American Indian Studies Minor

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Timothy Nichols, Acting Coordinator
American Indian Studies
126 Briggs Library
e-mail: timothy.nichols@sdstate.edu

This is an inter-college program of American Indian culture studies. Coursework in various departments of the University provides a broad base for understanding the past, present, and possible futures of American Indian people. The program recognizes the historical and contemporary significance of American Indian experiences. Study of these experiences promotes understanding of the pluralist nature of the United States and responds to the growing need for multicultural sensitivity and awareness.

Students desiring more information or interested in minoring in the program should consult with the coordinator no later than the beginning of the junior year.

Requirements for American Indian Studies Minor: 20 cr

Required courses for the minor

ENGL 445 - American Indian Literature Credits: 3
See note below
LAKL 101 - Introductory Lakota I * ** (COM) Credits: 4
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Choose one from the following:

ANTH 421-521 - Indians of North America ** Credits: 3
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HIST 368 - History and Culture of the American Indian ** (COM) Credits: 3
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10 credits chosen from the following elective courses:

HIST 362, History of the American West Credits: 3

AIS 100 - Introduction to American Indian Studies Credits: 3
ANTH 210 - Cultural Anthropology * ** (COM) Credits: 3
ANTH 421-521 - Indians of North America ** Credits: 3
See note below
ENGL 256 - Literature of the American West * ** Credits: 3
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ENGL 447 - American Indian Literature of the Present Credits: 3
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GEOG 467 - Geography of the American Indian Credits: 3
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HIST 368 - History and Culture of the American Indian ** (COM) Credits: 3
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LAKL 102 - Introductory Lakota II * ** (COM) Credits: 4
See note below
LAKL 201 - Intermediate Lakota I (COM) Credits: 3
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LAKL 202 - Intermediate Lakota II (COM) Credits: 3
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POLS 417 - American Indian Government and Politics Credits: 3
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REL 238 - Native American Religions * ** Credits: 3
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SOC 350 - Race and Ethnic Relations ** (COM) (G) Credits: 3
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Note:

Courses crosslisted as AIS.
Other courses will be added as they are approved by the American Indian Studies Committee.