Cross-Cultural Studies

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Summer 1: May 26–June 29, 2026
Summer 2: June 30–July 27, 2026
Summer Registration: April 7–July 5, 2026

Fall Semester: August 31–December 22, 2026
Fall Registration: April 27–September 6, 2026

Please note: Tuitions listed here are for the 2025-26 academic year, which includes summer courses. Tuitions for fall courses will be announced in June. Students who register for fall courses will not be billed until June, and they will be billed at 2026-27 tuition rates.

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• EC 207 Poverty and Inequality
• EN 204 Contemporary U.S. Immigrant Literature and History
• EN 230 Martial Arts Cinema and its Global Impact
• EN 235 African American Literature
• EN 245 Intercultural Communication
• EN 246 Interpersonal Communication
• EN 257 Major Movements in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean Film
• EN 258 Introduction to Performance Studies
• EN 272 Identity in America: History and Literature, 1865 to Present
• EN 274 Voices of Civil Rights in American History
• EN 279 Women's Writing: 1900 - Present
• EN 335 Working Women in the United States: 1865 to Present
• EN 338 Introduction to Asian American History and Literature
• FI 204 Martial Arts Cinema and its Global Impact
• HA 115 Crossroads: Global Art and Its Histories, 1450-1750
• HA 117 East Asian Art and Civilization
• HA 121 Cities and Civilizations: The Eastern Mediterranean World, c. 3000 BCE-1000 CE
• HA 123 African Art and Civilization
• HA 126 Islamic Art & Civilization
• HA 204 History of East Asian Dress
• HA 206 The Art, Architecture, and Archaeology of Ancient Egypt
• HA 211 Asian American Art and Design
• HA 219 African American Art
• HA 225 Art and Civilization of India
• HA 228 Oceanic Art and Civilization
• HA 239 The History of African Textiles and Fashion
• HA 246 Art and Social Justice in New York
• HA 254 Modern and Contemporary Latin American Art
• HA 271 Japanese Art and Civilization
• HA 331 Contemporary Art and Culture: 1945 to the Present
• HA 344 European Fashion: Ancient Origins to Modern Styles
• MC 200 Mediterranean Crossings: Migration, Integration, and Social Unrest
• MC 201 Mafia Movies: Crime and Corruption in Italian Popular Culture
• MC 208 Paris: Imagined and Real
• MC 211 Brazilian Cinema: Inventing Places and Spatial Myths
• MC 213 Italian Style: Fashion In Italian Culture
• MC 214 Postcards from Italy
• MC 241 Italian American Cultural Studies
• MC 262 Revolution as Spectacle: Mexico
• MC 302 Faire La Cuisine: French Food and Identity
• MC 304 Introduction to Caribbean Studies
• MC 305 Tang Poetry & Calligraphy
• MC 306 Africa: Contemporary Voices in Francophone Culture
• MC 345 Food for Thought: Gastronomy in Italian Literature and Culture
• MC 351 From Modern to Contemporary Latin American Women Writers
• PY 340 The Psychology of Gender, Perception and Self-Expression
• SO 277 Ethnicity, Dress, and World Culture
• SO 301 Luxury: A Socio-Cultural Perspective
• SO 306 Kimono and Fashion: A Socio-Cultural Perspective
• SO 307 Emotions in Society
• SO 309 Tattoos and Body Modification
• SO 313 Cultural Awareness, Design Responsibility, and the Law
• SO 374 Cross-Cultural Studies
• SO 378 Asian Global Popular Culture
• SO 386 Youth Subculture, Identity
• SS 304 Introduction to Caribbean Studies

Cross-Cultural Studies

EC 207
Poverty and Inequality
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00

This course covers the impact of poverty and inequality on individuals in society and how this in turn affects the economic development process of nations. Students will increase their understanding of the varied and complex reasons for the persistence of poverty and inequality around the world. Formerly SS 207. Prerequisite(s): EC 141

EN 204
Contemporary U.S. Immigrant Literature and History
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

This course on contemporary works from the mid-1900s to the present, focuses on history and narratives of U.S. immigrant experience and border crossing. Students consider how migration is reflected in literary and historical narratives among overlapping discourses of place, nation, family, gender roles, cultural hybridity, transnationalism, history and ethnicity. Prerequisite(s): EN 131 or equivalent

EN 230
Martial Arts Cinema and its Global Impact
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

