Critical Ethnic Studies Seminar are in-depth experiences in the study of multiculturalism and cultural diversity in American society and in societies that have impacted American society. Courses expose students to and inform students about the contributions of African Americans, Asian Americans, Native Americans and Latinos to American culture, history, and society.Section Description:This course will explore the impact of Globalization on members of youth communities in the United States and around the world through the use of Hip Hop practices and methods of expression in response to specific economic and cultural forces brought about by global economic capitalism. Included are the roots of Hip Hop in the communities of color in New York in the 1970s, centered around the idea that Hip Hop is connected to traditional West African music making practices. We will explore the multi-cultural aspects of the Hip Hop music and culture, and frame the influence of Hip Hop as a resistance culture in locations around the world, examining sites of cultural expression, identity formation, and social movement activity in Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, Asia, and the United States. The role of Hip Hop in the process of youth of identity formation will be explored as it relates to youth in various regions, specifically, transnational and migratory youth communities. 

Visit Workday to view this information.