Abstract

The purpose of my Independent Study is to research the relationship between Oglala Sioux tribal members and the United States government. Using oral histories from tribal members and my own experience as a tribal member through autoethnography, my research brings a unique perspective of Lakota/Oglala Sioux tribal members view on the government. Both federal and tribal oral histories are important as a supplement to the relatively sparse scholarship and studies on this topic. My own experiences and connections allow my I.S to bring forth these untold and unique experiences to the public. My study covers stories about this complicated relationship between the Sioux and the United States Government in order to guide new ways of thinking about the relationship.

Advisor

Hettinger, Madonna

Second Advisor

Frese, Pamela

Department

History; Sociology and Anthropology

Publication Date

2025

Degree Granted

Bachelor of Arts

Document Type

Senior Independent Study Thesis

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