Memory, Nationalism, and the Politics of Place

AMST 232 / ANTH 232

How does a place become part of our cultural memory and national heritage, even if we've never been there? In this interdisciplinary course, we will draw on Anthropology, History, American Studies, Native American Studies, and other fields to explore how certain places and histories come to be impor…

Indigenous Peoples and Places

ANTH 144

This introductory course examines the histories, cultures, and contemporary lives of Indigenous peoples in North America. Students will explore key topics such as Indian-settler relations, tribal sovereignty, Indigenous activism, and the cultural significance of place and peoplehood. Special attenti…