Invisible Cultures
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Existence, like culture, is constructed from the experiences of the individual and is shaped by the physical, social, and political contexts of life as experienced by the group. This 5 page paper argues that Ralph Ellison in The Invisible Man, W. E. B. Du Bois in Spiritual Strivings, Leslie Marmon Silko in Ceremony and Amiri Baraka in Blues People each see the theme of invisibility from a cultural conflict based on subjugation, assimilation, appropriation, extermination and, or, dispossession. No additional sources are listed.
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Jean-Jacque Rousseau (1712-1778)
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(8 pp) Rousseau was a mental explorer - not a very happy one, but like all good philosophers he did take a stand at trying to figure why certain things were as they were. He still looked for truth and beauty, but never seemed to be able to see it in himself. Themes of freedom and citizenship are discussed in terms of Rouseau's Basic Political writings including The Discourses on the Sciences and the Arts, the Inequality of Man, as well as On the Social Contract.
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Joy Harjo/She Had Some Horses
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A 5 page essay that analyzes "She Had Some Horses," a poem by Native American poet Joy Harjo. The writer argues that Harjo uses imagery and symbolism to convey the frustration and violence that this "she" suffers, not only from society, but also from unnamed males who also suffer, and who look to her for a salvation that she cannot provide. No additional sources cited.
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Leonard Peltier
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A 4 page biography that looks at the life of Leonard Peltier, Native American activists who has been held unjustly imprisoned by the US justice system for over twenty-five years. The writer gives the details of his life and imprisonment, as well as this philanthropic work from within prison. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Louise Erdrich/Storytelling in Tracks
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A 5 page research paper and analysis of Louise Erdrich's novel Tracks. The writer discusses the role that Chippewa culture plays this novel and argues that it is the cultural "glue" that provides support for members of the tribe, both as individuals and as a group. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Mary Rowlandson and Anglo-Indian Conflict
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A 5 page paper that supports the belief that "Anglo-Indian conflict resulted from vast cultural differences separating Indian and Anglo societies." This notion is supported by Mary Rowlandson's "The Sovereignty and Goodness of God" and demonstrates the way in which religion played a role in the cultural differences that divided these societies. No additional sources cited.
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Medical Application of the Internet
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A 5 page contention that public health is both impacted and addressed by a number of technological advancements. Indeed, often the effectiveness of the health care industry hinges on its ability to accept and incorporate new technologies into its fabric. One of these advancements is the Internet. Emphasizes that the Internet is becoming a greater and greater presence in the issues of public health both as a vehicle for information and as a vehicle for accessing some of the most remote areas of the world in order to effect improved health care. Utilizes numerous examples of possible application of the Internet to the public health issues found on Native American Reservations and other remote locations. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Michael Mann's Movie Adaptation Of "The Last Of The Mohicans"
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5 pages in length. The 1992 movie version of James Fenimore Cooper's "The Last of the Mohicans" was directed by Michael Mann and starred Daniel Day-Lewis, Madeleine Stowe, Steven Waddington, Russell Means and Eric Schweig. As an epic about human conflict, the movie addresses all the necessary elements of social, political and spiritual concern required for such a production; however, the grandiose spectacle of Hollywood film making abilities cannot mask the stereotypical Native American imagery blatantly portrayed in this movie. No additional sources cited.
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Momaday and Alexie: Writers who connect
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(5 pp). N. Scott Momaday and Sherman Alexie are Native American writers who "connect" with those they love. For Momaday it is the love of land - that unique place where one is born, that is both defining and healing. For Alexie it is the love of self and others as they really are - that same intense love which can be viewed as anger, if one is not aware of the passion involved or the connection of the two. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Momaday: Spiritual Perspectives
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A 5 page paper which examines the position of Native American author Natachee Scott Momaday which argues that Native Americans have a special understanding of how things, material and living, have a deep connection and how non Natives can benefit from that knowledge. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAmomdy.rtf

Morbidity, Mortality, and Native Americans
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This 5 page report discusses modern Native Americans in the United States and the unique health concerns with which they must deal. Certain diseases and conditions are known to affect the Native American population with more frequency and/or severity than other populations, notably diabetes, heart disease, and alcoholism. It is important for Native Americans to be informed and educated on these issues so that they may better understand how these disease processes may alter or impact their lives. It is also important that policy makers and elected officials understand the unique concerns of the Native American populations of the U.S. and address those problems with adequate financial, material, and human resources. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Mortuary Practices of the Cherokee Indians
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A 7 page discussion of the manner in which mortuary practices of the Cherokee have changed over time. Compares and contrasts post-contact practices with those that existed prior to contact with European cultures, noting grave good associations, burial types, and gender differences. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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