According to Simon Ortiz (Acoma Pueblo), storytelling is as much about education as entertainment. It is through storytelling that each tribe's history, moral precepts, and spirituality are passed down from one generation to the next. This attention to the holistic value of storytelling and its link to community is understood by Kevin "Hoch" Decora (Lakota) who teaches at Sinte Gleska University in Mission, South Dakota. He uses storytelling in his classes to reflect community and draw in students of all ages. At many tribal colleges, storytelling is an integral part of the curricula. Students learn from elders--and also learn to craft their own narratives.