PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT
CROWNPOINT, NM – January 14, 2026 – Navajo Technical University (NTU) announced today that the National Transitional Energy Company (NTEC) has donated $35,000 to support student scholarships and strengthen technical education at the university.
The donation includes $15,000 for student scholarships and grants and $20,000 for equipment for NTU’s Microelectronics Lab, which supports hands-on learning for engineering and technology students.
The donation was personally delivered on January 14, 2026, by Nathan Tohtsoni, Education Coordinator for NTEC, during a visit to the NTU President’s Conference Room. While on campus, NTEC representatives met with NTU leadership to learn more about the university’s academic programs and student opportunities. The discussion highlighted NTU’s engineering and technical programs and how continued support can help students succeed in their educational and career goals.
“For seven years, NTEC has been a strong supporter of NTU and continues to stand behind the university’s efforts to empower Navajo students,” said Tohtsoni. “NTEC remains committed to supporting NTU and advancing success within the Navajo Nation.”
In addition to the $35,000 donation, NTEC also contributed $1,250 to NTU’s American Indigenous Business Leaders (AIBL) Club to help purchase new blazers for student members. This support follows a major achievement by the American Indigenous Business Leaders (AIBL) Chapter at NTU, which earned First Place in the Chapter of the Year – Tribal College category at the AIBL National Business & Leadership Student Conference held March 10–11, 2025, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
NTU expressed appreciation for NTEC’s continued partnership and investment in student success. The university looks forward to continuing its collaboration with NTEC to expand educational opportunities and support the next generation of Navajo leaders in engineering, business, and technology.
Navajo Technical University continues to honor Diné culture and language, while educating for the future.
