Native American Media Writing with The Intention of Initiating Change Paper
The purpose of this assignment is to practice media writing with the intention of initiating change in the way a topic is usually discussed. The topic for this assignment is Native American/First Nations mascots. The topic is typically dismissed as some argue that the mascot is an honour, and that Native Americans are trying to garner political sympathy. Your task is to change the way we talk about mascots.
Remember:
- Do not write your name or class-related information on the top of the page. This is an online submission. None of that information is needed.
- The submission will be written in Times New Roman, 12 pt. font, double spaced.
- You will cite ‘Gendered Construction of the American Indian’. Cite the author and the article, but not like an academic article.
- Keep in mind that ‘American Indian’ is now an outdated term.
- You will also cite a credible source to support your arguments.
- You will have to make the case for the source’s credibility.
- Your arguments may be focused on the mascot, the mascot’s name, the school’s logo, or the mascot’s performance.