INDIAN STUDIES

FACULTY

D. Anaquod
M. McNab

W. Asikinack
D.R. Miller

C. Beal
R. Pino

T.E. Doré
W. Stevenson

W. Heber
A.B. Stonechild

N. McLeod

The general requirements for degrees in the Faculty of Arts are described on page 55.

BA

A major in Indian studies must include the following:

1.

INST 100, 101, 225, 228, 229, and 301

2.

One Indian studies cultural heritage course (see below)

3.

One Indian studies systems course (see below)

4.

One Indian studies methods course (see below)

5.

6 courses in Indian studies at or above the 200 level, including a minimum of one at the 300 level and one at the 400 level.

A minimum of 45 credit hours in Indian studies is required for the BA degree. Credit in Indian studies may be obtained by taking INCA 283.

BA Honours

The honours program in Indian studies must include the following:

1.

INST 100, 101, 225, 228, 229, 301, 380, 490, and 491

2.

One Indian studies cultural heritage course (see below)

3.

One Indian studies systems course (see below)

4.

One Indian studies methods course (see below)

5.

8 courses in Indian studies at or above the 200 level, including a minimum of two at the 300 level and two at the 400 level

Students interested in the honours degree program are strongly urged to consult the head of the Indian Studies Department by the end of the second year of course work.

Minor in Indian Studies

1.

INST 100 and 101

2.

One Indian studies cultural heritage course (see below)

3.

One Indian studies systems course (see below)

4.

2 additional courses in Indian studies.

INST 100

Introduction to Indian Studies I 3:3-1

This course introduces the subject of Indian studies, with reference to the cultural histories and contemporary conditions of Indian societies in Canada.

Prerequisite: None.

INST 101

Introduction to Indian Studies II 3:3-0

This course will focus on specific social and cultural features of Indian peoples in Canada.

Prerequisite: INST 100.

INST 102 and 3:3-0
INST 103 3:3-0

Introduction to Indian/Native Studies (SCN)

These courses introduce students to issues central to Indian and native cultures and societies in Canada and the hemisphere, emphasizing both historical and contemporary contexts. They are delivered by distance education technology.

Prerequisite: INST 103 requires prior completion of INST 102.

INST 200

Introduction to International Indigenous Issues 3:3-0

This course is an introduction to current issues, developments, and concepts affecting aboriginal peoples.

Prerequisites: INST 100 and 101 or permission of department head.

Note: The course includes a field trip or significant cultural event.

INST 208

Cree Culture and History 3:3-0

This course surveys the culture and history of Cree societies, with special emphasis on Cree societies resident in Saskatchewan.

Prerequisites: INST 100 and 101 or permission of department head.

Note: The course includes a field trip or significant cultural event.

INST 210

Assiniboine Culture and History 3:3-0

This course surveys the culture and history of Assiniboine societies, with special emphasis on Assiniboine societies resident in Saskatchewan.

Prerequisites: INST 100 and 101 or permission of department head.

Note: The course includes a field trip or significant cultural event.

INST 215

Saulteaux Culture and History 3:3-0

This course surveys the culture and history of Plains Ojibway (Saulteaux) societies, with special emphasis on Saulteaux societies resident in Saskatchewan.

Prerequisites: INST 100 and 101 or permission of department head.

Note: The course includes a field trip or significant cultural event.

INST 216

Dene Culture and History 3:3-0

This course surveys the culture and history of Dene societies, with special emphasis on Dene societies resident in Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories.

Prerequisites: INST 100 and 101 or permission of department head.

Note: The course includes a field trip or significant cultural event.

INST 218

Dakota Culture and History 3:3-0

This course surveys the culture and history of Dakota societies, with special emphasis on Dakota societies resident in Canada.

Prerequisites: INST 100 and 101 or permission of department head.

Note: The course includes a field trip or significant cultural event.

INST 219

Inuit Culture and History 3:3-0

This course surveys the culture and history of Inuit societies in Canada, their perceptions, developments, and interpretations.

Prerequisites: INST 100 and 101 or permission of department head.

Note: The course includes a field trip or significant cultural event.

INST 221

Metis Culture and History 3:3-0

This course surveys the historical development of the Metis as a distinct culture and society, their relations to Indian Nations, and their past and present roles in the evolution of Canadian society.

