EWS 4510 - Diaspora Studies (3) [C3 or D4]

Exploration of Diasporas culture, community and identity in minority or selected cultural groups in the United States. Examines Diasporas from the perspectives of humanities and social sciences. Addresses the impact of Diaspora history and culture on identity formation. Analyzes the significance of Diaspora identity and culture as a lens to understand American society and its linkage to the globe. From an interdisciplinary approach, critiques conceptions of identity formation based on nation-state and emphasizes multiple identities most Americans possess.

Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior Standing; and Lower division GE requirements in Area A, at least two sub-areas in Area C, and at least two sub-areas in Area D.
Component(s): Lecture
Grading Basis: Graded Only
Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
Course Category: Major Course, GE Course