Academic Catalog 2023-24

HCS 3160 Foundations: American Pluralism

An interdisciplinary examination of the multicultural fabric of American society and the ideas that shape our nation. While honing essential skills for academic success, this course critically examines the central socio-cultural issues of American Cultural Pluralism through close reading of historical documents, essays, narratives, speeches, and poems. Student research, textual analysis, essay writing, journaling, oral presentations and in class discussions sharpen critical thinking skills and foster reflection upon the role an educated individual plays in our society. This course reinforces Dominican’s liberal arts tradition and four educational ideals of study, reflection, community, and service. Prerequisite or Corequisite is ENGL 1003. (Adult Degree Completion Program only).

Credits

3.00 units