This course introduces representational martial arts films, directors and stars from around the world to investigate the transformation, diversification, ongoing appeal and globalization of this evolving genre. Close attention will be paid to formal and stylistic aspects of films in terms of their historical, transnational, and socio-cultural contexts. Prerequisite(s): EN 121 or ES 129 or equivalent

EN 235
African American Literature
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

This course surveys African American literature from the colonial period to the present. Through reading and analyzing literature in various genres, and presenting their responses orally and in writing, students will identify the social, economic, and political forces that have influenced African American writers from the past to present day. Prerequisite(s): EN 131 or equivalent

EN 245
Intercultural Communication
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

This course is designed to examine the relationship between culture and communication. Students will explore cultural patterns, social power dynamics, verbal and nonverbal communication, and cultural expressions in intercultural interactions. Course content will balance theory and application to examine inclusive and equitable intercultural interactions. Prerequisite(s): EN 131 or equivalent

EN 246
Interpersonal Communication
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

The course examines interpersonal communication processes that shape human interaction to help students learn to become more effective communicators. Students will learn about foundational Interpersonal Communication theories; explore application of these theories in personal, professional, and social contexts; and reflect on their own communication patterns. Prerequisite(s): EN 131 or equivalent

EN 257
Major Movements in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean Film
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00

This course is cross-listed with FI 244. This course is an introduction to major film directors, movements, and genres from China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Japan, and South Korea. Formal and stylistic aspects of films as well as their historical, transnational, and sociocultural contexts are addressed. Students discuss and write critically about East Asian film. Prerequisite(s): EN 131 or equivalent

EN 258
Introduction to Performance Studies
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

This course provides an overview of the field of performance studies, studying its interdisciplinary history (ethnography, queer theory, visual art) through analysis of societal structures and enactment in performance-based activities. By analyzing, attending, and creating performance, students come to understand how performance constructs spectacle and everyday life. Prerequisite(s): EN 131 or equivalent

EN 272
Identity in America: History and Literature, 1865 to Present
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

The course examines the role of literature in highlighting cultural diversity in America after 1865. Students read a comprehensive selection of American literature written after 1865 while interrogating the social, political, and cultural forces that shaped what we see as American identities through a close analysis of major historical developments. Prerequisite(s): EN 121 or ES 129 or equivalent

EN 274
Voices of Civil Rights in American History
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

An examination of the evolution of civil rights rhetoric in U.S. history. Students study civil rights speeches and texts to learn about political, social, and cultural events. Using traditional and contemporary rhetorical theory, civil rights movements and activism by Black/African Americans, women, and the LGBTQIA community are analyzed. Prerequisite(s): EN 131 or equivalent

EN 279
Women's Writing: 1900 - Present
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

This course examines how women writers construct and analyze their identity through literature. The impact of gender, race, class, sexuality, culture, and other aspects of identity are considered by close reading of a selection of writings by women in the 20th and 21st centuries. Prerequisite(s): EN 121 or ES 129 or equivalent

EN 335
Working Women in the United States: 1865 to Present
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00
Online: In state $942.00 Out of state $2757.00

A survey of U.S. history and literature through the lens of working women’s lives and experiences. Students learn the contexts of women's struggle—as well as their contributions—in shaping America as they fought for social and economic justice. Class and racial differences along with political, social, cultural, and technological changes will be examined. Prerequisite(s): EN 131 or equivalent

EN 338
Introduction to Asian American History and Literature
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00
Online: In state $942.00 Out of state $2757.00

This course examines Asian-American literary and historical works by immigrant and U.S.-born authors (1800s to the present). Students examine the role of important socio-political events shaping Asian-American literature, history, and culture in terms of racial difference, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, and class. Prerequisite(s): EN 131 or equivalent

FI 204
Martial Arts Cinema and its Global Impact
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

This course introduces representational martial arts films, directors and stars from around the world to investigate the transformation, diversification, ongoing appeal and globalization of this evolving genre. Close attention will be paid to formal and stylistic aspects of films in terms of their historical, transnational, and socio-cultural contexts. Prerequisite(s): EN 121 or ES 129 or equivalent

HA 115
Crossroads: Global Art and Its Histories, 1450-1750
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

This course introduces global art histories between 1450 and 1750 through a diverse and inclusive lens. Students engage critically with the impact of trade, religion, and colonization on art, identity, politics, and societal values with focus on perspectives from Eurasia, Africa, the Americas, and the Pacific Islands.

