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Applied Indigenous Studies
Description: This course will explore the Diné (Navajo) of philosophy of life focusing primarily on Diné worldview. The cultural/philosophical approach used in this course will emphasize the Diné worldview, principles, values, language, and traditions. This course will seek Diné interconnection, synthetics, giving, harmony, balance, and personalizing perspectives. This course will engage students in discovery of Diné history, philosophy, life-ways, language, traditions, and healing practices. This course will also examine and discuss the Diné philosophical thought regarding metaphysics, epistemology, aesthetics, law, ethics, and traditional social structure. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Spring 2025
Applied Indigenous Studies
Term : Summer 2023
Catalog Year : 2022-2023
AIS 280 - Dine (Navajo) Philosophy Of Life
Description: This course will explore the Diné (Navajo) of philosophy of life focusing primarily on Diné worldview. The cultural/philosophical approach used in this course will emphasize the Diné worldview, principles, values, language, and traditions. This course will seek Diné interconnection, synthetics, giving, harmony, balance, and personalizing perspectives. This course will engage students in discovery of Diné history, philosophy, life-ways, language, traditions, and healing practices. This course will also examine and discuss the Diné philosophical thought regarding metaphysics, epistemology, aesthetics, law, ethics, and traditional social structure. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Spring 2025