HONORS
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Welcome to Honors Project in collaboration with Intertribal Court of Southern California, San Diego State, UC San Diego Extension and Palomar College
HONORS
PROJECT
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American Indian Recruitment (AIR) Programs offers University-level Honors courses in collaboration with UC San Diego (UCSD), San Diego State University (SDSU) and the Intertribal Court of Southern California (ICSC) for the development of training within restorative justice for Native Youth.
These trainings support Native Youth in understanding Restorative Justice ideals by applying knowledge within our Native Youth Peer Court, otherwise known as Tribal Youth Court. Here, Youth who have gone through the proper training series will participate in a jury of Native Youth Peer Decision Makers (or Peer Decision Makers/PDM) within the Native Youth Peer Court. This understanding will not only create greater Native Youth citizens, but more importantly assist their fellow Native Youth who have chosen path that may not be the best for themselves and their communities. Our Peer Jury will work with the Native Youth in developing a Tribal Wellness Plan to create greater opportunities in life and become a positive part of our communities.
Interact with our presentation built off of our partnerships with UC San Diego (UCSD), San Diego State University (SDSU) and the Intertribal Court of Southern California (ICSC).
Introduction to the Legal System Course
Starting: Sept 8th, 2025
Description: This course provides an introduction to the American Legal System, including the sources of law and the systems by which the law is administered and enforced. This course will also review the origins of law and how it developed into the current legal system. This class will also cover the U.S. Constitutional, Civil Procedure, Criminal Law, Legal Research and how to brief a case.
Introduction to Tribal Legal Studies
Starting: October 6th, 2025 (Projected)
Description: This course provides a broad view of the most important issues in tribal legal studies, starting with an overview of Federal Indian Law and policies, including jurisdiction, Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, the Indian Child Welfare Act, American Indian Probate Reform Act, Indian Arts and Craft Act, Public Law 280, Indian Civil Rights Act of 1968. The course continues with a review of tribal government, historical and contemporary tribal court systems, with a specific focus on CA Tribal governments and Justice Systems, including, tribal common law and traditional dispute resolution methods.
UC San Diego Extension Course Offering: Introduction to the Legal System and Introduction to Tribal Legal Studies
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CLOSED for Introduction to the Legal System Course
OPEN for Introduction to Tribal Legal Studies Course
Online Registration is the first step in registering for each course. Information will be gathered to enroll at each university.
Parental Consent is needed as we need parent / Guardian consent to teach the content at the university.
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Course Assigned Readings will be posted for students to access via this page for the first few weeks for those having complications in registering.
Assignments and additional information will be posted to your canvas account portals.
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