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Welcome to Indigenous Economies

Apr 27 2021

Red bud in bloom near the College Cabin in Goshen, Indiana

We’re trying something new this year,  a Cultural Perspectives course based on the Goshen College campus with the bulk of our time spent outdoors.  We’ve planned a series of day trips, experiential learning opportunities and overnight camping adventures, with a few surprises along the way.  We’ll be exploring the interactions between people, land and production in a Native American context.

What, specifically, do we mean by “Indigenous Economies”?  Follow our blog to find out!

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