Turning Points Magazine at ASU
Arizona State University
About Turning Points Magazine at ASU
Turning Points Magazine represents a transformative initiative rooted in the Tempe, Arizona campus community at Arizona State University. Born from genuine conversations with Indigenous students who expressed feelings of loneliness, invisibility, and disconnection, this student organization emerged as a tangible response to real community needs. Developed by Drs. Bryan McKinley Jones Brayboy (Lumbee) and Amanda R. Tachine (Diné), the magazine reflects a commitment to centering Native student voices and experiences within higher education.
What distinguishes Turning Points is its foundational principle: created by and for Indigenous college students. This approach ensures that every aspect of the publication—from conceptualization through distribution—honors and amplifies the authentic perspectives of Native students themselves. The magazine serves as more than just informational content; it functions as a source of affirmation, reminding Indigenous students that they are not alone in their unique journeys and that they genuinely belong within the university.
Distributed throughout Arizona State University's Indigenous student population and to tribal leadership nationwide, Turning Points Magazine has become a vital resource within Native higher education circles. The publication's recognition through multiple National Native Media Awards demonstrates the quality and impact of student-led journalism that centers Indigenous narratives. Operating from the Center for Indian Education's location in Discovery Hall on the Tempe campus, this student organization continues to build community, foster connection, and provide practical guidance for Native students pursuing their academic goals. Turning Points exemplifies how institutional support combined with student leadership can create meaningful, culturally relevant resources that sustain and celebrate Indigenous presence in higher education.