Native American Studies (NAS)

NAS 201 MONTANA’S AMERICAN INDIANS
Credits: 3
Term: (F, S, SU)

This course focuses on the interactions of Montana’s American Indians in socioeconomic structures based on historical and current perspectives including cultural world views, religion, reservations, treaties, vested rights, sovereignty, contemporary tribal governments, and socioeconomic problems.

NAS 215 NATIVE AMERICAN RELIGIOUS TRADITIONS
Credits: 3
Term: (F based on sufficient demand)

This course will examine, explore, and describe selected Native American Religious systems focusing on origins, world views, religious beliefs, traditions and ceremonies, sacred songs and dance, and the way they have been affected by western civilization. A major focus will be on the Northern Plains People.