Ethnic Studies (Eth S)
1. Ethnic Experience (3)
Comparative study of ethnic minorities in the United States, combining the
perspectives of history, sociology, and psychology.
2. Ethnic Expression (3)
Comparative study of the characteristic ways in which ethnic minorities
in the United States think and feel about themselves and the world, as reflected
in literature, art, and music.
4. American Poverty (3)
Multiethnic and interdisciplinaiy perspective on poverty as a worldwide
phenomenon, with emphasis on America; geographic analysis of poverty areas
such as urban ghettos and other minority areas; homelessness; examination
of policies dealing with poverty. (Former Eth S 4)
130T. Topics in Ethnic Studies (1-3; max total 6)
In-depth research and writing on the past and contemporary situation of
America's major ethnic minorities.
Asian American Studies (AsAm)
15. Asian-American Status and Identify (Intro.) (3)
Historical, social and psychological factors which have formed the role
of the Asian-American as a minority; questioning of one's identity in a
society of conflicting values.
30. The Japanese-American in the United Stales (3)
Historical and sociological study of Japanese-Americans in the United States.
Examination of the Issei, Nisei, Sansei; their values, degree of marginality,
assimilation, and acceptance into American society.
56. The Chinese-American in the United States (3)
Historical survey of family, heritage, social traditions, and cultural
patterns of Chinese-Americans and their adaptation to American life.
70. Asian-American Literature (3)
Analysis of Asian-American short stories, novels, poetry, and drama from
cultural perspective of history and contemporary thought. Development of
critical thinking through discussions, written expression.
110. Asian-American Communities (3)
A multidisciplinary approach to .he study of Asian-American communities
in the United States and how they relate to the larger society.
150. Asian-American Expression (3)
The study of Asian and Asian-American expression in music, art, literature
and dance; development of creative expression through group projects and
individual papers.
180T. Topics in Asian-American Studies (3; max total 6)
In-depth research and writing on the past and contemporary situation of
Asian-Americans. Emphasis on small group discussions on selected topics.
190. Independent Study (1-3; max see reference)
See Academic Placement -- Independent Study.
20. Black Drama and Dance (3)
Comprehensive study of the nature of Black drama and dance and its relation
to society. Performance of plays, dances, and dramas written by Blacks.
Emphasis on communicative functions of Black drama and dance, technical
and theoretical.
22. Black Dialect (3)
Linguistic course designed to explore the origin, impact, historical background,
and problems created by Blacks in using the Black dialect derivative of
English and the African language.
25. Black Literature (3)
Major authors, their works, themes, and movements in Black literature in
America from colonial times to the present. (Formerly Bl S 25)
27. The Black Image (3)
Introduction to the social experience of Afro-Americans in American life
and to various images of that experience which have developed historically.
35. Art and Music of Africa (3)
Comprehensive study of African artistry and music.
36. Contemporary African Societies (3)
Analysis of the cultural and political structure of some Black African nations;
understanding the impact of colonialism in Africa; realizing the relationship
of African Americans to Africa.
38. Black American Sociology (3)
Basic principles sociology from the perspective of the Black experience.
42. Ethnic Psychology (3)
Introduction to psychology as an empirical science; biological and social
basis of behavior; evaluation of concepts or general psychology and personality
theories; emphasis on perception, learning, motivation, and intelligence;
applicability to behavioral patterns of African Americans.
56. The Black Family (3)
Deals with the origin, development, and adaptations the Black family has
created to sustain itself as a viable institution. Emphasis is on problems
encountered and created by the American society and how the Black family
handles these adversities.
60. Introduction to Contemporary African Literature (3)
Survey of the general characteristics, main currents, and representative
works of contemporary African authors writing in English and French; African
novels, poetry, drama, and oral literature.
110. Education in the Black Community (3)
Analysis of the economic, sociological, and political foundations of education
in the Black community. Aims, methods, and leaders of Black education with
special emphasis upon the interrelationship between the Black school, Black
values, and Black community.
125. Advanced Black Literature (3)
Major authors of the 1920s and their contribution to American Literature:
Rudolph Fisher, Jean Toomer, Claude McKay, James Weldon Johnson, Countee
Cullen, Langston Hughes, Arna Bontemps.
130T. Topics in Black Studies (1-3; max total 9)
Major social problems confronting African Americans in America today; emphasis
on welfare, education, legal systems, religious institutions, and economic
institutions; effect on the Black segment of the population.
135. American Black Ghettos (3)
Analysis of the various lifestyles and cultural patterns of the large Black
ghettos of America.
136. Black Business Economic Development in the United States (3)
Introduction to Black business enterprises with special emphasis on the
analysis and developments of Black business from early slave trade to present
day. Relationship of econom forces to historical, political, and social
change pertaining to African Americans.
137. Black Women (3)
(Same as W S 137.) An overview of the accomplishments of Black women in
the United States; their contributions to American culture; African influence;
Black women as defined by a dominant society vs. legitimate definition designed
to encourage a positive self-concept.
140. Sociology of Religion in the Black Community (3)
History of the formation and development of Afro-American religious institutions
(Christianity, Islam, Judaism) in the Black community; their effect on the
Afro-American personality.
144. Race Relations (3)
An examination of race in American soc!iety as it affects major social issues
such as stratification, income distribution, and political power, with concern
for theo-retical orientations toward the study of Black/white race relations.
146. Law and the Minority Community (3)
Critical analysis of the foundation and changing structure of law and legal
insti tutions as perceived by minority communities, with emphasis on equal
employment and education, criminal justice, and political power.
148. Minority Business Management (3)
Topics in marketing, management, accounting and finance for small businesses
with emphasis on minority ownership. Discussions will also focus on "Blacks
as Managers" and "Management of Minority Employees."
149. Minority Consumer Behavior (3)
The study of the behavior and motivation of the multi-billion dollar minority
consumer with particular emphasis upon shopping habits, brand preference,
and other socio-psychological factors involved.
150. Problems in Ghetto Schools (3)
Problems inherent in ghetto schools with emphasis on the family, community
and socio-economic factors which determine the quality of educational programs
and experiences; their effect on Black values, schools, and community.
178. History of Black Americans (3)
(Same as Hist 178.) Evolution of Black society from 1619 to the present;
emphasis on the social, political, and economic aspects as they relate to
cultural values, theories in the development and environment that contribute
to the Afro-American way of life.
180. Famous Black Americans (3)
The course focuses on famous Black Americans and their important contributions
to the many aspects of American history and society.
190. Independent Study (1-3; max see reference)
See Academic Placement -- Independent Study.