ETHN 1 - Introduction to Ethnic Studies

    Recent Professors
    Alicia Bencomo Garcia, Christine E. Castro, Rain C. Ramirez, June Bloch
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    40–49 students
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 6 · Cal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 7 · CSU GE Area D · CSU GE Area F
    Description
    Examines social issues relating to past and present life circumstances of ethnic groups in the United States with an emphasis on the experiences of Native American, African American, Asian American, and Latinx communities. Uses an interdisciplinary ethnic studies framework to investigate the role of racism in shaping the economic, political, and cultural status of ethnic groups in the United States. Emphasizes the development of identity, resistance, and social movements as responses to racial and ethnic marginalization. May be offered in a distance learning format.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 1:00pm–2:20pm, Mon Wed 9:40am–11:00am, Tue 6:30pm–9:35pm