NAIS 2100 Nation Building Leadership & Gvrnc
This course examines leadership and governance issues Indigenous nations face in the 21st century including political sovereignty, traditional governance, constitutional reform, treaty rights, economics, health and social welfare, education, cultural adaptation, and intergovernmental relations. Case studies and simulations derived from field research and experience are utilized to demonstrate multiple forms of successful tribal governments. (3 lect.)
Major Topics
- Nation Building
- Culture
- Government Reform
- Strategic Planning
- Government to Government relationship
- Traditional governance to meet contemporary issues
- Health, education, and social well-being
Outcomes
In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:
1. Describe and differentiate the status and role of various Native Nations.
2. Critically evaluate tribal sovereignty and sustainability.
3. Review and compare traditional resource management.
4. Differentiate the standard and nation building approach of tribal governance and leadership.
5. Identify culturally matched tools for leadership and governance.
6. Examine healthy Indigenous nations.
7. Critically analyze traditional and western education in the context of rebuilding tribal well-being.