American Indian Studies Minor

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The American Indian Studies minor recognizes the diversity represented in the rich heritage of American Indians. The study, from an interdisciplinary perspective, facilitates research and creative activities concerning American Indian peoples. Students with a minor in American Indian Studies will use academic and experiential knowledge to explore the natural and cultural diversity of American Indian peoples.

Required Courses

AIS 101 - Pre-Contact Period of American Indians, Pre-AD 1492 Credits: (5)
AIS 102 - Contact Period of American Indians, AD 1492 to 1890 Credits: (5)
AIS 103 - Emergence of Contemporary American Indians, AD 1890 to Present Credits: (5)

Humanities Electives - 9 to 10 Credits

Select at least two of the following courses:

ETS 373 - American Indian Authors and Publications (5)
HIST 338 - Conquest and Compromises: American History since 1492 (5)

ENG 332 - American Indian Literature Credits: (4)
ENG 334 - American Indian Oral and Non- Fiction Literature Credits: (4)
ENG 461 - Studies in Race, Ethnicity, and Culture in American Film and Television Credits: (4)
ETS 471 - Issues in American Indian Education Credits: (5)
ETS 472 - American Indian Profiles Credits: (3)
PHIL 320 - American Indian Philosophy Credits: (5)
RELS 320 - American Indian Spirituality Credits: (5)

Science Electives - 8 Credits

Select at least two of the following courses:

American Indian Studies Minor

Required Courses

Humanities Electives - 9 to 10 Credits

Science Electives - 8 Credits

Additional course opportunities in:

Total Credits: 32 to 33