Defining Your Place
The American Indian and indigenous studies program provides students with opportunities to engage with American Indian communities within domestic contexts. The American Indian and indigenous studies program is committed to broadening the knowledge of students interested in the histories, languages, cultures, arts and contemporary situations of American Indian nations and people. The program emphasizes the historical and contemporary significance of American Indian experiences. Graduates can seek advanced degrees in professional and graduate schools or careers in tribal, state or federal government levels, nonprofit organizations or community development. The major offers flexibility and can easily be added to another major.
Is it for you?
This program will be a good fit if you:
- Want to learn about American Indian cultures and Indigenous worldview.
- Value intercultural communication skills.
- Are fascinated by history and politics.
- Are interested in community involvement.
- Enjoy literature and language.
Career Opportunities
Explore possible career opportunities with this degree:
- Community and youth development leader
- Tribal or government employee
- Teacher (requires additional coursework)
- Social worker
- Lawyer (with additional education)
Recent Employers
Graduates have gone on to work at employers such as:
- Federal government agencies
- Local tribal agencies
- Graduate school
- Boys and Girls Club
Internship Opportunities
We have provided the following internship opportunities:
- Local tribal agencies
- National Park Service
- American Indian education and cultural centers
- Boys and Girls Clubs
- Museums and archives
Clubs & Organizations
We offer the following extracurricular clubs to participate in:
- American Indian Student Association
- American Indian Science and Engineering Society
Suggested Certificates
Basic Oceti Sakowin Language Certificate (Undergraduate)
Lobbying and Government Advocacy Certificate (Undergraduate)
Public Service Certificate (Undergraduate)
Wizipan Leadership and Sustainability Certificate (Undergraduate)
Suggested Minors
Political Science Minor
English Minor
Museum Studies Minor
Legal Studies Minor
Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies Minor
Suggested Dual Majors
History (B.A./B.S.)
Political Science (B.A./B.S.)
Ecology and Environmental Science (B.S.) - Rangeland Ecology and Management Specialization
Leadership and Management of Nonprofit Organizations (B.S.)
Still Undecided?
If you are uncertain about your major and have questions about career planning, you are not alone. Choosing a major or career can be a very difficult decision. We're here to help.
You may also be interested in...
Basic Oceti Sakowin Language Certificate (Undergraduate)
History (B.A./B.S.)
Interdisciplinary Studies (B.A./B.S.)
Political Science (B.A./B.S.)
Leadership and Management of Nonprofit Organizations (B.S.)
Sociology (B.A./B.S.)
Communication Studies (B.A./B.S.)
Public Service Certificate (Undergraduate)
Lobbying and Government Advocacy Certificate (Undergraduate)
