ANTH 323 - Lakota History and South Dakota

South Dakota’s statehood had an impact on the Lakota peoples. This course examines the relationship between the Lakota people and nations with South Dakota settlers. This course will explore attitudes of settlers and the state toward Lakota peoples/nations, the impact on tribal governments and the various state laws and policies that have affected and/or continue to affect Lakota peoples. Finally, this course will examine Lakota participation in South Dakota politics and how it has altered Lakota self-governance and self-determination.

Cross-listed: NATV 323

Credits: 3

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