Humanities Arts Cultural Stu 0251 - Black Resistance & Oppressio

Close readings of literature, law, cultural and historical texts, and societal behaviors that concern the racial oppression of black people and black people's resistance to oppression. What forms of racial oppression can be identified in literary, legal, cultural, and historical texts, and in societal practices? When is racial oppression visible or invisible? When are its signs and designs clear, and when and how are they hidden? What language is used to make racial oppression clear or camouflage it? Can concepts such as liberty, diversity, equality, and democracy actually reinforce oppression? How? Who are some thinkers who have addressed these issues and the theme of black resistance to racial oppression? How can their works inspire us; create clarity about the impact of racial oppression? Authors include: Hartman, the Supreme Court, Congress, Warner, Stowe, Nast, Walker, Barnett, Dubois, Garvey, Wright, Riboud, Hill, Morrison, Crenshaw, Cliff, hooks, Malcolm X. Requirements: attendance, discussion, independent projects, research-paper, presentations.

Culture, Humanities, and Languages Power, Community and Social Justice Independent Work Multiple Cultural Perspectives Writing and Research In this course, students are expected to spend ten hours a week of preparation and work outside of class time.