Associate of Arts
The Associate of Arts (A.A.) Degree option has been designed to be a transfer plan of study to four year MUS (Montana University System) institutions offering a Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA). In addition to the completion of general education requirements this plan of study offers students the opportunity to complete 100 and 200 level work leading to acceptance to upper division Native American Studies courses in the MUS system and completion of a BA.
General Education requirements 40-42 credits.
| Categories | Courses | Cr. |
|---|---|---|
| Communication Arts | College Writing I | 3 |
| College Writing II | 3 | |
| Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 | |
| Quantitative Reasoning | ||
| Science: Physical & Biological (One lab science required) | ||
| Social Science/Human Behavior | 3 | |
| Diversity | 3 | |
| Humanities and the Arts | 3 | |
| 3 | ||
| Cheyenne Studies | Cheyenne Language I | 4 |
| 3 | ||
| Computer Applications | 3 |
| Program of Study | Cr. | |
|---|---|---|
| NS 150 | Introduction to Native American Studies | 3 |
| NS 151 | Tribal Governments | 3 |
| NS 155 | Social Issues of the Native American | 3 |
| NS 160 | Introduction to Native American Art | 3 |
| NS 251 | Law and the American Indian | 3 |
| NS 252 | Introduction to Native American Literature | 3 |
| Electives | 3 | |
| Total Program Credits | 62-64 | |
Program Learning Outcomes
- Students will display the ability to communicate accurately both in written and oral presentations.
- Students will demonstrate the necessary critical thinking and academic skills required for successful completion of a BA in Native American Studies.
- Students will exhibit the ability to analyze and draw conclusions using primary and secondary sources.