Special Topics in Global Health (390-0-24)

Topic

Native Nations, Healthcare Systems, and U.S. Polic

Instructors

Beatriz Oralia Reyes
1800 Sherman Suite 1200 #1-108

Meeting Info

University Hall 412: Wed 3:00PM - 5:50PM

Overview of class

In the territory currently called the United States of America, healthcare for Native populations is often experienced as a tension between settler colonial domination and activism among Native nations to uphold Indigenous sovereignty. This reading-intensive, discussion-based seminar will provide students with a complex and in-depth understanding of the historical and contemporary policies and systems created for, by, and in collaboration with Native nations. In order to understand the U.S. government's role and responsibility towards Native nations, we will delve into legal foundations of the trust responsibility and fiduciary obligation of the federal government as outlined in the U.S. Constitution and Supreme Court decisions. To understand how Native nations have worked within colonial settler systems to maintain or expand their sovereignty, students will examine notable federal and state policies that affect Native health, wellbeing, and (lack of) access to meaningful care.

Class Materials (Required)

All course materials will be accessible on Canvas.

Class Attributes

No Freshmen