Native American Studies
Program
Fall 2014 Courses
NAS 101: Introduction to Native American Studies
This course will survey American Indian social, philosophical, spiritual, and cultural aspects in historical and contemporary society. It
examines the issues and experiences of Native people from a variety of perspectives. Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts
& Institutions and Cultural Diversity & International Perspectives requirements. Prerequisites: None
CRN 81099: NAS 101, Sec. 001 MWF 10:00-10:50 a.m. Instructor: gkisedtanamoogk, 3 credits, 216 Boardman Hall
CRN 81100: NAS 101, Sec. 002 TUTH 2:00-3:15 p.m. Instructor: Lisa Neuman, 3 credits, 100 Lord Hall
NAS 102: Introduction to Wabanaki Culture/History/Issues
This course provides an overview of the tribes that make up the Wabanaki Confederacy: the Penobscot, the Passamaquoddy, the
Maliseet and the Micmac. It will provide a survey of the individual tribes’ historic, cultures, philosophic, and creation stories, as well
as a brief overview of Canadian, U.S., and Maine Indian history. This course will discuss and explore current issues and concerns as
well as critical concepts such as sovereignty, treaty rights, and tribal government.
CRN 82189: NAS 102, Sec. 981 W 1:00-3:45 p.m., Instructor: John Bear Mitchell, 3credits, 207 Shibles Hall
CRN 83391, Sec. 985 (ITV and all other campus)
NAS 201/HTY398: Topics in Native American Studies: North American Indian History
An introductory history of North American Indians, from before European contact to the present. Within a broad chronological
framework, the course will look at critical themes in American Indian history; American Indians prior to contact; cultural contact;
treaty making, treaty rights, sovereignty; impact of government policies on Native populations; and contemporary issues
CRN 86660: NAS 201, Sec. 001: Cross-listed with HTY 398 CRN 87394
TUTH 9:30-10:45 am Instructor: Maureen E. Smith, 3 credits, 428 Aubert Hall
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NAS 201: Topics in Native American Studies: Wabanaki Language II
While there are distinct Indigenous languages of the Native nations that make up the Wabanaki Confederacy, these languages are
similar. This course will offer an opportunity for students to begin to build their Wabanaki vocabulary and develop skills in
pronunciation and oral communication, as well as discussing the history of Wabanaki words. Taught by a Wabanaki speaker.
CRN 83091: NAS 201, Sec. 002 TH 5:00-7:30 pm Instructor: Roger L. Paul, 3 credits, 205 Little Hall
NAS230/HTY222: Topics in Native American Studies: Maine Indian History in the 20th Century
We will explore the variety of ways Wabanaki experiences deviated from the national narrative on American Indians and examine
when Native challenges were in lockstep with western tribes in the twentieth century. The course considers the interplay between
cultural traditions and modernity. The regional scope highlights local developments.
CRN 86662:NAS 230, Sec. 001: Cross listed with HTY 222 CRN: 86663
TUTH 3:30-4:45pm Instructor: Micah Pawling, 3 credits, 365 Stevens Hall
NAS 270/WGS 270: Native American Women
This course will explore American Indian women’s lifestyles and social roles from a variety of tribal cultures. It will focus on the
traditional and contemporary values and roles of Native women. Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts & Institutions and
Cultural Diversity & International Perspectives requirements. Prerequisites: NAS 101, WST 101 or permission.
CRN 86661: NAS 270, Sec. 001: Cross-listed with WGS 270 CRN: 86702
TUTH 12:30-1:45 a.m. Instructor: Maureen Smith, 3 credits, 200 Lord Hall
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For any questions or permission, please contact: The Native American Programs office at 207-581-4450 or
Email: bethany.haverlock@umit.maine.edu