ETH 27H - Honors Introduction to Race & Ethnicity In American History

    Recent Professors
    Osceola Ward
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    29 students
    Difficulty
    4.5Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    Students will critically explore the phenomena of race and ethnicity in the history of the United States. Examining the socio-political realities of power, students analyze the processes by which racial stratification occur. Particular emphasis is placed on the socio-historical experiences of major, subordinate ethnic groups in America: African Americans, Latina/o Americans, Asian Americans, and Native Americans. Students critically analyze major theoretical approaches to understanding the circumstances that have shaped present race relations in America and various Ethnic Studies paradigms. This honors section will be enhanced in one or more of the following ways: 1) Students will write research papers/projects utilizing the library database 2) Individual oral presentations on a topic discussed in the course 3) Group oral presentations on a topic discussed in the course. (C-ID SOCI 150)
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 12:15pm–1:35pm, Mon Wed 9:15am–10:35am