Native American Studies
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David West, Coordinator
The minor in Native American studies emphasizes the culture, history, art, and literature of the indigenous peoples of the United States and Canada.
Requirements for Minor
- A minimum of 24 credits, 15 of which must be upper division and 4 must be practicum.
- Choose from among the following courses with Native American subject focus (16–20 credits):
| Introduction to Native American Studies (NAS 268) | 4 |
| Introduction to Intertribal Dance (NAS 270) | 4 |
| Native American Topics: Historical (NAS 368) | 4 |
| Seminar: Native American Culture (NAS 407/507 or Ed 407/507) | 2 |
| Native American Psychology (Psy 489) | 4 |
| Native American Topics: Contemporary (NAS 468) | 4 |
| Native North America (Anth 318) | 4 |
| Native North America: Special Studies (Anth 334) | 4 |
| Archaeology Field School (Anth 375) | 4 |
| Cultural Resource Management (Anth 462) | 4 |
| Cultural Rights (Anth 464) | 4 |
| Contemporary Issues in Native North America (Soc 338) | 4 |
| Introduction to Native North American Art (ArtH 199) | 4 |
| Native American Narratives, Fiction, and Poetry (Eng 240) | 4 |
| Native American Myth and Culture (Eng 239) | 4 |
| Major Forces in Literature (Eng 447)* | 4 |
| Major Figures in Literature (Eng 448)* | 4 |
| Ethnobotany and Cross-Cultural Communication (Bi 384) | 3 |
| Native American History (Hst 383) | 4 |
| Oral History Methods (Hst 412) | 4 |
*Applicable to the minor when Native American authors are featured.
- Synthesis (4–8 credits) and Practicum (minimum 4 accumulated credits). Choose from a combination of:
| NAS 209 | 2–4 |
| NAS 309 | 2–6 |
| NAS 409* | 2–8 |
Native American Studies Courses
See Course Prerequisites PolicyLower Division Courses
| NAS 209 Practicum |
| Credits to be arranged |
| NAS 268 Introduction to Native American Studies |
| 4 |
| Introduces the indigenous peoples of North America through history, art, music, culture, literature, and oral tradition. Focuses on creation through the prophecy period. Provides a foundation for other course offerings. Incorporates experiential learning through attendance at Native American events. |
| NAS 270 Introduction to Intertribal Dance |
| 4 |
| Provides an overview of the powwow and its basic structure, protocol, and key participants. Discusses traditional and contemporary concepts, as well as how they are related to the dancer, community, and Indian country. A daily dance class applies relevant teachings and concepts of intertribal and social dances. Enhances student understanding, participation, and respect for the powwow and Native America. |
Upper Division Courses
| NAS 309 Practicum |
| Credits to be arranged |
| NAS 368 Native American Topics: Historical |
| 4 |
| Uses Native voices to examine the historical period and prophecy to 1890. Presents material from the perspective of the indigenous peoples relative to the foretold coming of a new people, colonization, and westward expansion. Examines the impact upon Native life relative to federal and state policies, land acquisition and treaties, removals, reservation and boarding school development, and the major changes in the lifestyles and culture of Native America. NAS 268 is recommended. |
| NAS 407/507 Seminar |
| 1 to 4 |
| Cross-listed with (Cross-listed with Ed 407/507) |
| NAS 468 Native American Topics: Contemporary |
| 4 |
| Progresses from 1890 to contemporary times. Examines Native American culture, history, art, literature, music, and dance. Explores correlated applications of Native wisdom and knowledge to the students' major program of study. Promotes the concept of inclusion by bridging cultures to eliminate stereotypical imaging. NAS 268 and 368 recommended. |
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