BLAS 116 - Contemporary Social Problems from a Black Perspective

    Recent Professors
    Brianna Althea Simmons, Thekima Mayasa
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    40–45 students
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4C · CSU GE Area D0 · CSU GE Area D3 · CSU GE Area D
    Description
    This course is a sociological analysis of institutional racism, the process of social change and how it affects African Americans. Emphasis is placed on broad contemporary issues as they relate to African Americans, such as the prison industrial complex, gender and health care. This course is intended for Black Studies majors and anyone interested in Ethnic Studies, history, teaching and current events.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 11:10am–12:35pm