Course Description:

Through ethnography, story and artifact, this course explores the anthropology of Native Americans from prehistory to the present. Utilizing an anthropological and Native American Studies perspective, we examine sociocultural issues relevant to Native Americans such as economics, language, religion, identity, politics, and cultural change. Special attention will be given to the contributions of Native Americans to the field of anthropology and to the broader culture of the United States. Emphasis will also be placed on the impact of European colonialism and on contemporary issues such as discrimination, the struggle for sovereignty, and land rights. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU;UC.

Meets General Ed Areas:

Cal-GETC Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences, Cal-GETC Area 6: Ethnic Studies, CSU Area D: Social Sciences, CSU Area F: Ethnic Studies, IGETC Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences, IGETC Area 7: Ethnic Studies, VCCCD GE Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences, VCCCD GE Area 6: Ethnic Studies, VCCCD GE Area (Pre-Fall 25) B2: Social & Behavioral Sciences, VCCCD GE Area (Pre-Fall 25) F1: Ethnic/Gender Studies

Course Corequisites:

NONE

Field trips

may be required.

Section Information as of 29-JUN-2026 06:06:16 PM

• CRN: 30186
• Instructor: Melidonis, Arion
• Section Corequisites: NONE
•  Participates in Zero Textbook Cost Program
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• Delivery Mode: This is a fully online class without pre-scheduled meetings.
• Course Materials: Oxnard College Bookstore

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