Native Amer/Indigenous Studies Courses

NAIS 38, Introduction to Native American Studies
Lec-52.5 field trips P/NP Available

ADVISE: Readiness for college-level English or ESL 188

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.

UC/CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
NAIS 39, Federal Indian Policy and Native American Culture
Lec-52.5 field trips P/NP Available

ADVISE: (Readiness for college-level English) or ESL 188

In-depth study of American Indian cultures and the impact of state and federal policies and laws pertaining to tribal sovereignty
and self-governance. Covers the effects of and resistance to colonization and cultural appropriation upon American Indian cultures
and religions. Students gain a practical understanding of the cultural, political and legal challenges faced by American Indian tribal
nations in our own region and across the country.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable