American Indian Education
Professional Development Certificate Program

American Indian Education Certificate: 15 units total: AIE 330 – History of Indian Education AIE 335 – Social & Cultural Considerations in American Indian Education AIE 430 – Proposal & Grantwriting and AIE 340 – Educational Experiences - OR - AIE 345 – American Indians in Higher Education and AIE 435 – Counseling Issues - OR - NAS 320 – Native American Psychology Tribal Management* Certificate Recommended sequence, 18 units total: AIE 380/580 – History and Culture of the Hoopa Valley Tribe AIE 380/580 – Legal-Political Environment of Tribes AIE 430 – Proposal and Grant Writing AIE 380/580 – Financial Management for Tribes AIE 380/580 – Human Resource Development for Tribes AIE 380/580 – Management Decision-Making and Leaderhip for Tribes * The six-course, 18-unit Tribal Management Certificate Program is being developed through a partnership between the HSU American Indian Education Program and the Hoopa Valley Tribe Career and Technical Education Program (with grant support from the U.S. Department of Education). During the four-year pilot program, 20 of 30 seats in each course section are reserved for Tribal employees, with preference given to those who intend to complete all courses required for the Certificate. If you are a Tribal employee, contact the Hoopa Career and Technical Education Program at (530) 625-4821 to register as a prepaid participant on a first-come/first-served basis. The remaining seats are available to other campus- and community-based participants through the HSU Open University program. Active HSU students may register online through HSU Student Center; non-student community members may register through the HSU Office of Extended Education. The remaining seats are available to other campus- and community-based participants through the HSU Open University program. Active HSU students may register through HSU’s WebReg; non-student community members may register through the HSU Office of Extended Education. Courses that do not meet minimum enrollment levels may be cancelled. For online course information, see Distance Learning.

Course Descriptions

AIE 330:
History of Indian Education 3 units

This course provides an historical overview of American Indian education from first European contact to contemporary times. It examines how current Indian education issues are tied to historical circumstances and federal policies developed during the colonization of “America.” It includes the unique federal responsibilities and obligations assumed by today’s public schools, both on and off reservations, and within tribal, federal (BIA), and state school systems.

date .......... TBA
fee .......... $TBA
place .......... TBA
instr .......... Suzanne Burcell
course .......... AIE 330, 3 units

 

AIE 335:
Social & Cultural Considerations in
American Indian Education 3 units

This course surveys and evaluates the educational experiences of American Indians, including their educational relationship with the federal government, and the social and cultural factors that historically have affected their schooling. It compares the learning processes of Indian children to those of the general U.S. population. It focuses on Indian cultures, including the influences of both traditional and contemporary cultures and spirituality on the education of Indian peoples, the relationship of the individual to the group, and concepts of education as they relate to Indian students.

date .......... TBA
time .......... TBA
fee .......... $TBA
place .......... TBA
instr .......... Suzanne Burcell
course .......... AIE 335, 3 units

 

AIE 340:
Educational Experiences 3 units

This course provides an in-depth study and analysis of the educational experiences of American Indian peoples, focusing on contemporary educational issues and problems. It examines the impacts of cultural orientation, stereotype, bias, and other issues on the educational attainment of Indian students, and evaluates the effectiveness of various educational experiences and programs in meeting the needs of American Indians. Students will explore and critique a variety of successful instructional practices and programs recently developed to address the needs of American Indian students.

date.......... TBA
time.......... TBA
fee.......... $TBA
place.......... TBA
instr.......... TBA
course.......... AIE 340, 3 units

AIE 345:
American Indians in Higher Education

A comprehensive history of American Indian higher education, reviewed chronologically in three major eras: the colonial period (featuring mission-operated colleges), the federal period (highlighting early private and tribal colleges), and the self-determination period (focusing on tribally controlled colleges). The history will be tied to the contemporary social and political status of American Indians to provide context for understanding American Indian responses to educational opportunities offered by public, private, and tribal colleges in the U.S. Examine current literature on student-centered factors that influence the academic persistence of American Indians in higher education as well as campus-centered factors.

date.......... TBA
time.......... TBA
fee.......... $TBA
place.......... Online course
instr.......... Suzanne Burcell
course.......... AIE 345, 3 units

 

