Multicultural Issues in Contemporary America

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Exploration of issues relating to the multicultural community in which we live today. Interpersonal relations and communication. Focus on improving individuals understanding of other cultures and how those cultures impact the American lifestyle. Includes exploration of myths and misunderstandings. Discussion of four specific cultures or sub-cultures from the following groups: 1) African-American, 2) Asian-American, 3) Hispanic- American, 4) Native-American, 5) Middle Eastern-American, 6) European- American, 7) Gay/Lesbian American, 8) Disabled American. 54 hours lecture. ADGE: 4; Transfer: CSU, UC; Cal-GETC: 4.