Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate understanding of main concepts associated with the study of American Indians and their diverse cultural practices
• Identify and analyze contemporary issues relevant to American Indian populations in Montana and elsewhere
• Use oral and written presentation skills to show your understanding of minority-majority group relationship patterns and the impacts those patterns have for American Indian and other groups

Required Courses

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
NASX 105	Intro Native American Studies *	3
NASX 205	Native Americans in Contmp Soc *	3
NASX 332	MT Indians:Cltrs,Hist & Issues	3
NASX 491	Special Topics	3
Subtotal		12
Restricted Elective Courses
In consultation with an advisor, select at least 9 credits of coursework from the following:		9
ARTH 439	Amer Frst Ntns Art & Vis Cltr
NASX 294/494	Seminar/Workshop
NASX 340/LIT 305	Native American Literature
NASX 350	Native Americans & Environment
NASX 406	Hist of American Indian Women
NASX 476	American Indian Policy and Law
NASX 492	Independent Study
NASX 494	Seminar/Workshop
NASX 498	Internship/Cooperative Educ
Subtotal		9
Total Minimum Credits		21

*

May also satisfy General Education requirements, ultimately reducing the number of courses you must take.