2009 Fall POLSCI 141D-001
Bulletin Course Description The politics of four of the United States principal racial minority groups -- blacks, Latinos, Asians, and American Indians. Instruction is provided in two lectures and one small discussion meeting each week. Instructor: McClain
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Title RACIAL/ETH MINORITIES AMER POL Department POLSCI Course Number 2009 Fall 141D Section Number 001 Primary Instructor McClain,Paula Prerequisites
Synopsis of course content
This course is an introduction to the importance of race and ethnicity in American politics, and the politics (historical, legal, attitudinal, and behavioral) of four of the United States' principal racial minority groups--blacks (African Americans), Latinos, Asian Americans and American Indians.
Exams
Midterm and final examinations.
Term Papers
Three short papers on assigned topics in lieu of a major term paper.
Grade to be based on
Three papers, midterm, final, and participation and assignments in discussion section.
