Academic
Catalog August 2007 - August 2008 Undergraduate
and Graduate
Some courses may not be offered every year. Check with the college or department office for current information about when specific courses are offered.
For course syllabi, see the departmental website.
AIS 101 INTRODUCTION TO INDIGENOUS STUDIES (3)
Studies indigenous peoples historically and contemporaneously, using case studies drawn from diverse cultures. Also traces indigenous studies as a field, with methods and content distinct from the disciplines that contribute to it. Letter grade only. CUE
AIS 201 AMERICAN INDIAN EXPRESSION (3)
Surveys art, literature, journalism, and modern works that constitute Native American expression and contribution to the American aesthetic tradition. Letter grade only. CUE
AIS 202 ROOTS OF FEDERAL AMERICAN INDIAN POLICY (3)
Surveys basic concepts and ideologies surrounding modern U.S. federal Indian policy, emphasizing stereotypes, historical controversies, and cultural differences. Letter grade only. SPWE
AIS 210 CURRENT AMERICAN INDIAN GOVERNMENT (3)
Provides overview of the development of modern tribal governments, their powers, and the problems they face; includes historical examination of North American indigenous societies. Crosslisted as POS 210. Letter grade only. CUE
AIS 232 MUSEUMS AND AMERICAN INDIANS: COLLECTING, DISPLAYING, AND REPATRIATING INDIGENOUS CULTURES (3)
Introduction to museum anthropology and current developments in tribal and non-tribal museums, with special attention to ideology of display and politics of repatriation. Letter grade only.
AIS 299 MODULAR LEARNING EXPERIENCE (1-3)
In-depth study of an aspect, concept, or problem. Letter grade only. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units.
AIS 301W COMMUNICATION SKILLS FOR APPLIED INDIGENOUS STUDIES (3)
This is the required junior-level writing course for AIS students. It assists students with developing the communication skills needed by professionals working in indigenous communities and organizations. Students will develop skills in writing any of the following: policy, business plans, environmental impact statements, research reports, grants, and other documents as required. They will also develop oral and non-verbal communication skills which will focus on culturally sensitive communication. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: ((ENG 105 or HON 190 or HON 191) and AIS 101 and 6 hours AIS - Applied Indigenous Studies coursework and Junior Status or higher) or International Exchange Student Group JWRT
AIS 304 INDIGENOUS-STATE RELATIONS: COMPARATIVE GLOBAL CONTEXTS (3)
As a critical approach to the study of Federal Indian Law, this course will examine the basic principles of Indian Law in the United States in a comparative context, utilizing both other British-influenced legal systems (Canada, New Zealand, Australia) as well as those of other former colonial powers, such as Spain and France. The course would include an introduction to Federal Indian Law as usually conceived. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: AIS 202 SPWG
AIS 320 AMERICAN INDIAN POLITICS AND POLICY (3)
Examines the development of political and policy relationships between Native American nations and the U.S government, using a political, social, economic, and cultural context. Crosslisted as POS 320. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: POS 110 or International Exchange Student Group CU
AIS 350 RESEARCH ISSUES IN APPLIED INDIGENOUS STUDIES (3)
The course introduces students to the ideological, political, and practical issues involved in managing and conducting research with indigenous communities. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: AIS 101 and one 200- or 300-level AIS-Applied Indigenous Studies course
AIS 380 INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE (3)
Letter grade only.
AIS 398 MODULAR LEARNING EXPERIENCE (1-3)
In-depth study of an aspect, concept, or problem. Letter grade only. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units.
AIS 399 MODULAR LEARNING EXPERIENCE (1-3)
In-depth study of an aspect, concept, or problem within a program of study. Letter grade only. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units.
AIS 404 SENIOR SEMINAR IN STRATEGIC ANALYSIS AND PLANNING (3)
Introduces literature on planning in its various forms, such as strategic, land use, integrated resource, and public-private collaboration. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: (AIS 301W and AIS 301 and Senior Status or higher) or International Exchange Student Group
AIS 408 FIELDWORK EXPERIENCE (1-12)
Individualized supervised field experience in an appropriate agency or organization. Involves providing reports for a cooperating tribe or agency. Pass-fail only. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 units. Department consent required. Prerequisite: Junior Status or higher
AIS 450 INDIAN HEALTH: ISSUES IN HEALTH CARE, PROMOTION AND POLICY (3)
This seminar addresses healthcare systems, policy and health conditions unique to Native Americans. Students study environmentally related illness and health environments as a whole. The class will consider innovative healing and illness prevention strategies. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: Junior Status or higher
AIS 470 TRADITIONAL ETHNOBIOLOGICAL KNOWLEDGE OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES (3)
This course addresses traditional ethnobiological knowledge of wild foragers and farmers, and explores case studies of indigenous communities interacting with parks, endangered species regulators and environmentalists. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: Junior Status or higher
AIS 490C STRATEGIC PLANNING (3)
Involves series of group strategic planning exercises and individual evaluations of them. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: (AIS 404 and AIS-Applied Indigenous Studies required core courses) or International Exchange Student Group CAP
AIS 497 INDEPENDENT STUDY (1-6)
Individualized approach to selected topics by guided reading and critical evaluation. Pass-fail only. No repeat limit.
AIS 499 CONTEMPORARY DEVELOPMENTS (1-3)
Examines recent trends and investigations in a selected area. Letter grade only. No repeat limit.