Overview
Explore the intersection of Western scientific knowledge and Indigenous ancestral wisdom in understanding living landscapes through this 58-minute webinar. Discover how faculty at Arizona State University and Northwest Indian College combine geoscience with place-based literature and traditional stories to support ecological research. Delve into literary narratives, ancestral knowledge, and comparative literature approaches that honor and elevate our understanding of the environment. Learn about institutional support for these interdisciplinary efforts and gain insights on how to begin incorporating these perspectives into your own work or studies.
Syllabus
Introduction
Housekeeping
Introductions
Understanding Living Landscapes
Understanding Place
Literary Narratives
Course Overview
Laura Tohi
Ed Abby
Leslie Marmon Silco
Ana Castillo
Our living ancestral knowledge
Nmikun literature
Ant and Yellowjacket
The Grand Ronde
Beavers and Fire
Sharing Stories
Institutional Support
Comparative Literature
Learn from the Landscape
Where to Start
Taught by
AGU