ETNC 10 - Introduction to Ethnic Studies

    Recent Professors
    Valoree Batista, Michael Blanco, Kendra Cabrera
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    24–35 students
    Difficulty
    5.1Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ETNC 10
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4C · IGETC Area 4F · IGETC Area 4G · IGETC Area 4 · CSU GE Area D3 · CSU GE Area D1 · CSU GE Area D4 · CSU GE Area D2 · CSU GE Area D6 · CSU GE Area D7 · CSU GE Area D
    Description
    Using interdisciplinary approaches, this Ethnic Studies course introduces students to major concepts, theories, processes, and events in the study of racial and ethnic groups. It focuses on the historical and contemporary experiences of Native Americans, Latino Americans, African Americans, and Asian Americans as a way of exploring ideas such as individual and systemic racism, colonialism and decolonization, racial/ethnic stratification, marginalization, white privilege, and intersectionality. It also explores how these groups have resisted, adapted, and sometimes thrived in ways that have made significant and enduring contributions to our society. More broadly, the course also investigates the processes and circumstances that have led to the construction of race and racial categories in the modern world. The course aims to provide a foundation for students to engage in practices that challenge racism and racial inequality. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online. [C-ID SJS 110]
    Usually Held
    Tue 5:30pm–7:20pm, Mon Wed 12:30pm–1:55pm