HA 117
East Asian Art and Civilization
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

This course introduces the major characteristics and artistic traditions of East Asian countries. Through lectures and surveys, students will examine the historical, religious, and social aspects of these civilizations. Consideration will be given to how East Asian countries respond to the arts of their neighbors, near and far, in comparison with other major civilizations. Emphasis is placed on art techniques and materials unique to East Asian art.

HA 121
Cities and Civilizations: The Eastern Mediterranean World, c. 3000 BCE-1000 CE
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

Students examine the art and civilization of the ancient to medieval eastern Mediterranean (including western Asia) from a non-Western perspective. Illustrated lectures and discussions survey the cultures, societies, and arts of the great urban centers of antiquity up to the Crusades.

HA 123
African Art and Civilization
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

This class introduces students to the art and visual cultures of sub-Saharan Africa, and its contexts within a continent with an exceptionally long and varied history of creativity and artistic production. The course analyzes a series of themes and corresponding case studies in historical framework, paying particular attention to formal analysis, social contexts, and the uses of art in Africa, past and present.

HA 126
Islamic Art & Civilization
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

This course examines the art and civilization of the Islamic world, from the birth of Islam in the 7th century CE/1st century art history to the present. Students are introduced to the religious, philosophical, and sociopolitical contexts that frame the formation of this multiethnic and geographically expansive visual culture.

HA 204
History of East Asian Dress
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

This is a historical survey of East Asian dress focusing on ancient through modern works of art in which traditional or regional dress is represented, and on surviving examples of dress, accessories, and bodily ornaments. Material is studied within the context of art history along with socio-political changes and encounters with outside influences in different periods.

HA 206
The Art, Architecture, and Archaeology of Ancient Egypt
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00

Illustrated lectures exploring the art, architecture, and archaeology of ancient Egypt from the predynastic to the Greco-Roman era. Topics may include religion, funerary practices, and ancient Egyptian attitudes toward gender, race, and cultural identity. “Egyptomania”, and how ancient Egypt has influenced modern film, fashion, and design are also addressed.

HA 211
Asian American Art and Design
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00

Asian artists and artifacts have affected diverse aspects of American art and culture since the nineteenth century. Students explore continuities of Asian artistic traditions beginning in the 1850s and discuss major Asian American artists along with current issues of contemporary art significant to Asian American communities

HA 219
African American Art
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

Surveys diverse African traditions that have contributed to the rich fabric of American life since the 17th century. Students explore the continuities and disruptions of these traditions in art, and analyze concepts of race and racism, from the first moments of slavery through the contemporary era.

HA 225
Art and Civilization of India
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

Introduces major characteristics of Indian civilization through a survey of its traditions of art and architecture. Illustrated lectures survey artistic tradition in relation to historical, religious, and social aspects of this civilization.

HA 228
Oceanic Art and Civilization
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

Students study the art and culture of Oceanic or Pacific Island cultures and civilizations, from the prehistoric era to colonialism to the present. Focus is placed on ceremonial/sacred and utilitarian objects in diverse media and architecture, and the contexts in which such objects were made.

HA 239
The History of African Textiles and Fashion
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00

This course is a survey of historical and contemporary forms of African dress, adornment and fashion. Within a geographical overview of dress, students explore how historically rooted textiles have been reinvented by African-based artists and designers. Emphasis is on manufacture methods, socio-historic contexts, and dress and fashion’s importance as forms of African artistic expression.

HA 246
Art and Social Justice in New York
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00

This course studies social justice as addressed and explored through art, architecture, and visual culture in New York City. Critical investigations and discussion arise from field trips to local art institutions, historical sites, and monuments.

HA 254
Modern and Contemporary Latin American Art
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00

This course surveys Latin American art in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, studying Latin American artists as active participants in an international conversation with their contemporaries, both at home and abroad, resulting in a range of artistic styles and methods unique to the experience of Latin American modernity.

HA 271
Japanese Art and Civilization
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

This course is a survey of the art and civilization of Japan from its prehistoric origins to the 21st century. Students study how Japan created artistic traditions in response to regional and international trends, and adopted new artistic styles through diplomatic relationships with China and Korea. Modernization of Japan within the context of global cultural encounters is discussed.

