Native American Studies
Native American Studies
Native American Studies minor
Upon completion of this program students will be able to:
- understand the concept of tribal sovereignty and the development of modern tribal governments, including their functions, importance, and restrictions
- understand and appreciate the roles of art, culture, history, literature, and politics in the development of tribal world views
- identify historical, cultural, and political diversity and significance in Native oral traditions and written literatures.
- understand historical experiences and contemporary issues in North America from the perspective of Native American peoples
- understand the complexity and diversity of Indigenous experiences in the Americas
Minor
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| NASX 105 | Intro Native Amer Studies (CAT V) | 3 |
| NASX 232 | MT Ind Cltrs/Hstry/Iss (= 332) | 3 |
| NASX 120 | Native American Language I | 3 |
| or NASX 121 | Native American Language II | |
| NASX 310 | Native Cultures of North Amer (CAT V) | 3 |
| NASX 235 | Oral/Written Trads Native Amer (CAT V) | 3 |
| or NASX 340 | Native American Literature | |
| NASX 376 | Fed Indian Law & Policy (CAT V) | 3 |
| NASX 450 | History of American Indians (CAT V) | 3 |
| Total minimum credits required for minor | 21 | |