Osage Gender: Continuity, Change and Colonialzation, 1720s-1870s
Theses
Author/Creator
Tai S. Edwards
Description
History Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Kansas, 2010.
Our Generation
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
Sinem Saban
Damien Curtis
Description
Award-winning documentary about Aboriginal rights and the response to the Australian Federal Government's Northern Territory Intervention which exerts compulsory control over 73 communities.
Duration: 1:13:42.
Accompanied by Study Guide
Out of Place: Case Studies of Native American Interpretive Projects and Processes
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Dinah Zieger
Description
Looks at the New Interpretations Project involving Native artists who used their traditional perspectives in the creation of works about the Grand Canyon.
Parish Fetes Nunavut Territory
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Art Babych
Anglican Journal, vol. 125, no. 4, March 1999, p. n/a
Description
Celebration of Qaggiqan an Inuit festival and the new territory Nunavut at Christ Church Cathedral in Ottawa.
Patrick's Story
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
Doug Cuthand
Patrick Bird
Description
Documentary explores a young man's journey to turn his life around after attempting suicide.
Duration: 24.06.
Perception and Procedure: The Power of Ritual in Lame Deer Seeker of Visions
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Paola Carini
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 23, no. 1, 1999, pp. 87-94
Description
Examines the 1972 publication by John (Fire) Lame Deer and Richard Erdoes on Lakota worldviews and why the book is on the periphery of scholarly discussion and marginalized.
The Performance of Body, Space, and Place: Creating Indigenous Performance
Alternate Title
Healing Collective Trauma: Using Sociodrama and Drama Therapy
E-Books » Chapters
Author/Creator
Thomas Riccio
Description
Discusses strategies and exercises used to promote individual and community healing.
Chapter seven from Healing Collective Trauma: Using Sociodrama and Drama Therapy edited by Eva Leveton.
Pihewisimowin (The Prairie Chicken Dance Ceremony)
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Pat Deiter
Saskatchewan Indian, vol. 29, no. 2, Powwow Issue, 1999, p. 14
Description
Describes this very old dance.
Pipeline Dreams: People, Environment, and the Arctic Energy Frontier
Alternate Title
IWGIA Document ; 126
E-Books
Author/Creator
Mark Nuttall
Pivotal Protocols: The Spirit Dimension in Indigenous and Western Psychologies
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Suzan McVicker
Communique, Special Section: Indigenous Peoples: Promoting Psychological Healing and Well-Being, August 2010, pp. xxxv-xl
Description
Looks at the overlapping relationship between humans and forces in the spirit world.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll to page xxxv.
The Plains Indian Clowns, Their Contraries and Related Phenomena
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
John Plant
Description
Looks at historical information on ceremonial clowns, individual contraries, Reverse Reaction Warriors and the Ceremonial Fool of the Mandan.
Planning a Good Celebration
Articles » General
Author/Creator
D. Tootoosis
Saskatchewan Indian, vol. 29, no. 2, Powwow Issue, 1999, pp. 23-24
Description
Outlines the committee work needed to stage a good powwow.
The Potlatch Papers: A Colonial Case History / Hamatsa: The Enigma of Cannibalism on the Pacific Northwest Coast
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Margery Fee
BC Studies, no. 123, Treaty 8, Autumn, 1999, pp. 87-91
Description
Book review of:
The Potlatch Papers by Christopher Bracken.
Hamatsa by Jim Dowell.
To access this review, scroll to page 87.
Preserving Tradition and Understanding the Past: Papers From the Conference on Iroquois Research, 2001-2005
Alternate Title
New York State Museum Record
E-Books
Author/Creator
Christine Sternberg Patrick
Barbara Graymont
Christina B. Rieth
Elizabeth Horton
Anthony Wonderley ... [et al.]
Raven Imagery in Northwest Coast Indian Art
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Jessica Finch
Description
Discusses the importance of the Raven image in art to Native American Indian cultural groups of the Northwest Coast.
Reflections on C.G. Jung and the Sioux Traditions
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Thomas J. Hoffman
Indigenous Policy Journal, vol. 21, no. 2, Proceedings of the 2010 Western Social Science Association American Indian Studies Section, Summer, 2010, pp. 1-5
Description
Manuscript review of: C.G. Jung and the Sioux Traditions by Vine Deloria.
Regional Practitioners Colloquium
Alternate Title
Indigenous Architecture Lecture Series
Media » Film and Video
Description
Presentations and roundtable discussion by several different professionals including architects and interior designers; Beverly J. Diddy, Paul Fragua, Tamara Gay, Michelle Pfeiffer.
Duration: 58:26.
