Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · Cal-GETC Area 6 · IGETC Area 4J · IGETC Area 4 · CSU GE Area D0 · CSU GE Area D3 · CSU GE Area DDescriptionUsing sociological and interdisciplinary approaches, this course introduces students to major concepts, theories, processes, and events in the study of racial and ethnic groups. It focuses on the historical and contemporary experiences of Native Americans, Latino/a/x and Chicano/a Americans, African Americans, and Asian Americans as a way of exploring ideas such as individual and systemic racisms, colonialism and decolonization, racial/ethnic stratification, marginalization, white privilege, and intersectionality. It also explores the ways in which these groups have resisted, adapted, and sometimes thrived in ways that have made significant and enduring contributions to our society. More broadly, the course also investigates the processes and circumstances that have led to the construction of race and racial categories in the modern world States. Finally, the course aims to provide a foundation for students to engage in practices that challenge racism and racial inequality. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for SOC 120.Usually HeldMon Wed 8:00am–9:20am, Mon Wed 9:30am–10:50am 