SOC 248 - American Indians: Culture, Activism, and Social Justice (1)

American Indians: Culture, Activism, and Social Justice Distinctive aspects of Native American tribes and analysis of the ways in which contemporary tribal cultures are influenced by their unique relationship with the federal government. An analysis of treaty rights, the nature of tribal self-determination, and the goals of current tribal activism. Topics covered include tribal efforts to control reservation development, to protect sacred environments, and to preserve tribal cultures. This course may count toward the SOC, SAN or EST majors. Prerequisite: One of the following: Writing Requirement (W), ANT 101, SOC 101, SOC 102, EST 123, permission of instructor. Alternate years.
(Social Science)