The Native American Mascot Controversy

Seminar paper from the year 2013 in the subject American Studies - Culture and Applied Geography, grade: 2,2, University of Warwick (COMPARATIVE AMERICAN STUDIES), course: North America - Themes and Problems, language: English, abstract: 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.