First Nations and Indigenous Studies
Vertical Files
- Subject HeadingsThe majority of our vertical files are organized according to our classification system and are catalogued. Some of the vertical files are organized alphabetically by subject. The following Word document can help you locate these items.
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Getting Started
First Nations and Indigenous Studies is an interdisciplinary field grounded in the languages, histories, geographies, and contemporary experiences of Indigenous peoples. It may (or may not) intersect with critical approaches, such as decolonization and colonial studies. In her article "Who Stole Native American Studies?" (1997), Elizabeth Cook-Lynn suggests it centers on the two concepts of "Indigenousness (culture, place, and philosophy) and sovereignty (history and law)".
Featured Resources
- Indigenous Foundations (UBC)This online resource offers an introduction to the histories, politics, and cultures of the Indigenous peoples of Canada.
- So you want to write about American Indians? A guide for writers, students, and scholars [e-book]By Devon Abbott Mihesuah (2005).
Related Guides
- Indigenous Studies (Kwantlen Polytechnic University)Within this Indigenous Studies guide, Rachel Chong at Kwantlen Polytechnic University has created a series of Indigenous information Literacy videos on a variety of Indigenous topics that UBC researchers and students may find useful. For example, see the "Source Evaluation" video for tips on critically evaluating Indigenous information sources.