Repatriation, Digital Technology, and Culture in a Northern Athapaskan Community
Theses
Author/Creator
Kate Hennessy
Description
Anthropology Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of British Columbia, 2010
[Residential Schools Effects: How Are These Affecting Current Elders' Spiritual Leadership]
Theses
Author/Creator
Juan Jimenez
Description
[Conflict Analysis and Management Thesis (M.A.)--Royal Roads University, 2010].
Resource Database
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
Community Based Aboriginal Curriculum Initiatives
Description
Lists over 2300 resources covering a broad spectrum subject areas. Can be sorted by title or author.
Resources for Métis Researchers
E-Books
Author/Creator
Lawrence J. Barkwell
Leah Dorion
Darren R. Préfontaine
Respecting Traditional Healing: A Journey of Understanding Where Spirituality and Cultural Competence Intersect
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Patricia Isaac
Communique, Special Section: Indigenous Peoples: Promoting Psychological Healing and Well-Being, August 2010, pp. xlvi-xlvii
Description
Looks at the knowledge gained by a school psychologist during her employment with the Navajo.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll to page xlvi.
Restorative Justice Circles as a Method For Addressing the Impacts of Crime on Victims, Communities, and Offenders
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Ingrid Diane Johnson
Description
Recounts history of restorative justice, who uses them and how successful they are.
Honors Captstone Research Project--[University of Alaska, Fairbanks], 2010.
The Return of Blackfoot Sacred Material by Museums of Southern Alberta
Theses
Author/Creator
Seema Bharadia
Description
Anthropology Thesis (M.A.)--University of Calgary, 1999.
Reviews
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Susan Bernardin
Lisa Bernhagan
David Brande
Margaret Dwyer
Linda Lizut Helstern
Tracey Lindberg
Tiffany Midge
Catherine Rainwater
Kimberly Musia Roppolo
Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 11, no. 4, Series 2; [Special Issue on] Linda Hogan, Winter, 1999, pp. 63-91
Description
Book reviews of:
Boarding School Seasons: American Indian Families, 1900-1940 by Brenda J. Child.
Visit Teepee Town edited by Diane Glancy and Mark Nowak.
Dark River by Louis Owens.
Family Matters, Tribal Affairs by Carter Revard.
Some Things Are Not Forgotten: A Pawnee Family Remembers by Martha Royce Blaine.
Indian Cartography by Deborah A.
Revival and Community: The History and Practices of a Native American Flute Circle
Theses
Author/Creator
Mary Jane Jones
Description
Art Thesis (M.A.)--Kent State University, 2010.
Rim First People: Participatory Design
Alternate Title
Indigenous Architecture Lecture Series
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
Michael Fredericks
Description
Michael Fredericks discusses her company's philosophy and first project using a participate design concept at the Alaska Native Science and Engineering Facility at the University of Alaska Anchorage.
Duration: 47:37.
The Rise and Development of Female Catholic Education in the Nineteenth-Century Red River Region: The Case of Catherine Mulaire
Theses
Author/Creator
Diane Michelle Boyd
Description
History Thesis (M.A.)--University of Manitoba, 1999.
The Role of the Elder within a Mainstream Addiction and Mental Health Hospital: Developing an Integrated Paradigm
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Peter Menzies
Ana Bodnar
Vern Harper
Native Social Work Journal, vol. 7, Promising Practices in Mental Health: Emerging Paradigms for Aboriginal Social Work Practices, November 2010, pp. 87-107
Description
Discusses the role of an Elder in counseling sessions with Aboriginal clinicians trained in Western healing intervention, providing insight into their problems both from an Aboriginal perspective as well as from a western clinical perspective.
Rooted in the Spirit
Theses
Author/Creator
Lana Dale Tiller
Description
Education Thesis (M.Ed.)--York University, 1999.
Researches cultural patterns used in First Nations research; i.e., organizing patterns and principles emanating from worldviews.
Round Up
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
Narcisse Blood
Description
Traces Pete Standing Alone's last round up of his horses and how his life has changed in the last twenty years. Accompanying material: An Integrated Educator's Guide.
Duration:18:02.
Securing Northern Futures: Developing Research Partnerships
Alternate Title
Occasional Publication Series (Canadian Circumpolar Institute) ; no. 45
E-Books
Author/Creator
S.Y. (Joe) Ahmad
Jaida Edwards
Alexandra Thomson
Fikret Berkes
Helen Fast ... [et al.]
Seeking Mino-pimatasiwin (the Good Life): An Aboriginal Approach to Social Work Practice
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Michael Anthony Hart
Native Social Work Journal, vol. 2, no. 1, Incorporating Traditional Values in Social Work, April 1999, pp. 91-112
Description
Discusses the need for a greater understanding and respect of Aboriginal practices that can inform, enrich, and enhance social work practice with concepts including wholeness, balance, relationships, harmony, growth and healing.
