First Nations Studies
First Nation Studies reflects the holistic worldview of the indigenous people of Turtle Island (North America). This program is committed to the study of American Indian culture, philosophy, history, language, and the social, economic and political status of indigenous people and their communities. At UW-Green Bay, the First Nation Studies program places emphasis on the American Indian oral tradition as preserved and shared by Tribal Elders. Students take part in oral traditional learning experiences within the University classroom as well as in tribal communities, learning from tribal people.
What Will I Learn?
First Nation Studies offers opportunities to study the history and cultures of North American Indians emphasizing the tribes of Wisconsin and the Great Lakes region. The program offers a minor through several cooperating UW-Green Bay departments. Studies include courses on the arts, music, literature, history, languages and religious traditions of Wisconsin tribes, plus a set of seminars dealing with special problems in local Indian communities. Internship experiences with tribal museums, tribal libraries, tribal government offices, American Indian Education and more. you will have experiences with Elders in a tribal setting, as well as learning experiences with a First Nations language.
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FNS Educational Center
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Oneida Language Project
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