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Department of American Indian Studies

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Through the exploration of indigenous narratives, heritage, and history, we strive to restore and promote the importance of American Indians in everyday life.

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UMN Liberal Arts Engagement Hub Residencies for 2023-24 Announced

The fifth year of residencies have been selected for The Liberal Arts Engagement Hub, part of the University of Minnesota College of Liberal Arts.

Joleece T. Pecore awarded Udall Scholarship

Joleece Pecore, a junior double majoring in American Indian studies and art has been awarded the 2023 Udall scholarship -- an elite, nationally competitive award for students…

Statement of the Department of American Indian Studies on the TRUTH Report and Demands

The Department of American Indian Studies fully endorses the TRUTH Report and calls upon the University community and the public to join us in demanding that the Board of…