Indigenous Literatures & Cultures
Indigenous Studies · 3 hrs Lecture
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Description
This course examines the Indigenous literatures and cultures of North America. Students study early forms of Indigenous expression as well as writings produced after the Indigenous "renaissance" of the late 1960s. Focusing on works by established and emerging writers, the course emphasizes Indigenous values, knowledges, and theories while paying attention to the key concepts, critical debates and recent directions in the field of Indigenous literary studies today. Each version of the course may have a different emphasis. Students should consult the English Department website for a detailed course description any given year.
Requisite courses
6 credit hours of First-year English, including ENGL-1001(6) or ENGL-1000(3) [prerequisite(s)].
Restrictions
Students may not hold credit for this course and ENGL-3717.
Cross-listed
From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.