The Native American Mascot Controversy

From the Perspective of the Florida State University

Seminar Paper , 2013 , 27 Pages , Grade: 2,2

American Studies - Culture and Applied Geography

This essay tries to explain the justification of this imagery, especially with respect to the recent decision of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) to accept the usage of the Seminoles as the dominating theme of all university gear. An insight into the peculiar position of the Seminoles as given by their history in Florida will help to understand not only the current acceptance of the symbolism but mainly the development of the perception of their culture. However, the essay can because of its length and subject focus mainly provide historical background understanding while the main features of the cultural discussion about the moral tenability will only be outlined.

Contents

Introduction

Seminole Ethnogenese and First Encounters With the European Settlers

The WayTowards the Seminole Wars

Realignment during the Nineteenth and Twentieth Cenutry

The Development of Native American Mascots in Sports Teams

Arguments in the Native American Mascot Controversy and their relevance for the FSU

Conclusion

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• College: University of Warwick (COMPARATIVE AMERICAN STUDIES)
• Course: North America - Themes and Problems
• Grade: 2,2
• Author: Cordula Zwanzig (Author)
• Year: 2013
• Pages: 27
• Catalog Number: V268136
• ISBN (eBook): 9783656583301
• ISBN (Book): 9783656583271
• Language: English
• Tags: native, american, mascot, controversy, from, perspective, florida, state, university