Ethnic Studies
7 courses · Orange Coast College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
ETHS A100 Contemporary Ethnic America
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An examination of contemporary American dominant, ethnic and racial minority intergroup relations from historical, sociological and psychological perspectives. Addresses continuing issues of racism and discrimination. The course will explore the experiences of Native Americans, Blacks and African Americans, LatinX, and Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.
ETHS A105 Introduction to Native American and Indigenous Studies
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course provides students with an examination of contemporary critical themes in the interdisciplinary field of Native Americans and Indigenous Studies. This includes perspectives from history, sociology, psychology, gender/sexuality studies and other fields while applying an American dominant, ethnic and racial minority intergroup relations analytical lens. This course addresses Native American and Indigenous cultures prior to European contact and the continuing issues conquest, displacement, racism and discrimination that impact the lives and realities of Indigenous people groups and communities.
ETHS A110 Introduction to LatinX Studies
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An examination of the historical and contemporary American dominant-minority intergroup relations with the diverse LatinX American groups ranging from the Chicano/Mexican experience, Central American and South American experience and people from the variation of Caribbean Spanish-speaking nations. Exploration of racial, ethnic, historical, sociological, economic, religious, and psychological perspectives. The course addresses continuing issues of injustice, oppression, exploitation, racism, and discrimination.
ETHS A115 Introduction to Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An examination of contemporary critical themes in the interdisciplinary field of Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies. This includes perspectives from history, sociology, psychology, gender/sexuality studies and other fields while applying a American dominant, ethnic and racial minority intergroup relations. This course addresses continuing issues of racism and discrimination that Asian American and Pacific Islander communities face.
ETHS A120 Introduction to Black and Africana Studies
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
An examination of contemporary critical themes in the interdisciplinary field of Black and Africana Studies. This includes perspectives from history, sociology, psychology, gender/sexuality studies and other fields while applying an American dominant, ethnic and racial minority intergroup relations. This course addresses continuing issues of racism and discrimination faced by African Americans and those identifying as Black throughout the African Diaspora communities.
ETHS A150 Ethnic Groups in the United States: Their Histories
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course covers the history of the United States from the pre-Columbian era to the modern day through the experiences of Native Americans, African Americans, Asian Americans and LatinX Americans. There will be a focus on how these racial ethnic groups helped shape the identity and culture of the United States. Additionally, the history of these groups will be analyzed by examining the interconnections of race, class, gender and social power used to struggle against racial hierarchies that created structural inequities in American society. Lastly, this course will examine the goals of the historical social justice movements which continue to combat these inequities. Enrollment Limitation: HIST A150; students who complete ETHS A150 may not enroll in or receive credit for HIST A150.
ETHS A190 The Ethnic Family
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Explores ethnic and racial minority families in the United States from historical and contemporary perspectives. Emphasis on ethnic and racial minority family interaction, child training patterns, dating and relationships, marriage and family life, and the family's relationship to society and community agencies. Considers race, racism, and inequality experiences of US ethnic and racial minorities.