BA in Native American and Indigenous Studies

History in the making. Because of its unique history, Morris is a great place to pursue Native American and Indigenous Studies. The Native American and Indigenous Studies major and minor are designed to enhance students' awareness and overall knowledge about sovereignty and the diversity of Indigenous cultures throughout all of Native North America.

This is an interdisciplinary major under the authority of the vice chancellor for academic affairs and dean. The program is administered by the coordinator(s) of Native American and Indigenous Studies. The Native American and Indigenous Studies major is designed to enhance students' awareness and their overall knowledge about sovereignty and the diversity of Indigenous cultures, focusing on the United States. Majors must engage and learn Native American histories, cultures, literature, languages, arts, sciences, and expressive cultures.

The University of Minnesota, Morris provides a rigorous undergraduate liberal arts education, preparing its students to be global citizens who value and pursue intellectual growth, civic engagement, intercultural competence, and environmental stewardship.

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