:30PM - 7:30PM Location: Bena Community CenterDates: March 19th & 26th All are welcome to our Free Drum Making Class. During this workshop our talented instructor Amos LaDuke will teach you how to make a Hand Drum! A lite Meal will be provided at each class through the LLTC Extension Program. Supplies are provided for the workshop too!
2 events,
5th Annual Funding our Future Leaders Fundraiser
5th Annual Funding our Future Leaders Fundraiser
LLTC is excited to announce our 5th Annual Funding Our Future Leaders' Fundraiser this March, we will have Pick-a-Prize Raffle, Bingo, Frybread Taco Sale, and our popular Silent Auction!If you are interested in donating items for the Silent Auction, please email events@lltc.edu. For information on how to support LLTC, Endowment, or Scholarships contact Ryan White at 218.335.4229 or email ryan.white@lltc.edu
Ribbon Skirt & Shirt Classes – March 20th & 27th
Ribbon Skirt & Shirt Classes – March 20th & 27th
All are welcome to these free classes, hosted by LLTC’s Extensions Program. Instructor Shelly Bohn will teach you how to make Ojibwe Ribbon Skirts and Ribbon Shirts.
0 events,
0 events,
1 event,
Ojibwe Medicine & Tea Classes – Saturdays in March
Ojibwe Medicine & Tea Classes – Saturdays in March
Date: Saturdays in MarchLocation: Mission Community CenterTime: 12:00 to 3PM All are welcome to this free class, hosted by LLTC’s Extensions Program. Instructor Debra Adams will teach you about Ojibwe medicines and how to make Ojibwe teas.
2 events,
Free Moccasin Making Class – Mondays & Wednesdays in March
Free Moccasin Making Class – Mondays & Wednesdays in March
Date: Mondays and Wednesdays in MarchTime: 5:00Pm to 8:00PMLocation: LLTC Art Room (Cedar Hall 215) All are welcome to our Free Moccasin Making Class. During this workshop our talented instructor Bonita Desjarlait will teach and help you build your skills in and Moccasin making! A lite Meal will be provided at each class through the LLTC Extension Program.For more information, please contact: Jean Roper on phone at : (218) 513-6492 or Email at: jean.roper@lltc.edu
2025 Board of Trustees Meetings
2025 Board of Trustees Meetings
To attend a meeting: Please reach out to the President helen.montgomery@lltc.edu for information about whether the meeting will be held in person on campus or via Zoom. *For meetings held via Zoom, the Zoom login information will be provided to you 30 minutes prior to the meeting. To get on the Board of Trustees meeting agenda: To get on the agenda for a Board meeting, please email your request to the President helen.montgomery@lltc.edu no later than the Monday before the meeting. *Please note than not all requests can be added to the agenda. For example, the Board of Trustees does […]
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Indigenous Cooking Class – April 3rd, 17th, & 22nd
Indigenous Cooking Class – April 3rd, 17th, & 22nd
Instructor Dr. Dan Ninham will be teaching a series of 3 Indigenous Cooking Classes. All Extensions Classes are free and open to all. Supplies will be provided.
