Native American Studies

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Bruce Gjeltema, Gurley Hall 2210F

Course Descriptions

Schedule of Classes

NATV 150: INTRODUCTION TO NATIVE AMERICAN STUDIES (3 Cr hrs)

Examines the unique aspects of tribalism and provides an introduction and foundation for understanding the social, geographic, and linguistic difference among indigenous populations in North America. Fall (Main Campus Course)

NATV 250: INTRODUCTION TO SOCIO-POLITICAL CONCEPTS IN NATIVE AMERICAN STUDIES (3 Cr hrs)

Reviews the impact of regional, national, and international public policies in defining Native Americans in the process of Westernization. Examines an important theories used to model tribal community development, and interprets major policies, beginning with colonialism and ending with nationalism. Spring. Prerequisite: or 150 equivalents. (Main Campus Course)

NATV 252: THE NATIVE AMERICAN EXPERIENCE (3 Cr hrs)

Introductory survey of Native American history, culture and contemporary issues. Students read literature by and about Native Americans covering a variety of topics including tribal sovereignty, federal policy, activism, economic development, education and community life.