2021-22 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Sep 18, 2024  
2021-22 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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AAS 270 - Race and Racism

An examination of political and philosophical issues stemming from relations of power based on race in the U.S. Subjects will include how the concept of race has been used to classify humans, designating them as inferior or superior; the notions of racial identity or race consciousness; and political philosophies addressing the problem of racial oppression. Also listed as PHI 270. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Summarize the major concepts and theories of race and racism in terms of contemporary society.
  2. Identify the significant ethical, political, and epistemological dimensions of racism, anti-racist struggle, and multicultural co-existence through critical reflection.
  3. Apply these concepts and theories to areas of contemporary concern by the construction of a reasoned philosophical argument.



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