EDAD 601 - Seminar on Race and Racism in the United States

3 Credits (Summer)
The goal of this course is to explore and critically evaluate theoretical underpinnings of race and racism, race as a social construct, and racism as a mechanism of oppression for people traditionally underrepresented in the United States. Additionally, we will examine race and racism related to White fragility, perceived entitlement, and privilege. Further, we will examine racism through lenses of various institutions such as schooling, criminal justice, and economics. As we examine race and racism constructs and consequences, we will self-reflect and evaluate our own perspectives and develop and informed opinion regarding race and racism impact on society, groups of affected people, and individuals. This course builds on the course discussions in Proseminar in the African American Experience and provides additional context to support social justice initiatives.