Introduction to Ethnic Studies

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Overview

Subject area

LIB

Catalog Number

105

Course Title

Introduction to Ethnic Studies

Department(s)

Description

This interdisciplinary course explores (US) Ethnic Studies concepts, theoretical perspectives, and historical foundations, analyzes how race and racism shape the experiences of people of color, and centers their histories, cultures, and perspectives. Students examine race, ethnicity, class, gender, and other identity markers of stratification across political and socio-economic contexts, and engage diverse epistemic and methodological approaches to address colonization/decolonization/resistance.CUNY Pathways: Flexible Core-U.S. Experience in it's Diversity

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Undergraduate LaGuardia CC

Liberal Arts

Yes

Requirement Designation

FUS - Flexible Core - US Experience in its Diversity

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

011748

Course Schedule