Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University

Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College, located in the rural setting of Hayward, Wisconsin, serves communities across northwestern Wisconsin with its main campus situated on the Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe Reservation. Established in 1982, the college maintains a focused mission of providing higher education opportunities while preserving Ojibwe culture and language. The two-year institution offers associate degrees and certificate programs with particular emphasis on Native American studies, business administration, and natural resources. The campus includes classroom buildings designed to reflect traditional Ojibwe architecture, a library specializing in Native American resources, and facilities for technical and vocational training. Students can access courses at the main campus and through several outreach sites located in surrounding tribal communities.