SOC 359 Race and Ethnicity
In the United States, the terms “race” and “ethnicity” have been subject to a variety of shifting meanings and definitions over the course of the last century. This course will explore contemporary meanings of race and ethnicity and examine the social, political, economic and cultural forces that shape those meanings. It will also introduce students to a variety of sociological theories of race relations, including theories of prejudice and discrimination. Students will also explore the economic, social and historical contexts of race relations in the U.S., including the legacy of slavery and the history of immigration, through an overview of minority groups in the United States. Using a sociological and historical lens, we will address contemporary issues in race relations, including the affirmative action debates, multiculturalism, model minority status and immigration.
Cross Listed Courses
Same as
PHR 359