AIE 380/580:
History & Culture of the Hoopa Valley Tribe

An historical overview of the history and culture of Hupa Indians focusing on the historical development of California from the Spanish era through the invasion of Anglo Americans in the late 1800s. Students will develop an understanding of how unique the Hupas were in their ability to adapt within an environment of American hostility, developing a strong tribal nation without sacrificing their traditional cultural beliefs. This is the introductory/foundation course in a new six-course, 18-unit Tribal Management Certificate now under development as a pilot project in partnership with the Hoopa Valley Tribe.

date ..... TBA
fee ..... $TBA
place ..... Online course
instr ..... TBA
course ..... AIE 380 or 580, 3 units

 

AIE 380/580:
Legal-Political Environment of Tribes

This course is designed to provide a framework for students to understand and analyze the complex legal-political environment in which contemporary tribes must function.

Consideration will be given to: Tribes as autonomous peoples existing prior to European contact with the Americas; legal and political structural issues; basic principles of Federal Indian Law that provide the legal framework for what we know as tribal sovereignty today, including jurisdiction and the roles and responsibilities of contemporary Indian tribes; the political and social structural development that is occurring in Indian Country; and examination of select issues.

In the course of 15 weeks, the class will explore the development of what have become contemporary Indian tribes during the pre-contact, colonial, treaty, reservation, and contemporary periods.

We will examine significant laws, such as the Dawes Act, the Indian Reorganization Act and the Self-Determination Act, analyzing their influences and impacts on Indian tribes today.

We will also explore how tribes are building their systems of government and meeting contemporary challenges.

Students will engage in a variety of technology-mediated activities that will acquaint them with the wealth of resources available online. This will provide students with increased opportunity to apply the principles we learn in lecture, and be better equipped to work in tribal settings.

date ..... TBA Fall 2011

time ..... TBA

fee ..... $TBA

place ..... TBA

instr ..... Mary Risling

course ..... AIE 380/580, 3 units

 

AIE 380/580:
Financial Management for Tribes

Discuss the critical aspects of tribal management regarding financial decisions and their impact on the delivery of goods and services to tribal members. The course will require interactive review, discussions and analysis of tribal financial activities and processes as well as an introduction to the federal rules and regulations that govern the use of federal funds. Key concepts that will be addressed during the course include the following areas:

• The potential impact of morals, standards and ethics on financial decisions.
• The fiduciary responsibilities of tribal council members and key management staff.
• Policies and Procedures that affect financial management (Budget Ordinance, Procurement Policies, etc)
• Expenditure of tribal and federal funds. Allowable costs and the OMB Circulars that regulate the use of federal funds. Documentation requirements for expenditures of funds
• Direct and indirect costs, allocation of costs and Indirect cost proposals
• Governmental accounting and the concept of funds.
• Grant management from a financial perspective and reporting requirements
• Accounting department structure and processes
• Risk management
• Tribal financial statements. The annual report and management discussion and analysis
• The audit process. Auditor and tribal responsibilities
• Audit findings, questioned costs and corrective action plans
• Financing and leverage of funds
• Investment of tribal and federal funds

date.......... TBA
time.......... TBA
fee.......... $TBA
place.......... TBA
instr.......... TBA
course.......... AIE 380/580, 3 units

 

AIE 380/580:
Human Resources & Orginazational Development for Tribes

This course will provide an overview of the applicable laws that affect human resources in tribal government and enterprises. Students will gain an understanding of this unique legal landscape and its impact on tribal sovereignty, as well as the body of knowledge, strategic function, and ethical responsibilities of human resources.

Further, this course will discuss how organizational design, staffing, training, development, leadership, organizational culture, vision, mission, values, and goals affect individual and organizational performance.

date.......... Wed., Jan. 19-May 11, 2011
time.......... 5:30-8:30 p.m.
fee.......... $600
place.......... Hoopa Tribal Education Center
instr.......... Jack Norton
course.......... AIE 380/580, 3 units, 27524/27525

 

AIE 380/580:
Management Decision-Making and Leadership for Tribes

Have you ever wondered how some managers seem to get it all done and still have a life while others burn the midnight oil and never see the surface of their desks?

Early investments in long-term visioning and organizational development (e.g., defining roles, responsibilities, authorities, and available resources) are a good start — choosing a management style that is appropriate for your work environment is a critical next step.

Add planning, priority-setting, and guiding principles (e.g., values and ethics), and you’re well on your way to setting realistic goals and achieving them, even as you manage the day-to-day crises, “seize the moment” of unexpected opportunities, and maintain important working relationships.

