Introduction to Native Community Development

Catalog description

Base knowledge course for students currently working within or in partnership with Native communities or considering working in this area. Students will develop a basic understanding within the context of community development of the diversity of tribal structures and cultures and the unique history and jurisdictional considerations of these nations. Course topics will include: working with tribes, Federal and Indian relations, and governance and cultural issues. Students taking this course will complete a holistic analysis and conceptual mapping of a tribe. To enroll, students must be enrolled in the Community Development Master's Degree program or obtain permission. This course is required before students may take other courses in this track.