Winnebago, NE – March 15, 2025 – Little Priest Tribal College (LPTC) is proud to announce
the grand opening of its newest campus addition, the Louis LaRose Memorial Building, on May
2, 2025. This state-of-the-art, $6 million science facility honors the legacy of Louis LaRose, a
trailblazer in the Tribal Colleges & Universities (TCUs) movement, a former chairman of
the Winnebago Tribal Council, and a dedicated advocate for education.
“It is a dream come true,” said President Patil. “This facility is a milestone for our college and a
key part of the development of our new 10-acre campus. The three-story, 12,500-square-foot
building features two cutting-edge science labs on the third floor, three classrooms on the second
floor, and offices along with a student lounge on the first floor. We welcome guests from across
the country to join us in celebrating this historic occasion.”
To commemorate this momentous event, LPTC will host a community meal on May 1, 2025, open
to all members of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska. In addition, building tours will be offered on
both May 1 and May 2.
