ETHS 40 - Introduction to Asian American Studies

    Recent Professors
    Justine Trinh, Teresa Carrasco, Iris M. Ramirez
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    35–40 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ETHS 40
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 6 · IGETC Area 7 · CSU GE Area F · CSU GE Area D
    Description
    This course is a survey of the rich and diverse cultural history of various Asian American communities (Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Southeast Asian American, etc.). Emphasis is given to the cultural and historical circumstances that caused various Asian populations to resettle in the United States. Various Asian American populations will be described according to their immigration and refugee challenges, cultural adaptations, and unique contributions to American society as a whole.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 11:00am–12:15pm, Tue Thu 11:00am–12:15pm, Tue Thu 9:30am–10:45am, Mon Wed 12:30pm–1:45pm