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.
104. 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.
35. Art and Music of Africa (3)
Comprehensive study of African artistry and music. (Formerly Bl S 35)
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. (Formerly Bl S 36)
38. Black American Sociology (3)
Basic principles sociology from the perspective of the Black experience.
(Formerly Bl S 38)
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. (Formerly Bl
S 42)
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. (Formerly Bl S 56)
60. Introduction to Black Theatre (3)
Study and practice in performance of Black drama and oral interpretation
projects. Class will include poetry reading; dance performances; dramatic
interpretations; comedic sketches. Previous experience not required. (Formerly
Bl S 60)
110. The Educational System and the Black Community (3)
The effects of the educational system on African Americans. Analysis of
the economical, sociological, and political foundations of education as
they are related to African Americans. (Formerly Bl S 110)
124. The Black Experience in Children's Literature (3)
A survey of selected material: Children's books, tapes, cassettes; dealing
with the Black experience in children's literature. (Formerly Bl S 124)
127. Black Creative Writers' Workshop (3)
An intensive reading and writing workshop in the Black experience. Selections
and discussions from major literary artists, including: Hughes, Baldwin,
Giovanni, Brooks, Ellison, Angelou, Gaines, and others. Students are required
to write expository essays analyzing literature, poems, and short stories.
(Formerly Bl S 127)
129. Black Literary Classics (3)
An intensive analysis of selected classical narratives in Black literature
and culture. (Formerly Bl S 129)
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. (Formerly Bl
S 130T)
135. The Black Community (3)
Analysis of the various lifestyles and cultural patterns of the Black community
and spatial ghetto areas. Emphasis on unique cultural features of the family,
religion, foods, music, art, and folkways. (Formerly Bl S 135)
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. (Formerly Bl S 136)
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. (Formerly Bl S 137)
140. The Black Church (3)
History of the formation and development of Black religious institutions
(Christianity, Islam, Judaism) in the Black community; their effect on the
Black personality. (Formerly Bl S 140)
141. Black Health Care (3)
Investigation and analysis of major health problems and delivery services
in the Black Community. (Formerly Bl S 141)
142. Black Child Rearing (3)
Specific and unique issues facing Black parents as their children journey
through the development process. (Formerly Bl S 142)
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.
(Formerly Bl S 144)
145. Life and Times of Martin Luther King Jr. (3)
Explores Dr. King's leadership in the nonviolent movement for racial equality
and human dignity, from the Montgomery Bus Boycott to King's assassination
(1955-68). Emphasis on philosophy, ideology. Format: lectures, films, slides,
recorded speeches, and discussion. (Formerly Bl S 145)
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. (Formerly
Bl S 146)
165. Advanced Black Theatre (3)
For students previously enrolled in Af Am 60. Advanced production and performance
in the Black Theatre. (Formerly Bl S 165)
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. (Formerly Bl S 178)
189. Fieldwork in Community Relations (3; max total 6)
Supervised field observation, participation, and documentation in the operation
of minority communities. (Formerly Bl S 189)
190. Independent Study (1-3; max see reference)
See Academic Placement -- Independent Study. (Formerly Bl S 190)
Armenian Studies (Arm S)
10. Introduction to Armenian Studies (3)
The history, geography, literature, language, and art of Armenia from ancient
times to the present with emphasis on resources, bibliography, and report
writing.
50T. Studies in Armenian Literature (3)
Various themes and aspects of Armenian literature: David of Sassoun, the
Armenian Folk Epic; William Saroyan; Armenian historical literature; modern
Armenian literature, Armenian world of Richard Hagopian; Armenian American
authors.
120T. Topics in Armenian Studies (1-3; max total 6)
Specialized topics in Armenian history, art, and culture, not normally covered
in other Armenian Studies courses. Topics include the Armenian church, Armenian
minor arts, Armenian film, the ArmenianDiaspora, the Armenian oral history
and genocide.
121. Armenian Painting (3)
History and development of Armenian painting with special concentration
on the art of manuscript illumination; rudiments of early Christian iconography.
123. Armenian Architecture (3)
History and development church building in Armenian architecture, the first
national architecture in the history of Christianity. There will be a survey
of monuments from the fourth to the 17th centuries.
190. Independent Study (1-3)
See Academic Placement -- Independent Study.