IDS205

This service-learning course introduces students to the history of and contemporary challenges in Native education in what is now the United States. Students serve as tutors and mentors at Chemawa Indian School, learn from and with Chemawa students, and are mentored by Native educators. Tutoring covers academic subjects such as reading, math, science, and social studies. Mentoring can include hosting Chemawa students on the Willamette campus for academic and social events. Our weekly class sessions, in general, will have two components. We will allow time for (1) checking in and debriefing and (2) addressing substantive topics dealing with contemporary Native education and lived experiences in what is now the United States. Students will need to apply for the program and pass a federal background check upon enrollment to the course.

All Years

Fall and Spring