NAS 368 - Native American Topics: Historical

4 credits
Uses Native voices to examine the historical period and prophecy to 1890. Presents material from the perspective of the indigenous peoples relative to the foretold coming of a new people, colonization, and westward expansion. Examines the impact upon Native life relative to federal and state policies, land acquisition and treaties, removals, reservation and boarding school development, and the major changes in the lifestyles and culture of Native America. NAS 268 recommended.