Dakota Language Certificate
The certificate in Dakota Language provides core courses that introduce students to Dakota Language. The student will have completed an intensive study of the Dakota language and become fluent speakers.
Tradition
Culture
Values
Community
| Course # | Course Name | Offered |
Credits
|
|---|---|---|---|
| DS 110 | Dakota Culture and History | FA,SP,SU | 3 |
| DS 122 | Introduction to Sprit Lake Culture, History & Constitution | FA | 3 |
| DSL 250 | Dakota Language I | FA,SP,SU | 3 |
| DSL 251 | Dakota Language II | FA,SP,SU |
3
|
| DSL 252 | Dakota Language III | FA,SP,SU |
3
|
| DSL 253 | Dakota Language IV | FA,SP,SU |
3
|
Certificate Total Credits…..18
Updated 10/02/24
• Students will demonstrate proficiency of Indigenous cultures.
• Students will demonstrate competency in speaking Dakota Language.
• Students will utilize various technology platforms to demonstrate proficiency of Indigenous people.
• Students will gain knowledge of their traditional placements within Indigenous nations.
The average salary for a language major in the US is $56,000. The average salary for a cultural studies major in the US is $53,000. The benefits of understanding your heritage, priceless.
The Indigenous Studies faculty are professionals who have been employed in the private and public sectors of tribal government and education. They continue to participate in professional development and scholarly activity to enhance their knowledge and to serve as role models for lifelong learning of the Dakota culture.