HA 331
Contemporary Art and Culture: 1945 to the Present
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00
Online: In state $942.00 Out of state $2757.00

An introduction to the interpretation of visual art in relation to international historical developments, with emphasis on late twentieth- and twenty-first-century art. Prerequisite(s): any 100-level HA course

HA 344
European Fashion: Ancient Origins to Modern Styles
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00
Online: In state $942.00 Out of state $2757.00

This course surveys the history of fashion in Europe from antiquity to the early twentieth century in the context of the history of art and design. The historical evolution of fashionable dress for men and women since the Renaissance is emphasized, by means of illustrated lectures, readings and visits to the Museum at FIT and other institutions with costume collections and exhibitions. Prerequisite(s): HA 112 or HA 115 or HA 118

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MC 200
Mediterranean Crossings: Migration, Integration, and Social Unrest
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

This course looks at how migratory experiences through the Mediterranean have been depicted by migrant writers and filmmakers. Students examine selected films and literary texts and analyze them within the context of migratory phenomena. Texts discussed also include short stories, films and documentaries, photography, literary criticism, and popular songs.

MC 201
Mafia Movies: Crime and Corruption in Italian Popular Culture
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00

This course looks at Italian film and television representations of the Mafia. Students view selected films and analyze them within the context of the historical and social development of organized crime in Italy. Texts discussed also include novels, historical studies, film criticism, photography, documentaries, and popular songs.

MC 208
Paris: Imagined and Real
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

In this course, we explore the space that Paris occupies in both the imagination and history. Paris is many things to many people, as evidenced in various genres of literature, painting, photography and film portraying Europe’s most populous city. Students will be encouraged to complement and/or readjust their own perceptions of the City of Lights, based on readings, screenings, and forays into the works of literature and literary expression depicting and representative of Paris.

MC 211
Brazilian Cinema: Inventing Places and Spatial Myths
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00

Students analyze films from diverse periods in Brazilian cinema through a series of places that explore geographic and symbolic spaces in the nation’s cultural imaginary. The City, The Backlands, The Amazons, and the topic of Nomadism are studied considering aspects of Brazilian culture related to race, gender and social class.

MC 213
Italian Style: Fashion In Italian Culture
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00

This course examines fashion in Italian culture from the Middle Ages through the present day. Drawing upon historical sources as well as cultural expressions including literature, film, and advertising, we look at fashion’s significant place in Italian history both as an industry and as an expression of sociopolitical change.

MC 214
Postcards from Italy
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00

Italy's artistic past is often an obstacle to understanding its present. This course looks at four Italian cities in written and visual narratives and explores the connections between people and environments, as well as how Italians deal with industrialization, climate change, migrant labor, mass tourism, and changing socioeconomic patterns.

MC 241
Italian American Cultural Studies
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

An examination of the cultural expression of Italian Americans from the late 19th century to today. Students analyze a wide variety of texts including literature, theater, film, music, and the visual arts, and contextualize the history of Italian Americans within issues of ethnic identity in the United States.

MC 262
Revolution as Spectacle: Mexico
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

An exploration of the cultural context of Mexican Revolution, between 1910 and 1940. Cultural production is examined using interconnected perspectives from critical sources and written and visual archival material. Study of the impact of Mexican literary and artistic revolutionary movements in Latin America and the United States during this period. This course is taught in English.

MC 302
Faire La Cuisine: French Food and Identity
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00
Online: In state $942.00 Out of state $2757.00

This course examines the construction of France’s complicated culinary identity, the power of its influence, and its struggle to remain relevant. Students explore a variety of French and Francophone texts such as recipes, cookbooks, etiquette guides, menus, articles, restaurant reviews, works of fiction, autobiographies, plus documentaries and films. In English.

MC 304
Introduction to Caribbean Studies
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00
Online: In state $942.00 Out of state $2757.00

Introduction to Caribbean Studies introduces students to the Caribbean region and societies with an emphasis on their history, sociology, politics, and cultures. Systematically reflecting on the relevance of the past to the present, students will explore current global trends and their impact on the Caribbean region and its diaspora.

MC 305
Tang Poetry & Calligraphy
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00

This course introduces students to Chinese calligraphy and poetry during the Tang period (618-907 CE), the golden age of Chinese art and culture. Students develop extensive knowledge of the classical tradition of Chinese language and literature, an understanding and appreciation of Chinese thought and culture and their place in the broader East Asian cultural ecology since the Middle Ages.

MC 306
Africa: Contemporary Voices in Francophone Culture
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00

This course explores cultural contributions to an Africa rising in the Francophone region. Students examine the shift from center-periphery models to Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o’s globalectics, analyzing how film, literature, music, fashion, pop culture, and visual arts generate knowledge about Burkina Faso, Guinea, Mali, Niger, Senegal, and their diasporas.

