Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4 · CSU GE Area DDescriptionThis course provides an introductory overview of the Black community, focusing on Black people's social, cultural, political, and historical contributions in the United States. Students will explore the intersections of race, class, gender, and sexuality, examining how these identities have shaped the lived experiences of Black people. Central to this course are themes of Blackness, resistance, agency, racial capitalism, Black epistemologies, and social justice, as students critically engage with concepts such as racial formation, the institution of slavery, systemic racism, colonialism, intersectionality, and cultural expressions. By the end of this course, students will be able to analyze contemporary racial issues and recognize their historical roots. 