Author Archives: jamesterhune

For my final presentation, I looked at indigenous hunting rituals among tribes of the northern plains. I was unable to find many sources on this topic until I found Howard Harrod’s book, The Animals Came Dancing, in the library and … Continue reading →

One thing that was constantly on my mind while we were at Pine Ridge was the role and function of religious life for the Lakota community. While in the sweat lodge, I was thinking about how instrumental ceremonies like this … Continue reading →

It was very interesting to enter shove this afternoon with a more critical and focused eye. I felt far more able to direct my thoughts and feelings throughout the tour in a more constructive way as I was able to … Continue reading →