MC 345
Food for Thought: Gastronomy in Italian Literature and Culture
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00
Online: In state $942.00 Out of state $2757.00

An overview of italian literature reveals how, through food, Italians have affirmed and defended their cultural heritage. Utilizing an analysis of influential literary texts, students examine the historical evolution of Italian cuisine from the excesses of the Roman table to today’s ‘slow food movement’ and Taught in English. Prerequisite(s): EN 131 or equivalent

MC 351
From Modern to Contemporary Latin American Women Writers
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00
Online: In state $942.00 Out of state $2757.00

An introduction to Latin American literature written by women. Using the lens of sociopolitical realities on the Latin American continent, students critically examine work created in diverse genres. Course is taught in English.

PY 340
The Psychology of Gender, Perception and Self-Expression
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00

Through critical engagement with psychological theories of gender and cognition, this course challenges students to think how gender affects our sense of self, how we communicate that self, and how others perceive us. It encourages students to imagine new possibilities for how we embody our identity and interact based on fashion. Formerly SS 340. Prerequisite(s): PY 131

SO 277
Ethnicity, Dress, and World Culture
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00

This course introduces students to the sociocultural meanings of ethnic dress. Students examine case studies from non-Western cultures to understand how dress reflects the values and beliefs of traditional cultures, and how ethnic dress has become integrated into today's fashions. Formerly SS 277.

SO 301
Luxury: A Socio-Cultural Perspective
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00

This course introduces students to a sociological analysis of the idea and the practice of “luxury” from Western and non-Western perspectives, and they also learn how luxury, as a social arrangement that is related to high culture, is produced, reproduced, and maintained by various institutions around the world. Formerly SS 301.

SO 306
Kimono and Fashion: A Socio-Cultural Perspective
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00

This course studies the multifaceted history and symbolic nature of Japanese kimono in relation to the social categories of class and gender and explores a wide range of conventional kimono variations in addition to distinct kimono worn by those in specific cultural contexts, such as Geisha, Maiko, and Kabuki actors. Formerly SS 306.

SO 307
Emotions in Society
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00

How are our emotions shaped by society? This course examines sociological theories and research on why we feel what we feel, applying these to social issues such as capitalism, climate destruction, racial injustice, and war to examine shame, pride, sympathy, denial, happiness, and trauma. Students examine their own emotions in order to experiment with thinking more critically about both their own lives and society as a whole. Formerly SS 307.

SO 309
Tattoos and Body Modification
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00

This course examines tattoos and various types of body modification, such as facial piercing and scarification, primarily in Asian, Southeast Asian and Polynesian cultures. Students are introduced to ethnographic studies on tattoos and other corporal adornment practices and learn how the biological human body is transformed into a social canvas. Formerly SS 309.

SO 313
Cultural Awareness, Design Responsibility, and the Law
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00

This course investigates the legal, financial, and social implications of cultural appropriation and the misuse of cultural property. Various indigenous and cultural groups ranging from the Wixáritari people of Mexico to the hip-hop community are examined. Students develop strategies of how to responsibly design and collaborate with different cultural groups. Formerly SS 313.

SO 374
Cross-Cultural Studies
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00
Online: In state $942.00 Out of state $2757.00

This course provides conceptual and practical knowledge of the cultures, economies, histories, and institutions of societies outside of Europe and the USA, such as Japan and India. Students are introduced to the range of cultural differences and are prepared to adapt to these differences as they move into international arenas.

SO 378
Asian Global Popular Culture
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00
Online: In state $942.00 Out of state $2757.00

Students examine the global production, consumption, and reproduction of popular culture products in Asian countries, such as Korea, Japan, and India. Cultural products such as films, television sitcoms, pop music, comic books, and animation from South and East Asian societies are examined from historical and contemporary local and global perspectives and analyzed using social scientific tools and methodologies.

SO 386
Youth Subculture, Identity
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00
Online: In state $942.00 Out of state $2757.00

This course explores youth subcultures, in relation to gender, race and class identity. Students are introduced to various case studies of youth subcultures around the world, including Goth, Punk, and Lolita, and analyze how their values, norms, attitudes and beliefs are reflected on their styles.

SS 304
Introduction to Caribbean Studies
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00
Online: In state $942.00 Out of state $2757.00

Introduction to Caribbean Studies introduces students to the Caribbean region and societies with an emphasis on their history, sociology, politics, and cultures. Systematically reflecting on the relevance of the past to the present, students will explore current global trends and their impact on the Caribbean region and its diaspora.

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