ETST 2000 E01 -  Introduction to Ethnic Studies  (3 Credits)  

Instructor: Chad Shomura

Multi-disciplinary survey of contemporary and historical research analyses of the diverse social, economic, political, and cultural facets of African American, American Indian, Asian American, and Latino communities and cultures. Term offered: fall, spring. Max hours: 3 Credits. GT: Course is approved by the Colorado Dept of Higher Education for statewide guaranteed transfer, GT-SS3.

Grading Basis: Letter Grade

Additional Information: GT courses GT Pathways, GT-SS3, Soc Behav Sci:Hmn Behav, Cul; Denver Core Requirement, Social Sciences.

Typically Offered: Fall, Spring.

ETST 2010 E01 -  Introduction to Chicana/o Studies  (3 Credits)  

Instructor: Elizabeth Garcia

This course introduces students to the broad range of the interdisciplinary field of Chicana/o Studies by examining the Chicana/o experience including history, identity, politics, immigration, labor, literature, and popular culture. Term offered: spring. Max hours: 3 Credits.

Grading Basis: Letter Grade

Typically Offered: Spring.

ETST 2155 001 -  African American History  (3 Credits)  

Instructor: Dennis Green 

Surveys the history of African Americans. Study interpretations, and analysis of major problems, issues, and trends affecting the African American population from pre-slavery to the present. Term offered: fall, spring. Max hours: 3 Credits. GT: Course is approved by the Colorado Dept of Higher Education for statewide guaranteed transfer, GT-HI1.

Grading Basis: Letter Grade

Additional Information: Denver Core Requirement, Humanities; GT courses GT Pathways, GT-HI1, History.

Typically Offered: Fall, Spring.

ETST 2155 E01 -  African American History  (3 Credits)  

Instructor: Rachel Harding 

Surveys the history of African Americans. Study interpretations, and analysis of major problems, issues, and trends affecting the African American population from pre-slavery to the present. Term offered: fall, spring. Max hours: 3 Credits. GT: Course is approved by the Colorado Dept of Higher Education for statewide guaranteed transfer, GT-HI1.

Grading Basis: Letter Grade

Additional Information: Denver Core Requirement, Humanities; GT courses GT Pathways, GT-HI1, History.

Typically Offered: Fall, Spring.

ETST 3110 E01, E02 -  Indigenous Studies  (3 Credits)  

Instructor: Junior Reina

Examines how communities in diverse world regions preserve tradition, share knowledge, and respond to influences both within and outside of their immediate environments. Term offered: fall, spring. Max hours: 3 Credits.

Grading Basis: Letter Grade

Additional Information: Denver Core Requirement, International Perspectives.

Typically Offered: Fall, Spring.

ETST 3230 001 -  African American Family  (3 Credits)  

Instructor: Dennis Green

Exploration of the African American family social institution. Emphasis on historical roots and African influence is still enmeshed in the functioning of the family in modern society. Factors responsible for the ability of the family to meet the challenging society. Term offered: spring. Max hours: 3 Credits.

Grading Basis: Letter Grade

Typically Offered: Spring.

ETST 3272 E01 -  Global Media  (3 Credits)  

Instructor: K. Mohrman

Introduction to leading issues in the study of transnational media. The course will focus on the global media environment in the early 21st century, diverse countries, a variety of media, and social issues. Term offered: fall, spring, summer. Max hours: 3 Credits.

Grading Basis: Letter Grade

Additional Information: Denver Core Requirement, International Perspectives.

Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.

ETST 3574 E01 -  Special Topic: Latinx Feminisms (3 Credits)  

Instructor: Elizabeth Garcia

Feminist movement(s) and identities have historically been attributed to white women in the United States. Intersectional feminism has made interventions into the mainstream image of feminism, problematizing and expanding the definitions and identities of feminist activism and activists. The course aims to situate Latina women within feminism by looking at their histories, discourses, and practices through a feminist lens. Through interdisciplinary readings we will explore how Latinas theorize about feminism through their lived experiences; have practical feminist activism and advocate for feminist issues; and articulate Latina feminist identities. 

Grading Basis: Letter Grade

Typically Offered: Spring.

ETST 3697 -  Contemporary Asian American Experience  (3 Credits)  

Instructor: Binh Phan 

Examines the contemporary Asian American experience, including the adaptation of new immigrants or refugees, economic and educational problems, ethnic identity, intermarriage, anti-Asian discrimination and other civil rights issues, and recent political activism. Cross-listed with SOCY 3697. Term offered: spring. Max hours: 3 Credits.

Grading Basis: Letter Grade

Typically Offered: Spring.

ETST 3704 001 -  Culture, Racism and Alienation  (3 Credits)  

Instructor: Dennis Green

The effects of racism on the personality of participants in racist cultures. Term offered: spring. Max hours: 3 Credits.

Grading Basis: Letter Grade

Additional Information: Denver Core Requirement, Cultural Diversity.

Typically Offered: Spring.

ETST 3704 E01 -  Culture, Racism and Alienation  (3 Credits)  

Instructor: Elizabeth Garcia

The effects of racism on the personality of participants in racist cultures. Term offered: spring. Max hours: 3 Credits.

Grading Basis: Letter Grade

Additional Information: Denver Core Requirement, Cultural Diversity.

Typically Offered: Spring.

ETST 4165 / 5165 E01 -  Cultural Diversity Awareness in the Workplace  (3 Credits)  

Instructor: Faye Caronan

This course will analyze the impact and effectiveness of cultural diversity awareness in a variety of workplace settings including educational institutions, businesses, health care organizations, and non-profit organizations. Students will learn how implicit biases and structural inequality impact workplace culture, a work place's productivity, and a work place's ability to fulfill their mission. By the end of the course, students will acquire the skills to advocate for and implement inclusive work place policies.  

Grading Basis: Letter Grade

ETST 4574 / 5574 001 - Critical Race Theory   (3 Credits)  

Instructor: K. Mohrman

This course is an exploration of Critical Race Theory (CRT). Given the recent political conflict over CRT, we will define what it is, examine it's origins in legal scholarship, and how CRT is applied in public policy.

Grading Basis: Letter Grade