ESTU 106 - Introduction to Asian American Studies

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    Difficulty
    5.4Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4
    Description
    This course will examine Asian Pacific Islander Desi/Americans (APID/A) through U.S.-national and transnational frameworks. It will explore a range of scholarly, and visual texts in order to understand the interdisciplinary field of Asian American Studies. The course also introduces students to key scholarly works, theories, literature, and frameworks that inform the field of Asian American Studies. ESTU 108 Chicana and Latina Feminism (CSU) Units: 3 Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 0 Outside Hours: 108 Grading Method: Letter Credit Status: Credit, degree applicable Conditions of Enrollment: None This course provides students with introductory understanding of the Chicana/Latina in contemporary society. Emphasis is placed on establishing a framework from which to view the historical development and treatment of Chicanas and women of color in modern society. Students will analyze selected issues such as gender identity, cultural representation, labor, and activism.