NAASSC compiled this list of undergraduate courses to help students find classes that might interest them throughout the year.
Information is subject to change without notice. Check Schedule Builder each quarter to get specific course descriptions, prerequisites, class schedule and course registration number (CRN).
Native American Studies
If you're interested in enhancing your knowledge of Native American culture and communities, please check out one of the Native American Studies (NAS) courses offered this year. Contact the Native American Studies department if you have any questions.
Fall Quarter 2024
- NAS 001: Introduction to Native American Studies
- NAS 005: Introduction to Native American Literature
- NAS 005A: Writer's Workshop
- NAS 109: Native American Language Spotlight
- NAS 115: Native Americans in the Contemporary World
- NAS 130A: Ethnohistorical Development
- NAS 200: Basic Concepts in Native American Studies
- NAS 233: Visual Sovereignty
Winter Quarter 2025
- NAS 001: Introduction to Native American Studies
- NAS 005: Introduction to Native American Literature
- NAS 005A: Writer's Workshop
- NAS 012: Native American/Indigenous Film
- NAS 107: Special Topics in Native American Languages
- NAS 165: Keepers of the Flame: Native American Cultural Burning in California
- NAS 212: Community Development for Sovereignty and Autonomy
- NAS 246: Native American Studies Research Methodologies
- NAS 254: Native American Literature
Spring Quarter 2025
- NAS 001: Introduction to Native American Studies
- NAS 005: Introduction to Native American Literature
- NAS 005A: Writer's Workshop
- NAS 010: Native American Experience
- NAS 034: Native American Art Studio
- NAS 119: Introduction to Federal Indian Law
- NAS 123: Native Foods and Farming of the Americas
- NAS 130C: Ethnohistorical Development
- NAS 208: Advanced Study of Native American Languages
- NAS 280: Ethnohistorical Theory and Method
University Honors Program
The courses below are additional NAS courses taught by faculty in the University Honors Program (UHP). For registration information contact the University Honors Program.
- NAS 034: Native American Art Studio - Spring Quarter 2025
NAASSC Leadership Courses
The Native American Academic Student Success Center (NAASSC) sponsors several leadership classes throughout the academic year. Email NAASSC for more information and registration details.
Fall
- First Year Aggie Connections (FYAC) - Native Americans Building Connections and Strengthening Community
The UC Davis FYAC program provides mentoring and support for freshmen and transfer students, including international students, in small communities formed around a common purpose, shared interest or theme. Students participating in FYAC receive assistance with transitioning to a large research university and acclimating to life at UC Davis, both academically and socially. Connection will work toward developing a “home away from home” where your values as a Native American are recognized, your student academic successes and accomplishments are celebrated and your contributions to your community are honored as you are
Winter/Spring
- NAS 098/198 - Native American Community Leadership
The Native American Leadership class provides mentorship and space to create dialogue on student development theory on Native American Leadership in a higher education setting.
