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RACE, ETHNICITY, AND MEDIA

CHICLA/COMARTS 347
Course Description

Introduction to the changing images of race and ethnicity in U.S. entertainment media and popular culture. Surveys history, key concepts and contemporary debates regarding mediated representation of ethnic minorities. Critical and cultural studies approaches are emphasized.

Prerequisites

None

Satisfies
Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average
3.46

5.88% from Historical

Completion Rate
94.92%

-2.35% from Historical

A Rate
47.46%

99.6% from Historical

Class Size
59

17.88% from Historical

Cumulative Grade Distribution

Instructors (2026 Summr)

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