American Studies [106F] - Myths of Native America

Institution:

Hamilton College

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Description:

For Native Americans, myths are important not just as sacred narratives tied to indigenous customs, but also as manipulative tales outsiders have used to control Native peoples. Students examine latent stereotypes and manifest lies about the Native cultures and peoples of the Americas, the devotional ideologies they represent, the political roles they play and indigenous responses they inspire. The course engages indigenous politics in North, Middle and South America through an unorthodox study of history, religion, science and popular culture. (Same as Religious Studies 106.)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hamilton.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 859-4011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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