This article examines issues regarding the organizational identities of tribal colleges. It provides views that despite being modeled on conventional colleges and universities, tribal colleges need to become more uniquely Native American institutions. A suggestion is explored that tribal colleges offer more courses of study involving tribal history and tribal philosophy. The article also questions whether tribal colleges have done enough to integrate cultural knowledge and ensure the survival of tribal languages. Included are comments from Fort Belknap Community College President Carole Falcon-Chandler.