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INDG 301Critical Theories of Indigeneity in a Global Perspective

Units
0.50
Faculty
Arts
Subject
Indigenous Studies

When it runs

  1. F24
  2. W25
  3. S25
  4. F25
  5. W26
  6. S26
  7. F26
  8. W27
  9. S27

Ran in 2 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

This cross-cultural and interdisciplinary course critically examines the definitions of, and debates surrounding, indigeneity, drawing on both Indigenous and non-Indigenous theorists. The course covers a range of themes, from constitutions and peoplehood to epistemologies and ontologies, and draws on a variety of examples from around the globe.

Prerequisites

None listed.

Antirequisites

None listed.

Leads to

No course lists it as a requisite.

Reviewed on UW Flow

80% liked it13% easy63% useful

From 5 ratings and 2 comments on UW Flow. The most helpful comments, quoted as written, without names. Read them all on UW Flow.

  • This class was interesting and also introduced new concepts. I gained more knowledge about new perspectives, as well as Indigeneity in different parts of the world. However, I did find the content to be rather heavy. There were a lot of writing assignments you needed to complete, and we also had class discussions in every class. I had prof Dr.Serlis, she was very engaging with the material and made sure not to make class boring. Although, I do recommend taking this class with a lighter course load. Dr. Serlis is a tough marker, so ensure your work is above and beyond expectations.

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  • My experience in this course was bittersweet. It is very theory based, and very concept heavy. It is about colonialism and idigeneity, and was really different than any other INDG course I have taken. I did learn a lot, and gained some new perspectives. Be prepared to get low grades though. Dr. Serlis is the most intelligent woman I have ever met, and she will tell you how it is. Felt like I was writing an academic journal lol. She helped me improve my writing a lot, and she is such an engaging and humorous prof. I had a lot of fun in this course and actually enjoyed the 3 hour lectures, even though it will probably be my lowest uni grade. Worth it, but prepare yourself. I would take this…

    Mar 2025 · liked itOn UW FlowRemove this

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