Vallen Cook

phd candidate and Executive Director of Natural Resources in Grand Portage, Minnesota

Hello, I’m Vallen Cook, the Executive Director of Natural Resources and Trustlands for the Grand Portage Band of Chippewa and a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Minnesota. Based in beautiful Grand Portage, Minnesota, my tribal homeland, I’m deeply connected to our natural and cultural heritage. My passions include photography, education, and cultural preservation, all underscored by a commitment to lifelong learning. I strive to blend traditional knowledge with innovative approaches to land and resource management, ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.

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  • Work
    • Grand Portage Band of Chippewa
  • Education
    • Cook County Secondary
    • Northwestern College (B.A)
    • University of Minnesota Duluth (M.TAG)
    • University of Minnesota Twin Cities (Ph.D.)
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