ANTH 270

This course is a critical introduction to the area of race and ethnic relations within the Canadian context. In particular racism, inequality, and the social construction of racial and ethnic categories and identities will be examined. The student will develop an awareness of competing conceptual definitions and theoretical interpretations of racism, examine controversies about the extent and meaning of racism in Canada, and investigate how the process of racialization occurs within institutions such as education, the media, and the criminal justice system. Course material will draw upon a variety of historical and contemporary sources, cases, and examples, particularly those relevant to the Fraser Valley. Note: This course is offered as SOC 270, ANTH 270, and MACS 270. Students may take only one of these for credit. -- Prerequisite -- One of SOC 101, ANTH 102, MACS 130, or LAS 200 -- Corequisite -- None. -- Pre or Corequisite -- None. Section information text: This course is offered as ANTH/MACS/SOC 270. Students may only take one for credit. Note: Room assignment TBD.