Self-Reported Smoking Behavior and Attitudes in Aboriginal Treatment Centers Across Canada
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Heather Coleman
Deanna Greyeyes
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 23, no. 1, 1999, pp. 95-110
Description
In a study focusing on use of tobacco and other substances by users in 15 centers; researchers found many participants were unaware of cultural aspects of tobacco.
Sharing Aboriginal Stories: Dreamcatcher
Alternate Title
Circles of Intelligent Knowledge Program
sihcikêwin acoskîyonis-powamin kahtinikan
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Chelsey Caisse
Description
Very short pamphlet, written by a student, meant for use in the classroom as a tool to improve literacy. Text in English and Cree.
Sharing Aboriginal Stories: Eagle Feathers
Alternate Title
Circles of Intelligent Knowledge Program
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Roger Gardypie
Description
Very short pamphlet, written by a student, meant for use in the classroom as a tool to improve literacy. Text in English and Cree
Sharing Aboriginal Stories: Learning about the Sundance
Alternate Title
Circles of Intelligent Knowledge Program
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Kimberly Loftus
Description
Very short pamphlet, written by a student; meant for use in the classroom as a tool to improve literacy. Text in English and Cree.
Sharing the Seven Sacred Teachings through Puppetry
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Rebecca Penner
Description
Designed to increase students' knowledge of the teachings and by creating puppets, writing scripts, and performing plays teach younger students about them.
Shaunee Casavant - Backstory: Nuuchaanulth Ceremonial Curtains and the Work of Ki-Ke-In
Alternate Title
Global Encounters Initiative, University of British Columbia
Itineraries of Exchange: Cultural Contact in a Global Frame March 4-6, 2010 University of British Columbia, Vancouver
Media » Film and Video
Description
Chief Councilor of the Hupacasath Nation shares her story, place of being and knowledge about ceremonies, designs on Ceremonial Curtains and her own Ceremonial Curtain.
Duration: 1:03:13.
Short Film Study 110: Journey of the Healer
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
NWT Literacy Council
Description
Teacher's guide to accompany the short film dealing with traditional healing and spirituality. The film is written, produced and based on a comic book by Steven Keewatin Sanderson. Includes comprehension questions, writing activities, and research activities.
Short Film Study: 120-130: Journey of the Healer
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
NWT Literacy Council
Description
Teacher's guide to accompany the short film dealing with traditional healing and spirituality. The film is written, produced and based on a comic book by Steven Keewatin Sanderson. Includes comprehension questions, writing activities, and research activities.
Sky City Cultural Center and Haaku Museum: A Community-Based Project
Alternate Title
Indigenous Architecture Lecture Series
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
Barbara Felix
Brian Vallo
Description
Brian Vallo, looks at the history of the Acoma Pueblo and the Tourist Center. Barbara Felix discusses the design proposal and the Tourist Center's redevelopment.
Duration: 56:11.
Social Determinants of Educational Outcomes in Indigenous Learners
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Michael J. Chandler
Education Canada, vol. 50, no. 2, Spring, 2010, pp. 46-50
Description
Over view on the link between ethnic identification and cultural continuity on the educational success of youth.
Spirit Doctors
Alternate Title
Docs for Schools
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Suzanne Methot
Description
Teacher's resource for documentary written and directed by Marie Burke about Mary and Ed Louie, two Sqilxw (Okanagan) traditional healers.
The Spirit Messenger and the Traditional Exemplar: Two Figures of the Elder Among Plains Cree Communities
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Andrew R. Hatala
Michel Desjardins
The Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 30, no. 1, 2010, pp. 49-81
Description
Interviews conducted on four Aboriginal elders living in Saskatchewan reveal two categories of Cree elders.
State of the World's Minorities and Indigenous Peoples 2010: Events of 2009: Focus [on] Religious Minorities
E-Books
Author/Creator
Preti Taneja
Nazila Ghanea
James A. Goldston
Mumtaz Lalani
Susan Hayward ... [et al.]
Striving to Remain a Native American in America: Resistance to Past and Present Injustices (Letter to My Son on the Day of His Second Piercing)
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Rockey Robbins
Social Action, vol. 2, no. 2, Fall, 2010, pp. 17-28
Description
A father's reflections about real day-to-day cultural struggles.
Student Activities: Choosing Life: Bobby's Story
Alternate Title
Ningwakwe's Healthy Life Series
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Christopher McGruer
Description
Activities designed for use with the novel Choosing Life: Bobby's Story by Gilles Pinette. The target audience is young adults.
A Study of Shared Governance: Northwest Indian College Bellingham, WA
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Karen Gayton Comeau
Description
Study looks at collaborations and discrepancies between faculty, administration and the Board of Trustee at the College located on the Lummi Nation.