AIIS- American Indian Indigenous Studies

Pathways

Courses

AIIS 102: Introduction to American Indian and Indigenous Studies

Credits 5
EDP, H- Introductory course in American Indian / Indigenous Studies (AIIS) provides students with essential perspectives and narratives focused on the direct experiences and cultural heritage of Indigenous People of North America. Topics covered in the interdisciplinary course include: the scope of the AIIS field of study, the rich diversity of the Indigenous People of North America, Tribal sovereignty, State and Federal Treaties defining Tribal self-determination and Tribal Power Movements in the 21st century. The course is open to Tribal and non-tribal members

AIIS 103: The Indigenous Pacific Northwest

Credits 5

EDP, H, IL- Tribes of the Pacific Northwest have settled on and around rivers, coasts, mountains, and plateaus Since Time Immemorial. The course examines the Pacific North Coast, Plateau, and Southeast Alaskan Native Territories and their people. Key emphasis is placed on understanding significant Tribal contributions to the history, politics, and economies of Washington, Oregon, and Alaska. Assignments and projects focus on developing skills, abilities, and competencies in comprehending and understanding how Tribes in the region sustain their culture through language, art, ceremonies, foods, and spirituality by upholding their Tribal sovereignty and self-governance. A community-based learning assignment/project is required. The course is open to Tribal and non-tribal members.

AIIS 203: Indigenous Ways of Knowing

Credits 5

EDP, H, IL, SS, SU- Indigenous Ways of Knowing uses multiple experiences, ideologies, and theories to link the course concepts to their applications as complex language systems, kinship practices, and self-government Since Time Immemorial. The course develops understanding of and explores how contemporary Indigenous ways of knowing inform, shape, and transform understanding. Relevant narratives and experiences from American Tribal Nations and Canadian First Nations will frame the basis of examining these worldviews. Assignments and projects focus on developing skills and competencies in comprehending and understanding how Tribes demonstrate culture through Tribal sovereignty, identification, demographics, government relations, treaty and water rights, Indian gaming, and treaty law. This course meets the Integrated Learning (IL) requirement.