Mar 28, 2024  
2006-2007 Graduate Catalog 
    
2006-2007 Graduate Catalog [NOTE!!!! THIS IS AN ARCHIVED CATALOG. FOR THE CURRENT CATALOG, GO TO CATALOG.NIU.EDU]

SOCI 454 - Racial and Ethnic Minority Families


Examination and comparison of the historical colonization, immigration, and assimilation patterns of minority racial/ethnic groups in our society, focusing on the diversity of family life and gender relations within these communities. Attention given to institutionalized discrimination within the United States and the adaptive responses of minority families as they attempt to retain distinct cultural identities as well as access the American opportunity structure.

Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: SOCI 170 or SOCI 250 or SOCI 260 or SOCI 270, or consent of department. Recommended: SOCI 354.

Credits: 3