Midwest Modern Language Association Journal, vol. 33, no. 1, Winter, 2000, pp. 1-19
Description
Examines popular American cultural knowledge and illustrates what some have chosen to ignore, through use of critical character analysis, magical realism, and humour in the novel.
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 24, no. 4, July/August 2000, pp. 17-22
Description
Presents refined data which provides clearer comparisons between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians showing that Indigenous peoples remain the least healthy Australian sub-population group.
William and Mary Quarterly, vol. 57, no. 4, 3rd series, October 2000, pp. 733-760
Description
Discussion of the determination of wealth and inequality based on cultural and material values; includes commentary on Creek and Muskogee land seized and sold by the United States.
Canadian Historical Review, vol. 81, no. 2, June 1, 2000, pp. 157-191
Description
Presents a new perspective on the trip of the Kwakwaka'akw from northern Vancouver Island to the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago where they performed and lived 'on display' in 1893.
Wicazo Sa Review, vol. 15, no. 1, Spring, 2000, pp. 71-89
Description
Discusses how and why museums have focused on Indigenous collections and displays which assign certain stereotypes and misrepresentations of Native American people.
Canadian Journal of Native Education, vol. 24, no. 2, 2000, pp. 144-157
Description
Study of female teachers in fly-in communities suggests more instruction in cross-cultural teaching would better prepare teachers for work in isolated locations.
Wicazo Sa Review, vol. 15, no. 2, Autumn, 2000, pp. 103-110
Description
Describes the inherent respect and esteem that Native American women have and why. Particular reference is given here to the matrilineal culture of the Navajo.
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 16, no. 3, Summer, 1992, pp. 309-335
Description
Author examines the narratives and discourses surrounding different Indigenous prophets and warriors; argues that the dichotomy between the secular and the sacred breaks down in consideration of Indigenous leaders.
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 24, no. 3, May/June 2000, pp. 15-17
Description
The conference, held in Sydney, Australia focused on the recently released Productivity Commission's Report into Gambling which reported that 82% of Australians gamble. 70% of the total gambled comes from just 10% of the gamblers.
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 16, no. 6, November/December 1992, pp. 12-13
Description
Looks at studies conducted in the Northern Territory, Katherine/Centre regions, Wilcannia, Western New South and patients attending the Adelaide Aboriginal Medical Service. Reports a high percentage of Aboriginal people smoke.
MELUS, vol. 25, no. 3-4, Fall-Winter, 2000, pp. 87-116
Description
Discusses the connection between oppressor and oppressed and suggests reading to understand both perspectives leads to evaluating one's own response and eithics.
Tonita Pena (Quah Ah), Pueblo Painter: Asserting Identity through Continuity and Change
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Marilee Jantzer-White
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 18, no. 3, Summer, 1994, pp. 369-382
Description
Examines social & political events and contexts and the media coverage that surrounded the work and career of painter Tonita Peña; considers the production and reception of their work and asks to what extent Peña’s work responded to their audience.