Study of Societies in Transition Certificate
Program Overview
The Certificate in the Study of Societies in Transition focuses on the history, culture, and contemporary issues of Indigenous peoples in Canada. It explores the concepts of reciprocity, relationship, and reconciliation in the context of Indigenous-settler relations. The program consists of three core courses and nine elective credits, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of Indigenous perspectives and preparing them for careers in various fields.
Program Outline
Other: The Certificate in the Study of Societies in Transition: Reciprocity, Relationship, and Reconciliation Histories is a 15-credit program open to all enrolled students at Nipissing University. The program focuses on the history, culture, and contemporary issues of Indigenous peoples in Canada. It explores the concepts of reciprocity, relationship, and reconciliation in the context of Indigenous-settler relations. The program consists of three core courses and nine elective credits. The core courses are:
- HIST 1306 Animating the Land: Nbisiing Nishnaabeg Histories (or HIST 1306 Madjitang, in the Beginning)
- INDG 1006 Indigenous Philosophy - Inaadiziwin (or INDG 2906 Indigenous Philosophy - Bimaadsiwin)
- HIST 2447 Indigenous Treaties (or INDG 2907 Indigenous Philosophy - Bimaadsiwin) The elective courses can be chosen from a wide range of disciplines, including history, Indigenous studies, anthropology, English, gender studies, political science, and social work. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the history, culture, and contemporary issues of Indigenous peoples in Canada. It also prepares students for a variety of careers in fields such as education, social work, law, government, and business.