Dr. Talitha AganThe Real Pocahontas: Untangling Disney Myths, History, and Modern Native Women’s IssuesThroughout history, few figures have been as mythologized as Pocahontas. Her narrative has been told and retold, often with varying degrees…Aug 14Aug 14
Dr. Talitha AganIroquois Matriarchy: The Pinnacle of Female Political PowerIn a world often dominated by patriarchal systems, the Iroquois, also known as the Haudenosaunee, stand out as a remarkable example of…Aug 7Aug 7
Dr. Talitha AganRevisiting Women’s History: Decoding Bias in Champlain’s Accounts of Huron SocietyIn the early 17th century, French explorer Samuel de Champlain forged extensive trade alliances and documented his encounters with Native…Jul 30Jul 30
Dr. Talitha AganIn Love with Kermit the Frog and Kim Deal: My Lifelong CrushesGrowing up, we all had our idols — those larger-than-life figures who seemed to embody everything wonderful about the world. For most…Jul 16Jul 16
Dr. Talitha AganNegotiating Power: The Influence of Native American Women in Fur Trading Roles in Early…The fur trade played a pivotal role in North American history, shaping the economic and social interactions between Native Americans and…Jul 2Jul 2
Dr. Talitha AganThe Matrilineal Pueblo: Journeying Through the Lives of Pueblo Women in the Southwest from…The history of Native American women is a testament to resilience, strength, and cultural richness. The Pueblo, known for their unique…Jun 26Jun 26
Dr. Talitha AganNavigating Change: Native American Women and the Columbian ExchangeWhen Christopher Columbus landed on the Caribbean island of San Salvador in 1492, he set off a chain of events that would profoundly…Jun 23Jun 23
Dr. Talitha AganKeeping Biases and Stereotypes in Check: A Look at Native American Women in Women’s HistoryIn exploring Women’s History, it’s important to introduce an often-overlooked aspect of cultural awareness: the representation and…Jun 22Jun 22
Dr. Talitha AganExploring the Role of Family and Private Life in Women’s HistoryKinship and SexualityApr 22Apr 22
Dr. Talitha AganGender and the Meaning of Politics in Women’s HistoryExploring the intersection of gender and politics reveals a major theme in Women’s History. Historically, the narrative around women in…Apr 18Apr 18