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RACIAL ETHNIC FAMILIES IN THE U.S.

HDFS 474
Course Description

Examines the diversity of family life and human development across and within racial ethnic groups in the United States as shaped by race, ethnicity, culture, biculturalism, and the social contexts of history, economics, immigration, and socio-political conditions.

Prerequisties

Sophomore standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

3

Offered

Fall, Spring

Grade Point Average
3.69

-0.53% from Historical

Completion Rate
100%

1.1% from Historical

A Rate
75.68%

8.81% from Historical

Class Size
37

-27.57% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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