Prerequisites: INST 100 and 101 or permission of department head.

Note: The course includes a field trip or significant cultural event.

INST 222AA-ZZ

Topics in Cultural Heritage 3:3-0

This course surveys the culture and history of selected Indian societies, with emphasis on the Indian cultural heritage in Canada.

Prerequisites: INST 100 and 101 or permission of department head.

Note: The course includes a field trip or significant cultural event.

INST 224

Indigenous Political Systems of North America 3:3-0

This course examines the structures, processes, organizations, and dynamics of selected North American Indian political systems.

Prerequisites: INST 100 and 101 or permission of department head.

INST 225

Principles of Indian Law 3:3-0

This course examines the concept of aboriginal rights, as well as other special rights of aboriginal people, from both Indian and western legal perspectives.

Prerequisites: INST 100 and 101 or permission of department head.

INST 228

Indian History Within Canada: Eastern Canada 3:3-0

This course surveys the history of Indian/non-Indian relations in Eastern Canada from contact to the present, emphasizing the historical perspectives of specific Indian societies.

Prerequisites: INST 100 and 101 or permission of department head.

INST 229

Indian History Within Canada: Western Canada 3:3-0

This course surveys the history of Indian/non-Indian relations in Western Canada from contact to the present, emphasizing the historical perspectives of specific Indian societies.

Prerequisites: INST 228 or permission of department head.

INST 232

Indigenous Systems of Religion and Philosophy 3:3-1

This course will examine the systemic nature and concepts of Indian religious and philosophical belief, thought, and practice. The holism of Indian perspectives will be demonstrated.

Prerequisites: INST 100 and 101, or permission of department head.

INST 236

Indian Economic, Environmental,
and Geographic Systems 3:3-0

This course will examine the interrelationships of Indian economies, environments, and geographies. The holism of Indian perspectives will be demonstrated.

Prerequisites: INST 100 and 101 or permission of department head.

INST 238

Systems of Indian Identity, Culture and Society 3:3-0

This course will examine concepts central to Indian identity, including those categorized as cultural, social, and psychological. The holism of Indian perspectives will be demonstrated.

Prerequisites: INST 100 and 101 or permission of department head.

INST 258

Gender Issues and Indian Societies 3:3-0

This course examines the concepts of gender both within and among Indian societies. The holism of Indian perspectives will be demonstrated.

Prerequisites: INST 100 and 101 or permission of department head.

INST 280

Research Issues in Indian Studies 3:3-0

This course examines the dynamics of research in Indian studies, including ethics, sensitivities, protocols, and priorities. The course will survey the history of research in Indian studies.

Prerequisites: INST 100 and 101 or permission of department head.

INST 281

Methods and Theory in Documenting Oral Traditions 3:3-0

This course introduces methods and theory in the documentation of oral traditions and texts specifically focused on Indian/native contexts.

Prerequisites: INST 100 and 101 or permission of department head.

INST 282

Methods in Indian/Native Community-Based Research 3:3-0

This course will provide the basic methods in applied research involving Indian/native people and their communities.

Prerequisites: INST 100 and 101 or permission of department head.

INST 301

Contemporary Issues of Aboriginal People in Canada 3:3-0

This course examines issues confronting contemporary aboriginal societies, comparing and contrasting the present concerns and aspirations of aboriginal people in Canada.

Prerequisites: One Indian studies methods course (280, 281, or 282) and one Indian studies systems course (224, 232, 236, 238, or 258) or permission of department head.

INST 305

Urbanization and the Canadian Indian 3:3-0

This course examines the increasing migration of Canadian Indians to urban centres and their changing socio-economic conditions. Includes examination of government policy affecting off-reserve Indians, and urban Indian agendas for change.

Prerequisites: Any 200-level course in Indian studies or permission of department head.

INST 320

Indians and the Fur Trade 3:3-0

This course is an examination of the relationship between Indian Nations and fur trading companies in North America.

Prerequisites: INST 228 and 229 or permission of department head.

INST 324

Politics and the Canadian Indian 3:3-0

This course will survey the recent national political situation of Canadian Indians, Canadian Indian organizations and associations, major political issues, and future directions.

