American Indian Studies

Enduring Legacy. Ongoing Presence.

American Indian Studies at UWM centers the histories, cultures, and living realities of Native Nations across North America. Through your coursework, you’ll explore treaty rights, governance, literature, and contemporary issues while gaining a deeper understanding of the enduring impact Indigenous nations have on law, policy, and society.

Whether you pursue the major, minor, or take AIS courses to broaden your perspective, you’ll build the knowledge and cultural awareness needed to engage thoughtfully with Native communities — especially here in Wisconsin, home to 12 federally recognized tribal nations — and better understand the foundations of the land we live on today.