Educational Philosophy - Dine College - Skip to content About DC About Diné College Educational Philosophy History Locations Research Research Innovation and Practice Convoy NARCH NSF-TCUP Summer Research Enhancement Program (SREP) Indigenous Summer Enhancement Program (ISEP) Undergraduate Student Internship Program Institutes Diné Policy Institute (DPI) Institutes and Grant Programs Institutional Planning and Reporting Navajo Language Immersion Institute Accreditation Board of Regents Office of the President Athletics Go Warriors About Athletics Join Athletics Fitness Center Archery Cross Country Rodeo Land Grant Office (LGO) Land Grant Office (LGO) Agriculture Youth Development Pasture to Plate Expo Marketing and Communications Marketing & Communications Alumni Meet the Marketing Team The Higher Education Opportunity Act Student Consumer Information Commencement Academics Academic Calendar Our Schools School of Arts and Humanities School of Business and Social Science School of Diné Studies and Education School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math School of Transformation T’áá hó ‘ájí t’éego Innovation Hub Dual Credit Program Student & Family New Students Continuing Students Instructors & Administrators Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Contact General Education Core Academic Affairs Academic Assessment and Accreditation Academic Assessment and Accreditation Academic Accreditation Academic Assessment Academic Policies Diné College Placement Rate Methodology Adult Education Program Student Consumer Information Library Admissions Admission Information Admissions FAQs International Students Transfer Students Course Catalog Course Schedule Fees Fees Tuition Refund Schedule Fall and Spring Semesters Summer Sessions Financial Aid Financial Aid and Scholarship Aid and Scholarship SAP Policy Financial Aid Contact Residence Life Registration Information Student Right to Know Act Placement Assessments Summer Institute Program Current Students ASDC Student Mental Health Support Advisement Student Code of Conduct [pdf] Student Complaint Process Student Activites Campus Safety Campus Safety Campus Safety Statistics Learning Center Academic Recognition Transcript Requests Career Education Program IT Services IT-Help Information Technology Office 365 MyDC Portal Security Awareness Portal IT-Help Support DC Locations Career MyDC Portal The educational philosophy of Diné College About Diné College “Sa’ah Naagháíí Bik’eh Hózhóón” The educational philosophy of Diné College “Sa’ah Naagháíí Bik’eh Hózhóón” , the Diné traditional living system, places Diné life in harmony with the natural world and the universe. This unique educational philosophy and mission is grounded in Navajo cultural traditions. The philosophy provides principles both for protection from the imperfections in life and for the development of well-being. The Diné Educational Philosophy, developed by Navajo cultural specialists, represents the essence of the Navajo outlook on life. The core of this philosophy is expressed in concepts and values associated with natural processes identified with the four cardinal directions, including such processes as the daily cycle of day and night and the annual cycle of the seasons. Diné College fulfills its mission by using the Sa’ah Naagháíí Bik’eh Hózhóón principle as a framework to educate its students: About Diné College Educational Philosophy History This philosophy guides all aspects of Diné College’s educational planning activities, including priority setting and research project implementation. Nitsáhákees (Thinking), Nahat’á (Planning), Iiná (Living) and Siihasin (Assuring) Studying Diné language, history, and culture Preparing for further studies and employment in a multi-cultural and technological world Fostering social responsibility, community service and scholarly research that contribute to the social, economic and cultural well being of the Navajo Nation. Nitsáhákees (Thinking) Returning for Fall or Spring Think about your goals (Long term / Short term) Choose the right major Iiná (Living) Throughout your academic career you will: Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP), Understand the financial aid application cycle, Follow your degree checklist / program of study Nahatá (Planning) Plan Ahead Re-apply / Re-new – Beginning each January for the next Academic Year. Student(s) apply for FSA ID. If dependent, parent(s) will have to apply as well. Federal Student Aid FAFSA on the Web Federal School Code: 008246 Tribal Scholarships Other Scholarships Complete and submit all financial aid documents in a timely manner Siihasin (Assuring) When you complete the cycle of Sa’ah Naaghai Bek’eh Hozhoon, we: Prepared you for further studies and employment in a multi-cultural and technological world Contributed to your success through financial resources Helped you to understand the financial aid application cycle Made you aware of what could affect your eligibility, and Contributed to your educational goal of obtaining a Certification or Associate’s degree. Don’t have an account? Already have an account?