Northern Arizona University

Accepting Learning Community applicants for the 2010-2011 Academic year

The World Indigenous Peoples LC is a residential, academic and student support services community designed to introduce first year students to the field of Applied Indigenous Studies and Native American Student Services. Open to students interested in learning more about indigenous peoples around the world and to develop knowledge and an understanding about the issues and challenges facing today and tomorrow's indigenous communities. Students also receive individualized support services for academic and personal guidance, financial aid/tribal aid guidance, career planning and exploration, and opportunities to get involved with events and activities that support their community connection. LC residents live together in Cowden Hall. 

Common Courses

Seats in certain high-demand classes will be reserved for World Indigenous Peoples LC residents.  Your advisor will help you enroll in these courses, which you will attend with other members of your LC. Visit Priority Enrollment to find out more about enrollment and advising. For fall ’09, seats will be reserved in:

AIS 101 - Introduction to Indigenous Studies
This course studies indigenous peoples historically and contemporaneously, using case studies drawn from diverse cultures. Students will also trace indigenous studies as a field, with methods and content distinct from the disciplines that contribute to it. 

AIS 202 - Roots of Federal American Indian Policy 
The course surveys basic concepts and ideologies surrounding modern U.S. Federal Indian policy emphasizing stereotypes, historical controversies, and cultural differences.

Activities & Events

Each year LC residents can take advantage of exciting and meaningful activities planned for them by their Community Mentor and hall staff. Possible events in the World Indigenous Peoples LC include:

Wilderness Welcome 

Students can get their first semester off to a good start by participation in a three day/two night camping excursion to the NAU Centennial Forest with students, staff, and faculty from the Native American Student Services Office. Explore the university's wilderness campus, visit the Grand Canyon, and learn about becoming a successful college student.  

 

Pathways to Success

Students will be able to enhance their college experience and make a smoother transition to campus by connecting to NAtive American Student Services (NASS) and to other Native American students. this half-day session provides critical skill-building activities and information that will benefit the new Native American freshmen and transfer student.

 

In Hall Lectures

Students can participate in lectures by faculty and Elders in the comfort of their residence hall pertaining to issues important to the LC. Discussions on current topics of interest will also be offered.   

 

NASS Scholars Program

Students will receive academic and financial aid guidance as well as connection to great campus resources for new freshmen and transfer students throughout the academic year.