Meet the Team
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Director, Cherylin Atcitty - Cherylin Atcitty (Navajo Tribe) is originally from Bodaway/Gap and currently resides in Taos, New Mexico. Cherylin has a B.S. in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from Oklahoma Panhandle State University and a M.S. in environmental science from West Texas A&M University. Her background includes working with tribes in New Mexico in natural resource management, air quality, wildlife, fire, surface water, renewable energy, agriculture, and entrepreneurship.

Program Specialist Sr., Joshua Capitan - Joshua Capitan comes from the Pueblo of Laguna but also considers the Navajo Nation home. Joshua recently got B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with minors in Native American Studies (NAS) and Physics, Joshua is a dedicated to supporting and uplifting Native American communities. With a passion for IRD’s focus areas—Agriculture, Business, Education, Engineering, Natural Resources, and Energy—he actively fosters growth and empowerment in these vital sectors.
Driven by a strong sense of cultural heritage and a desire to make a lasting impact, Joshua seeks to bridge the gap between traditional wisdom and modern advancements through what he continues to learn in his academic studies and community involvement. With a unique blend of technical expertise, practical skills, and a deep understanding of Native American cultures, Joshua is poised to catalyze positive change and contribute meaningfully to the growth and future prosperity of his communities


Indian Resources Development Team Address:
Indian Resources Development
ATTN: Individual's name
MSC 3AG, PO Box 30003
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001
Phone: 575-646-1347
Fax: 575-646-5975
Email: ird@nmsu.edu