USDA Extension

Welcome & Overview

We are honored to introduce you to our USDA Extension Program, designed to support and enhance the well-being of Siksikatapii of the Blackfeet Nation through quality education that supports discovery, learning and community engagement by integrating the Niitsitapi World of Knowledge.

Division community advisory committee

The BCC-TCEP program supports Blackfeet Community Colleges academic programs of study that include Business, Education, Math and Science, Human Services, Liberal Arts, Nursing. BCC-TCEP looks forward to the re-awakened programs including Pikanii Studies and Workforce Development programs. The plan identifies strategies and goals that support infrastructure initiated by the Blackfeet Tribal community and resource managers. The plan will engage the

community in Blackfeet language and cultural activities with a timeline beginning fiscal year 2022 through 2026. These activities will address the following areas and support training goals pertaining to Leadership Development, Conservation of Natural Resources and Land Issue, and Economic Development.

Staff Directory

• Felix Nez, USDA Extension Program Director/Agent
• felix.n@bfcc.edu
• (406)338-4551 x2764
• (what I do) oversee projects that address areas of Agriculture, Tribal Youth and 4-H Leadership Development, Family and Consumer Science, Health and Nutrition, Economic Development.
• Chelsea Pree, Administrative Assistant
• 23chelsee.p@bfcc.edu
• (406)338-5441 x 2768
• (what I do) provide administrative support to the USDA Extension Director, ensuring smooth operations and effective communication between staff, intern students and community members of the Blackfeet Nation.