CHST V24 - Sociology of the Chicano Community

    Recent Professors
    Daniella Graves
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2024, Fall 2023
    Class Size
    40 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2024 Sections
    View Fall 2024 sections of CHST V24
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4J · IGETC Area 4C · CSU GE Area D0 · CSU GE Area D3
    Description
    This course will examine various theoretical perspectives from a sociological framework in relation to the Chicano community. Race, class gender and culture in the historical development of Chicano people will be explored as we discuss culture, ethnic identity, the institutions of education, economics, family and government. It will include an overview of past and current social movements (i.e. the Chicano, Chicana Feminism, labor movements, and other topics). Students will analyze prevailing myths and stereotypes and investigate the ways Chicanos have contributed to and participated in social and political change. Specific instances of Chicano structural resistance to Anglo encroachment and domination will be discussed. Particular attention will also be given to language development among Chicanos and the historical role of youth.