American Indian Studies Minor

Program Coordinator/Contact
Richard Meyers, Coordinator
American Indian Studies
605-688-6416
E-mail: richard.meyers@sdstate.edu

Program Information
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.

Student Learning Outcomes
Graduates from the America Indian Studies minor will be able to:

• articulate an understanding the past, present, and possible futures of American Indian people;
• recognize the historical and contemporary significance of American Indian experiences;
• use effective oral and written communication to:
  • promote understanding of the pluralist nature of the United States; and
  • respond to the growing need for multicultural competency.

Course Delivery Format
Program courses are taught on campus, online, and in field based settings.