MA in Native American Studies - Studies in Performance and Practice in Davis United States | University of California Davis

The Graduate Group in Native American Studies takes an interdisciplinary, hemispheric perspective, examining the growing diaspora of Indigenous communities across the Americas while centering Indigenous knowledge systems. The program explores diverse subjects including history, spirituality, governance, social structures, linguistics, and Indigenous-led community development focused on sovereignty, decolonization, and self-governance. Both master's and doctoral candidates gain teaching experience through assistantships and instructor roles.

The Designated Emphasis in Performance and Practice Studies offers a framework for analyzing communication practices across various domains - from theatrical arts and cinema to athletics, spiritual traditions, and daily interactions. This inherently cross-disciplinary program fosters collaboration while engaging with evolving digital communication platforms. It equips students with critical methodologies bridging theoretical frameworks and practical applications.