To prepare students with a solid foundation of responsible life long learning.

The mission of the Diné Studies Division is to prepare students for responsible life challenges according to Sa'ah Naagháí Bik'eh Hózhóón. The program is designed to develop students' knowledge, skills, values, and confidence in promoting responsible academic performance of higher learning in Navajo language, culture, history and government.

The goals of the Center for Diné Studies Division are to prepare individuals in the following areas:

Nitsáhákees:

• Critical interpretations and thinking, theoretical analysis and reasoning; used to compare and contrast as these relate to Navajo language, culture, history and government.
• Develop students' professional knowledge and skills to analyze alternative solutions through logic and creativity.

• Action and implementing thought: carrying out ideas and putting ideas in place.
• Develop and demonstrate communication skills.
• Demonstrate systematic organization skills.
• Formulate opinions through research and literary skills.

• Basic quality academic outcomes.
• Self-direction and motivation based on values consistent with moral standards of Navajo society.
• Quality participation, work and materials.
• Cultivate emotional health, well-being, and sensitivity for the ecosystem (nature).

• Assurance, firm foundations, confidence to promote and apply academic skills.
• Self-esteem, self-value with confidence.
• Prepare to graduate and transfer to a 4-year university.
• Prepare for a career choice.