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Response to Senator Bartlett Regarding Mary M. Shavney's Higher Education Grant Eligibility

 Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0020

Dates

  • Majority of material found within 93rd (1973-1975); 94th (1975-1977)

Scope and Contents

The letter is from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding Mary M. Shavney's eligibility for a grant due to discrepancies in her Indian blood degree. The Bureau states that they have issued a statement concerning her Indian blood and she is now eligible to apply for financial aid at the school she plans to attend. If a financial need is established and funds are available, they will be mailed to the school. The Bureau appreciates the Senator's interest in American Indian students.