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Designed and scheduled to be accessible to working
professionals and non-traditional students,
the courses for the certificate programs are offered online
via the Internet, or as one-week “intensives” on campus
in the weeks preceding the HSU semester.
For more details, contact Sue Burcell at 826-5195 or e-mail.
American Indian Education Certificate:15 units total: AIE 330 – History of Indian Education Tribal Management* CertificateRecommended sequence, 18 units total: AIE 380/580 – History and Culture of the Hoopa Valley Tribe * The six-course, 18-unit Tribal Management Certificate Program is being developed through a unique partnership between HSU’s American Indian Education Program and the Hoopa Valley Tribe’s 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 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. |
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 .......... Monday, Aug. 24-Dec. 11, 2009
time .......... 5-8 p.m.
fee .......... $600
place .......... Founders Hall 111
instr .......... Suzanne Burcell
course .......... AIE 335, 3 units, 41255
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.......... $600
place.......... TBA
instr.......... TBA
course.......... AIE 340, 3 units
AIE 345:
American Indians in Higher Education![Distance Learning symbol [link to distance learning information]](http://www.humboldt.edu/~extended/images/distancestar.gif)
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.......... Spring 2010
time.......... TBA
fee.......... $600
place.......... Online: Internet
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: Internet
instr ..... Andy Andreoli
course ..... AIE 380 or 580, 3 units
AIE 380/580:
Legal-Political Environment of Tribes
Information forthcoming. Please check back.
date.......... Spring 2010
time.......... TBA
fee.......... $TBA
place.......... TBA
instr.......... TBA
course.......... AIE 380 or 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:
date.......... Wed., Aug. 24-Dec. 11, 2009
time.......... 5:30-8:30 p.m.
fee.......... $600
place.......... Hoopa Tribal Education Center
instr.......... Stephen Burbank
course.......... AIE 380/580, 3 units, 41612/46511
AIE 380/580:
Human Resource Development for Tribes
Information forthcoming. Please check back.
date.......... TBA
time.......... TBA
fee.......... $TBA
place.......... Online: Internet
instr.......... TBA
course.......... AIE 380 or 580, 3 units
AIE 380/580:
Management Decision-Making and Leadership for Tribes
Information forthcoming. Please check back.
date.......... TBA
time.......... TBA
fee.......... $TBA
place.......... Online: Internet
instr.......... TBA
course.......... AIE 380 or 580, 3 units
AIE 430:
Proposal & Grantwriting 3 units
This course prepares current and prospective Tribal administrators, program managers, educators, health and human services providers, and other professionals to undertake program planning and fund development. It guides participants through proven methods of developing fundable grant proposals, including strategic action planning, community needs assessments, library and online research, program/project planning, and preparation of actual grant proposals for submittal to identified private or public grant-making agencies.
date ..... Aug. 24-Dec. 11, 2009
fee ..... $600
place ..... Online: Internet
instr ..... Suzanne Burcell
course ..... AIE 430, 3 units, 41256
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.......... $600
place.......... TBA
instr.......... TBA
course.......... NAS 320, 3 units
Suzanne M. Burcell, MBA, M.A., is a member of the Karuk Tribe. She earned a B.A. in psychology, an MBA and an M.A. in education at Humboldt State University. Before becoming director of American Indian Education and associate director for Indian Economic and Community Development at HSU, Ms. Burcell served as ITEPP director for six years; prior to that, she worked for more than 20 years in Indian business development and tribal community/economic development. In 2000 she received the HSU Distinguished Alumni Award.
Andrew L. Andreoli holds an M.A. in education, B.A. in history, and a standard secondary California teaching credential. His teaching experience includes teacher’s assistant at McKinleyville High School, and instructor positions at College of the Redwoods, Humboldt State University (ITEPP), and D-Q University. Mr. Andreoli has taught Native American history, philosophy, Native American studies, Indian community development, and grant writing. He currently teaches introduction to Native American studies and Native American history at the College of the Redwoods Klamath-Trinity Instructional Site in Hoopa. Additionally, Mr. Andreoli currently serves as executive director of the Hoopa Valley Tribal TANF program.
Stephen Burbank has a B.S. in business administration with an emphasis in accounting from Humboldt State University. Stephen completed the certified public accountant exam in 1991. He has over 20 years of experience as a CFO/Director for Indian tribes. Stephen worked for the Hoopa Valley Tribe, Yurok Tribe, and Big Valley Rancheria Band of Pomo Indians as well as providing consulting services to other tribes and tribal organizations in Northern California. Mr. Burbank has served on the Department of the Interior Self-Governance Technical Support Team which provided expertise in governmental finance and budgeting processes; served as a member of the Department of the Interior, Contract Support Advisory Committee; served as a member of the Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Service Self-governance grant review panel. Stephen also has significant experience in indirect cost proposal preparation and negotiation. Mr. Burbank currently teaches bookkeeping and accounting as an associate professor for College of the Redwoods in Eureka, Calif.
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.
Fee for each 3-unit course is $600. 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.
For additional information, call (707-826-3731), fax (707-826-5885)
or e-mail
Humboldt State University Office of Extended Education • Arcata, CA 95521 USA
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