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2 days agoDiné College Rodeo Student Dean Holyan Qualifies for 2026 College National Finals
Diné College Student Dean Holyan Qualifies for 2026 College National Finals Rodeo Tsaile, Ariz., June 9, 2026 — Diné College student and rodeo athlete Dean Holyan has qualified for the 2026 College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR), earning his place among the nation’s top collegiate competitors. Holyan secured his spot through the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA) Grand Canyon Region, where he finished among the top qualifiers in tie-down roping. The 2026 CNFR is scheduled for June 14–20 in Casper, Wyoming. Holyan’s achievement reflects the discipline, commitment, and cultural grounding that Diné College’s rodeo program has cultivated in Navajo Nation for students for decades. A student in Social and Behavioral Sciences within the School of Business and Social Science, Holyan balances full-time academics with collegiate competition and professional work as a music and entertainment director for Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) events. He credits time management, accountability, and a positive attitude as the keys to meeting his responsibilities as both a student and an athlete. Holyan also carries forward a deep family legacy in the sport. His father, Edward Holyan, serves as the Diné College rodeo coach, and his grandfather, the late Dean C. Jackson—for whom he is named—was a former president of Diné College. During Jackson’s administration, the rodeo program was formally established and strengthened as part of a broader vision for student success rooted in Diné values, discipline, and opportunity. “Dean Holyan’s qualification for the College National Finals Rodeo is a proud moment for Diné College and for our Navajo Nation communities,” said Dr. Deborah Jackson-Dennison, President of Diné College. “His achievement reflects athletic excellence along with the discipline, responsibility, and perseverance that define student success. Dean represents the strength of our students—young people who pursue higher education while remaining grounded in family, culture, and community.” Dr. Dennison noted that Holyan’s accomplishment also honors the enduring legacy of Dean C. Jackson, her late father. “President Jackson understood that rodeo was never just about competition. He saw it as a pathway to higher education—a way to connect Navajo student-athletes to scholarships, leadership, and lasting opportunity,” Dennison said. “He believed students succeed when education connects to who they are, where they come from, and the values they live each day. That vision continues to shape our rodeo program, and Dean Holyan carries it forward in a powerful way.” For Holyan, qualifying for nationals represents the reward of years of perseverance. “It’s been a long time coming,” Holyan said. “Rodeo is all I’ve ever known—there’s nothing else I want to be but an Indian cowboy. It’s been a roller coaster with injuries, but coming back home to Diné College and making it to Casper makes it all worth it.” Holyan’s path to the CNFR has tested his resilience. After beginning his collegiate career out of state, he faced a series of injuries that required surgery and kept him away from competition for nearly two years. He returned home to Diné College to resume his career, and this season he delivered some of the strongest performances of his collegiate journey—balancing a demanding travel schedule, professional commitments, and full-time coursework along the way. He credits his instructors and advisors helping him manage that balance, and he encourages other student-athletes to stay in close communication with their professors. His ability to move between the demands of competition and the rigor of academics, he says, reflects the focus and discipline at the heart of the student-athlete experience. As Holyan prepares to compete in Casper, his accomplishment stands as a testament to the values that have long defined Diné College’s rodeo program—family, culture, education, and the determination to carry forward a meaningful legacy. About Diné College Diné College serves the Navajo Nation and surrounding communities, advancing student success through education grounded in Diné values, culture, and language. The College’s programs prepare students for leadership, opportunity, and lifelong contributions to their communities. Media Contact: Office of Communications Diné College Tsaile, Arizona The post Diné College Student Dean Holyan Qualifies for 2026 College National Finals Rodeo appeared first on Dine College -.
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"Diné College Crownpoint Center Hosts Hands-On Spring Seed Starting Workshop CROWNPOINT, NM., April 29, 2026. The Diné College Crownpoint Center partnered with the Land Grant Office to host a free Spring Seed Starting Workshop today. The event gave students, staff, and local community members the chance to learn the basics of growing plants from seeds and what they need to thrive. The workshop was created after community members shared a strong interest in learning how to garden. Designed for people with no prior experience, the event provided a hands-on introduction to soil preparation, plant nutrients, and planting techniques. Participants touched the soil, filled their own planting trays, and started seeds they could watch grow throughout the spring. Beverly Maxwell, a facilitator from the Land Grant Office, led the workshop. She was joined by student intern Colleen Kellywood, who shared her own education and experience with the group. Kelly provided attendees with helpful resources, including growing zone guides and a garden planner logbook to help them map out their planting season. The team taught the group about companion planting and how to know when a plant is ready to move into a larger garden. Beyond the physical skills of gardening, the event focused deeply on wellness, mental health, and the cultural meaning of agriculture. The facilitators taught that being a grower involves responsibility, but it also gives a lot back to the person tending to the garden. Taking time to care for plants offers physical activity and mental peace. “Just like college, or anything in life, you have to take that step and try it out,” said Tyrel Pablo, Academic Success Coach at the Crownpoint Center. “You can take this as a form of self-care. It is a way to step back from your studies, help a seed grow, and relieve stress.” The Diné College Crownpoint Center plans to hold another part of this workshop series in May to teach participants how to move their growing plants into a larger garden space. For More Information: Crownpoint Center 505.786.7391 The post Diné College Crownpoint Center Hosts Hands-On Spring Seed Starting Workshop appeared first on Dine College -."
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