BLS presentations on sustainable housing and boarding schools in Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ
by Kathleen McCoy |
Learn about the Bachelor of Liberal Studies program and hear presentations on sustainable housing and the history of boarding schools in Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ on Monday, March 3, 6-7 p.m. in SSB 224. An open discussion of culturally responsive teaching techniques follows from 7:15-8:15 p.m.
BLS capstone student and sustainable living advocate, Steve Reidel, will discuss elements of sustainable building in Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ and speak about a proposed sustainable eight unit apartment complex in Spenard.
"Conflicting Values: the political, social, and religious climate that led to the institution of boarding schools for native students in Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ" is the subject of Trey Drake's Capstone project. Drake's presentation focuses on the historical context that led to the establishment of boarding schools for Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Native students.
For more information contact Ann Jache by e-mail at jache@uaa.alaska.edu or by telephone at (907) 786-1955.