In this interdisciplinary Ethnic Studies introduction to Native American Studies, students engage with indigeneity, oral tradition, arts, self-determination and sovereignty, spirituality, sustainable practices, and resilience. Critical analysis of historical resistance to settler-colonialism and activist struggles against structural discrimination. Applying knowledge produced by Native Americans on relevance of the past to contemporary issues.
This class meets fully in-person with no online meetings and is 17.5 weeks. Students may be required to complete/submit coursework in Canvas, which must be accessed using an internet enabled device. In-person meeting information (meeting days, times, location) is in the class schedule. The first day of class meets on Tuesday 01/14/25.
Recommended Preparation, Readiness for college-level English or ESL 188