PSCI G181 - American Government: The Politics of Race and Ethnicity

Recent Professors: Ken Callahan, Joel Powell, Nathen Cruz, Debito Beamer, Joyce Nguy, Som Chounlamountry
Recent Semesters: Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
Class Size: Not published
Credits: 3
Fall 2026 Sections: View Fall 2026 sections of PSCI G181
Transfers To: UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · Cal-GETC Area 6 · IGETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 7 · CSU GE Area D · CSU GE Area F · CSU American Institutions Area US2 · CSU American Institutions Area US3
Description: This course is identical to ETHS G181 . This course provides an introduction to United States and California governments and examines their constitutions, political institutions and processes, and political actors. Students will analyze the politics of race and ethnicity and its effect on political behavior, institutions and the exercise of political power. Central to this study will be the history, experiences and contributions of African Americans, Asians, Native Americans and Latinx. Additionally, this course will focus on policy content and relevant political issues facing racial and ethnic populations. Enrollment Limitation: POLS C1000/ ETHS G181 ; students who complete PSCI G181 may not enroll in or receive credit for POLS C1000, or ETHS G181 . C-ID: POLS 110.
Usually Held: Tue Thu 11:10am–12:35pm, Tue Thu 9:30am–10:55am