Visual arts depicting rituals, traditions, values, and worldviews of major American Indian populations. Creative processes of art from pre-contact times through contemporary art. Emphasis placed on style, technique, materials and imagery, and symbolism. Ojibwe Culture and History. Ojibwe culture, history, and traditions including philosophy, religion, and lifestyle.
Students develop an appreciation for the values and belief systems of traditional Indian people.
Dakota Culture and History. An overview of Dakota culture, language, history, literature, contemporary issues, and the arts. Topics in American Indian History. Topics may include social history, oral history, history of particular regions, political systems, education, and policy. Designed for undergraduates.