Ethnic & Cultural Studies

Social Science DIVISION

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The Ethnic & Cultural Studies Department is interdisciplinary in nature, coordinating the courses, activities, and projects that will enhance students' abilities to function in our increasingly multicultural, multiethnic world. Courses draw on methodologies and theories from both the social sciences and humanities, allowing students to develop an understanding of multiple perspectives and to connect ideas across disciplines. In view of increasing diversity in the U.S. and globalization worldwide, the department provides students with a focus on ethnic and cultural issues, exposure to scholarship from historically underrepresented groups, and preparation to live in a culturally complex world.

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ETHN 100 Race in the United States • 5 CR

Prerequisite: Placement by assessment into ENGL& 101 (prev ENGL 101) or ENGL 092 or 093 with a C- or better or entry code. May be used as social science or humanities course requirement, not both, at BCC.

          A                Pollock K              TTh      12:30p-2:40p          C168

          OAS           Pollock K                        online     D110

ETHN 130 Ethnic Identity of Deafness • 5 CR

Prerequisite: Placement by assessment into ENGL& 101 (prev ENGL 101) or ENGL 092 or 093 with a C- or better. PSYC& 100 (prev PSYCH 100) or SOC& 101 (prev SOC 110) recommended.

          A                Mangan R           daily      11:30a-12:20p        L221

ETHN 140 Introduction to African American Studies • 5 CR

Prerequisite: Placement by assessment into ENGL& 101 (prev ENGL 101) or ENGL 092 or 093 with a C- or better or entry code.

          A                Class Cancelled

ETHN 200            Sports and Culture • 5 CR

Prerequisite: Placement by assessment into ENGL& 101 (prev ENGL 101) or ENGL 092 or 093 with a C- or better or entry code.

          OAS           Abe D             online      D110

ETHN 210 Ethnic Experiences in Art & Music • 5 CR

Identifies and critically examines the theoretical foundations of hip-hop culture and rap music. Studies the evolution of hip-hop philosophy and the community from which it originated. Analyzes the influences that the background, music, and style of the hip-hop generation have upon a multicultural nation and world. Prerequisite: Placement by assessment into ENGL& 101 (prev ENGL 101) or ENGL 092 or 093 with a C- or better or entry code. May be used as social science or humanities course requirement, not both, at BCC.

          HYA Abe D MW 9:30a-10:20a    S310

Section HYA is a hybrid class. On campus sessions meet on the days listed. The balance of instruction occurs online as directed by the course syllabus. Significant computer use. Additional Fee: $11.50.