NASX 205D

Fall and Spring semesters: in-person

Summer semester: online only

3 credits, undergraduate level-200, Diversity Credit

Instructor: Charles Spray

Course Description

This course explores the historical development of the incorrect notion of a singular Native American identity and seeks to place an understanding of that notion in a current context. For centuries, Native Americans have been misunderstood, marginalized, persecuted, and discriminated against. Those days are slowly coming to an end. This course seeks to dismantle the stereotypes, misunderstandings and myths which continue to impact Native Peoples. 

Readings for this course may include, but are not limited to:

*Resource and materials list subject to change. Check with the instructor before purchasing books!*

  • Dunbar-Ortiz, Roxanne. (2016). All the Real Indians Died Off: And 20 Other Myths About Native Americans. Beacon Press.

Instructor

Charlie Spray

Charlie Spray is a Ph.D. Candidate who will be earning his Doctorate in 2024.  He earned a B.A. in History with minors in Museum Studies and Native American Studies and an M.A. in Native American Studies, all awarded at Montana State University. He has been teaching in the Native American Studies Department since 2014. His interest areas include the legacy of the mythological “Wild West”, Native American Film representation, and the loss of Silence in Modern society.

Tuition and Fees

If you are accepted into a qualified online program, see the appropriate MSU Tuition and Fee table below:

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How to Register

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For course information:

Please contact Erika Ross at erika.ross1@montana.edu or Charlie Spray at charliespray@gmail.com.