ETHN 234 - WOMEN OF COLOR

    Recent Professors
    Shameeka Wilson-Brown
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026
    Class Size
    40 students
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4 · CSU GE Area D
    Description
    Examines the racialized experiences of women in the United States, centering the expertise of Black/African American, Chicanx/Latinx, Asian American and Pacific Islander, Native American, and Indigenous feminist perspectives. Analyzes the dynamics of intersectionality, racism, settler-colonialism, patriarchy, and other forms of systemic oppression. Engages with interdisciplinary perspectives to demonstrate the unique contributions of Indigenous women and women of color to movements, society, and politics. Equips students with knowledge and skills to engage with current social issues and topics, such as criminalization, reproductive justice, media representations, and equity in higher education.