Ethnic Studies

The Ethnic Studies Program examines the social, cultural, and the historical forces that have shaped cultural identity in the United States and around the globe. In order to recognize the complex aspects of ethnic identity, our program focuses on five themes: 1) diaspora, 2) colonialism, 3) slavery, 4) genocide, and 5) community formation. We explore these and related topics from a variety of perspectives, always conscious of how they intersect with gender, sexuality, class, and nation.

Students interested in the Ethnic Studies minor should contact the Director and/or one of the sponsoring faculty. 

 

• FALL 2020 COURSES LISTED HERE

 

Ethnic Studies Program Highlights:

Click on the links to see the full program 

• Ray Warren Symposium on Race and Ethnic Studies, Fall Semester

Organized by a committee of students, with support from faculty and staff. View the symposium archive here. 

• Civil Disobedience workshop, History and Praxis, Spring 2017
• Inauguration Day Teach-In: Learn • Discuss • Act, Spring 2017
• Black Lives Matter Series, 2015-16