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Worst professor (professor???) I have ever had. She is an imposter. Miserable human being, and a total waste of my time. So happy to hear she was removed, and I feel sorry for anyone that ever had to experience her. Just awful.Rate My Professors ↗
Incredible professor. Uses the Socratic method in class which can be very intimidating. If you don't come prepared you will be grilled mercilessly.Rate My Professors ↗
Wiyaka is very interesting and have good stories, but she was inhibited by how this course was structured. I would take her for a different course based more in law than intro. We rarely discussed the many articles we read or prepared for our 6 essays throughout the year, instead watching movies. I would recommend doing your hw during these moviesRate My Professors ↗
She'll tell everyone that the class in impossible, but it's actually not bad at all - only 2 tests, no writing assignments. Read the cases and you're golden, she explains everything else you need in class. A bit intimidating, but a really cool lady once you get to know her. One of the best law classes I've taken on campus.Rate My Professors ↗
Good class--I learned quite a bit about Federal Indian Law. She is a very intimidating prof and makes the class seem like it is harder than it is, but overall she is very helpful and interesting. Don't be afraid to ask questions--chances are you'll feel stupid but she'll help you out. Sometimes a bit full of herself, but she's accomplished a lotRate My Professors ↗
20% of your grade is attendance but she calls on the same people all the time, which is unfair for the rest of the class. If you like to speak out you will like the class. Involves 1 20 page page paper and a group presentation. Class seems a bit highschool-ish. Not too bad overall thoughRate My Professors ↗
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A historical survey of federal Indian law and policy covering contemporary issues, jurisdiction, sovereignty, and federal trust duties.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Distinct courses recorded per term
Explore courses taught by this instructor →| Term | Course | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2027 | AMERIND/LEGALST 480 | Federal Indian Law and Policy |
| Fall 2026 | AMERIND 100 | Introduction to American Indian Studies |
| Fall 2026 | AMERIND 301 | Beginner Level Ojibwe Language |
| Fall 2026 | AMERIND 303 | Beginner Level Indigenous Language |
| Fall 2026 | AMERIND 308 | Beginner Level Hoocak/ho-chunk Language |
| Fall 2026 | AMERIND 310 | Beginner Level Menominee Language |
| Fall 2026 | AMERIND 312 | Beginner Level Oneida Language |
| Fall 2026 | AMERIND 401 | Intermediate Level Ojibwe Language |
| Fall 2026 | AMERIND 405 | Intermediate Level Hoocak/ho-chunk Language |
| Fall 2026 | AMERIND 407 | Intermediate Level Menominee Language |
| Fall 2026 | AMERIND/CSCS 330 | American Indian Communities: Sovereignty, Struggles, and Successes |
Teaching history may be incomplete. Course pages contain course-specific feedback and citations.
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