SOC 15 - Ethnic and Race Relations: U.S. and Global Perspectives

Recent Professors: A. Guaracha, J. Song, P. Snyder, J. Simmers
Recent Semesters: Spring 2027, Fall 2026
Class Size: 24–40 students
Difficulty: 5.0Moderateout of 10
Credits: 3
Spring 2027 Sections: View Spring 2027 sections of SOC 15
Transfers To: UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4J · IGETC Area 4C · CSU GE Area D0 · CSU GE Area D3
Description: Application of major sociological theories and concepts to the examination of ethnic and race relations in the United States and the world, with detailed focus on the four major U.S. ethnic groups: African-American, Latino-American, Asian-American, and Native American. Scrutiny of historical, socioeconomic, and gender influence on inter-group relations. Examination of the cultural, political, and economic practices and institutions that support or challenge racism, racial and ethnic inequalities, as well as patterns of interaction between various racial and ethnic groups. Significance of contemporary multiculturalism, and its relation to racism, ethnocentrism, and sexism.
Usually Held: Thu 5:30pm–8:20pm, Tue Thu 9:30am–11:20am, Wed 5:00pm–7:50pm