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.
Asian American Studies (AsAm)
10. Asians in America (3)
Historical study of Asian migrants coming to the United States compared
with other Asian immigrants throughout the world. Those Asian groups to
be covered are the Japanese, Filipino, Korean and Chinese.
15. Asian-American Status and Identity (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 States (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 heritages, 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.
90T. Topics in Asian-American Studies (3; max total 6)
Social and historical approach to the Asian-American experience in the United
States. Special emphasis on the contemporary situation of Asians in America,
including community knowledge and involvement. Development of Asian-American
writers and their literary works.
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.
115. The Asian-American Family (3)
(Same as W S 115) Japanese, Chinese, Filipino. and Korean family system,
philosophy and structure as developed in the United States; family role
in assimilation, establishment of values; problems of Asian-American families
and their future.
140. The Uprooted Asian American (3)
Historical analysis of the impact of World War II on the Japanese, with
comparative reference to the experience of the Chinese and Filipinos in
the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries.
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.
40. Introduction to the African Language (3)
History of the formation, location, and similarity of the major African
languages.
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.
115. American Poverty (3)
Multi-ethnic and interdisciplinary perspective. Characteristics of widespread
poverty worldwide, emphasis on America; a geographic analysis of poverty
and migration to urban ghettos, barrios, reservations and sectional pockets,
suggested tools and socio-economic alternatives to eliminate poverty.
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.
132. Economy of Black Africa (3)
Review of the various economic structures and problems of the emerging Black
nations of Africa.
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.
143. Psychology of Race Roles (3)
Prerequisite: BI S 42 or permission of the instructor. Croup dynamics through
the examination of various psychological roles the Black man assumes or
Falls heir to in his struggle to cope with the exigencies impressed upon
him by a white environment.
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 theoretical orientations toward the study of Black/white race relations.
145. The Black Man and the World (3)
Experience and status of the Black man in the numerous Black colonies of
the non-Black world.
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.
147. Black Community Relations (3)
Analysis of problems and strengths of the Black Community of Fresno; field
work and placement in agencies providing services to the West Fresno community.
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.
151. African Tribal Life and American Culture (3)
Study of African music and dances, Comparison and contrast of the Black
experience in Africa and America as exemplified in the respective cultures.
156. Black Urban Politics (3)
American politics, effect on Black Americans. Political thought and organization
of Black Americans, including Civil Rights, Black Power movements, reconstruction,
and the rise of Black militants.
160. Ghetto Rhetoric and Standard Speech (3)
Relationship of Black rhetoric and standard speech set in the context of
both the ghetto and mass society; emphasis on use, meaning, and equation
with English being taught in public schools.
162. Black Curriculum, Problems and Design (3)
Identification and analysis of the special problems associated with the
development of a curriculum appropriate to students From the Black community;
minority tutorial programs.
170. Black Mass Communication (3)
Analytical study of the world of mass communication (radio, TV, film, journalism)
From a Black perspective. Team teaching with students participating in various
aspects of mass media production. (field trips)
172. Blacks in Agriculture (3)
History of the idea of land as a Pan African cultural concept; geographic
areas of Blacks concentration in agriculture; employment opportunities in
the United States for Blacks in agribusiness; economic considerations, and
international implications.
175. Minority Oriented Statistics (3)
mphasis on the location, analysis,' interpretation and application of statistical
data that specifically concern Black people; "packaging" of data
concerning Black people. Case studies in the use and misuse of data concerning
Black people.
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.
100. American Indian Religion (3)
American Indian religious systems, including basic concepts of religion
and the sacred, ceremonial life, medicine, functions of religious institutions
and practices, and contrast/conflict with non-Native religious systems.
101. American Indian Law (3)
Concepts of laws on Indian reservations, termination, litigation and complaints,
strengthening tribal governments. Law related to Indian land and resources.
103. Indians of California (3)
Populations, customs, beliefs, arts of life.
190. Independent Study (1-3; max see reference)
See Academic Placement -- Independent Study.