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Professionals of Color Lecture Series Presents: Dr. Anton Treuer

Dr. Anton Treuer

Date and Time

Wednesday, November 5, 2014 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Description

Dr. Anton Treuer Presents "Everything You Wanted to Know About Indians But Were Afraid to Ask"

LIB 100 & 201 APPROVED!

Anton Treuer is the executive director of the American Indian Resource Center at Bemidji State University and author of 13 books. He earned a bachelor's degree from Princeton University and a master's degree and doctorate from the University of Minnesota. He is editor of the Oshkaabewis Native Journal, the only academic journal of the Ojibwe language. Treuer has served on many organizational boards and has received numerous awards and fellowships.

His published works include "Everything You Wanted to Know About Indians But Were Afraid to Ask," "The Assassination of Hole in the Day," and "Atlas of Indian Nations." 

During his presentation, Dr. Treuer will share his personal and professional journey and lessons learned along the way.  

Connection to the Classroom
Learning Outcomes

Knowledge of Human Cultures and the Physical and Natural World: (LIB100)
1.  Upon completion of this program, attendees will be able to discuss how Native Americans are connected to the environment through their history and spirituality.

Awareness and Knowledge of Communities and Identities Different from One’s Own: (LIB 201)
2. Upon completion of this program, attendees will have gained awareness of Native American culture, spirituality, ritual and tradition.

Knowledge and Examination of Structures and Systems that Impact Diverse Populations: (LIB 201)
3. Upon completion of this program, attendees will be able to analyze the history and treatment of Native American communities and how it impacts Native families of today.  

Information

For more information, please visit: /cms4/asset/830A864B-9D4E-3112-3C050F50A3E1B13D/pocls_f14_treuer.pdf

Contact

Kristie Scanlon
Assistant Director
Multicultural Affairs
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (616) 331-2177

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