Legacy Course Catalog
ETHN 340 - Literature By Women Of Color
Effectivity: | 08/27/2001 - Fall 2007 *** @ Purdue Calumet Traditional |
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Credits: | 3 |
Instructional Types: | Lec |
Usually Offered: | fal spr sum |
Short Title: | Lit By Women Of Color |
Description: | This course focuses on literature written in English by women of color living in the United States. Writers included are of Aftican American, Native American, Asian American and Latino/Hispanic descent. The course introduces students to the emerging body of writing by women of color, heightening awareness of these women's literary contributions. English 340 examines some of the cultural differences among these groups, as reflected in the literature. The course also explores obstacles, particularly those related to race, gender, and class, that women of color share. Finally, the course enhances understanding of the experiences shared by women from all cultures. |
Department: | English And Philosophy |
Credit By Exam: | NO |
Repeatable Flag: | NO |
Temporary Flag: | NO |
Full Time Privilege Flag: | NO |
Honors Flag: | NO |
Variable Title Flag: | NO |
Fall 2007 *** indicates the course was still an active course and was transferred to the Banner Catalog effective Spring 2008. This course was not expired Fall 2007.