Native American Studies Program

Academic Program

Our academic offerings will push your boundaries and engage your desire to learn through all types of experiences. READ MORE

Student Resources and Involvement

Don't limit your interest in Native American studies to the classroom. See what else Colgate has to offer. READ MORE

Native American Studies Faculty

Compelling instruction and field-leading research. Meet our Native American studies faculty.

Activist Dennis Banks

Dennis Banks, a co-founder the American Indian Movement (AIM), gave a talk on campus titled "State of Affairs of Indian Country."

Our topical major in Native American studies offers you the opportunity to undertake a comparative and historical study of the pre-Columbian, colonial, and contemporary cultures of North and Latin America.

About Native American Studies

We offer you the opportunity to pursue either a major or a minor in Native American studies.

We draw on courses from a wide range of disciplines to cover the full range of subjects relevant to a complete study of Native American issues, including art, archaeology, culture, geography, Native American history, literature, religion, and the history of Euro-American contact with native populations in the New World.

A background in Native American studies will provide you with an excellent knowledge and skills foundation to pursue professional work after graduating, or to continue studying inter-American relations, Latin American studies, anthropology, archaeology, history, government services, art history, museum studies, religion, and more.

Department Contacts

Chair: Chris Vecsey
Administrative Assistant: Aaron Solle
Office: Alumni Hall
Phone: 315-228-7806

Success after Colgate

Colgate alumni who majored in the Native American studies are pursuing careers in a variety of fields. Check out just a few of the possibilities out there for our majors. READ MORE

Also, hear what alumni say about their experiences in the Native American Studies Program.