Prerequisite: INST 224 or permission of department head.

INST 338

Reserves - Their History and Development 3:3-0

This course is a descriptive and analytical study of Indian reserves focusing on the social and political economy of the Indian peoples prior to and after European arrival, and the invention and implementation of the reserve as a structure of social control in government policy.

Prerequisites: INST 228 and 229 or permission of department head.

INST 340

Indian Reserve Economic Planning 3:3-0

This course will examine economic development theory and planning processes, including human resource development, as they apply to the Indian reserve economy. The methods of conducting community economic base studies and preparing economic development plans will be examined. Critical evaluation of case studies of community economic development will be used to develop analytical skills.

Prerequisites: INST 236 and 282 or permission of department head.

INST 358

The Roles of Women in Indian Societies 3:3-0

This course is an analytical investigation of the traditional and contemporary roles of Indian women in Indian societies, including legal status, social systems, political constituency, and spiritual power.

Prerequisite: INST 258 or permission of department head.

INST 360

Indian Economic Geography 3:3-0

This course is a study of Indian socio-economic characteristics and management of community resources.

Prerequisite: INST 236 or permission of department head.

INST 375

Indian History Within the United States 3:3-0

This course surveys the histories of selected Indian groups in their experience of being engulfed by the creation of the United States. This will be done by examining policy development and implementation and the experience of Indian people in their resistance and perseverance.

Prerequisites: INST 228 and 229 or permission of department head.

Note: The course includes a field trip.

INST 380

Research Methods in Indian Studies 3:3-0

This course is a survey of various research methods compatible with the goals of Indian Studies research agendas. The course will include a sampling of various kinds of applied and pure research accomplishments.

Prerequisite: A 200-level Indian studies methods course (280, 281, or 282) or permission of department head.

INST 390-395AA-ZZ

Directed Reading and Research Variable Credit: 1-3 hours

Courses designed for individual students.

Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

INST 410

Ethnic Identity Theory and Indian Studies 3:3-0

This course will examine ethnic identity theories in the social sciences and their application to the study of Indian societies.

Prerequisites: INST 238 and any 300-level course in Indian studies or permission of department head.

INST 415

North American Indian Religious Philosophies 3:3-0

This course analyzes traditional Indian religious systems of thought, practice, and beliefs, and the impact of these philosophies on contemporary Indian ideas.

Prerequisites: INST 232 and any 300-level course in Indian studies or permission of department head.

INST 421

Issues in Metis Self-Determination 3:3-0

This course explores models for Metis self-determination, including economic development, land claims, and other issues.

Prerequisites: INST 221 and any 300-level course in Indian studies or permission of department head.

INST 424

The Principles of Indian Governance 3:3-0

This course analyzes the principles, structures, and development of Indian governments in Saskatchewan and Canada, emphasizing emerging models.

Prerequisite: INST 324 or permission of department head.

INST 430

Aboriginal Peoples and the Canadian Constitution 3:3-0

This course examines the key struggle to entrench the rights of aboriginal peoples in the Canadian Constitution, changes in the Indian Act over time, and the processes of constitutional negotiations with federal and provincial governments.

Prerequisite: INST 301 and 324, or permission of department head.

INST 440

Strategies for Indian Economic Development 3:3-0

This course examines key issues and strategies in Indian economic development.

Prerequisite: INST 340 or permission of department head.

INST 480

Indian Studies Field Research Practicum 3:3-0

This course is an applied field research project from design to final report stages, to be carried out under the supervision of the Department of Indian Studies.

Prerequisites: INST 380 or permission of department head.

INST 490

Honours Seminar 3:3-0

This seminar will meet to guide students in their honours proposal preparation and research.

Prerequisites: INST 380 and permission of department head.

INST 491

Honours Thesis 3:3-0

This course provides supervision of the writing and completion of the Honours thesis and its defense.

Prerequisites: INST 490 and permission of department head.

INST 492-495AA-ZZ

Directed Reading and Research Variable Credit: 1-3 hours

Courses designed for senior undergraduate students.

Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

INST 496-498AA-ZZ

Selected Topics in Indian Studies Variable Credit: 1-3 hours

Courses designed for groups of senior undergraduates.

Prerequisite: Permission of department head.