Join the increasing number of high-achieving managers who are trading perfectionism for a job well done with sense of humor intact.

Find out how to detect the early symptoms of work-related stress and what to do about it. Learn to make the right decisions quickly and maintain a strong sense of personal authenticity.

date .......... Tues./Wed./Thurs., June 21-July 7

time .......... 8:30-11 a.m. and 4-6:30 p.m. daily

fee .......... $600

place .......... Klamath-Trinity Instructional Site, Hoopa

instr .......... Suzanne M. Burcell

course ..... AIE 380/580, 3 units, 31073/31274

 

AIE 430:
Proposal & Grantwriting 3 units

Based on methods proven successful in 30 years’ practice, this grant writing intensive introduces participants to the step-by-step process of developing externally funded programs and projects on behalf of local/tribal governments and non-profit organizations. Participants will:

• Review strategic planning processes critical to program/project planning and grant writing
• Use HSU Library and Internet resources to conduct grant-related research
• Identify and prioritize community and organizational needs
• Formulate strategies for meeting community and organizational needs
• Identify potential sources of program/project funding based on grantor’s guidelines
• Clearly state program/project goals, objectives, activities, and timeframes
• Develop staffing plans and budgets for planned programs/projects
• Develop program/project evaluation and dissemination plans
• Complete funders’ application forms

Although it is permissible to work individually, participants will be encouraged to work as program planning/grant writing teams to complete funding proposals in service to local or tribal government agencies or Indian or other non-profit organizations.

Register as soon as possible to ensure a space in this class.

date ..... TBA Summer

time ..... 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

fee ..... $TBA

place ..... Siemens Hall 109

instr ..... Suzanne Burcell

course ..... EENC xTBA
                 AIE 430, 3 units

 

NAS 320:
Native American Psychology 3 units

Compare and critique selected philosophical constructs manifested within European and Native American values and experiences.

date.......... TBA
time.......... TBA
fee.......... $TBA
place.......... TBA
instr.......... TBA
course.......... NAS 320, 3 units

 

Instructors

Suzanne M. Burcell has worked more than 30 years managing organizations and programs that serve American Indians and Tribes, including a community-based non-profit Indian business development organization, two university-based centers for Indian community and economic development, two Tribal community and economic development corporations, a Tribal government, and two Indian student support services programs. She has supervised staffs ranging from four to 120, and managed annual budgets ranging from $300,000 to $12 million, primarily derived from federal and state funding sources. Her responsibilities have included community needs assessments, strategic planning, program/project planning and grant writing/resource development for community infrastructure, facilities, and enterprise development, as well as education, language/culture, health, human services, and natural resource preservation programs. Ms. Burcell has earned special recognition awards from the Hoopa Valley Tribe, the Karuk Tribe, Humboldt State University, the USDA Forest Service, and the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Jack Norton III, MBA, is an enrolled member of the Hoopa Valley Tribe. He has been the human resource manager for Blue Lake Casino & Hotel since 2002 and the health benefits director of the Blue Lake Rancheria. He earned a B.S. in business administration with a concentration in management and a minor in economics from San Jose State University. He earned an MBA at Humboldt State University. He is a certified human resource professional through the premier Human Resource Management Society.

Mary Risling earned her B.A. degree in political science and her Juris Doctorate from UC Davis and was admitted to the California State Bar in 1979. She is an enrolled member of the Hoopa Valley Tribe and the President and CEO of ME’DIL, a not-for-profit corporation that is devoted to a broad cross-section of indigenous cultural revitalization initiatives. Ms. Risling has taught at Humboldt State University, College of the Redwoods, and DQ University. She practiced law for over two decades, specializing in federal Indian law. Her legal practice included serving as the directing attorney for the California Indian Legal Services for nearly ten years and involvement in adjudication of fishing rights on the Klamath and Trinity Rivers in the early 1980s.

  Information

For more information about the Professional Development Certificate Program and courses, contact Suzanne M. Burcell, Director of American Indian Education, at (707) 826-5195.

For more information about taking online courses, see Distance Learning for requirements.

 Fees & Registration

Fee for each 3-unit course is $600 (fees subject to change). To register for courses, use the HSU Extended Education online registration form or call the Office of Extended Education at (707) 826-3731. VISA, MasterCard and DiscoverCard are accepted.