EGS180 — Histories and Cultures of Oceania
EGS 180 - Histories and Cultures of Oceania EGS 180 - Histories and Cultures of Oceania 5 Credits This course examines the historical and contemporary experiences of Pacific Islanders or peoples from Oceania mainly in the U.S and their relationship to the broader diaspora. Topics include but are not limited to the meaning and significance of Oceania and Oceanic identity, the impact of colonialization on religion and education, and struggles for sovereignty and social justice. We will use various sources of knowledge, including oral histories, poetry, music, and other scholarly work to understand these topics. Fees Quarters Typically ummer Day Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve All students Active Date 20200401T13:21:17 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Lecture 55 Total Degree Distributions: AA Diversity & Globalism Social Science Area I Course Outline What is Oceania? Who are Oceanic peoples? U.S. Annexation and Colonization of the Pacific Early Struggles for Sovereignty and Social Justice Religion and Spirituality Immigration and Diaspora Intergenerational Relationships Labor and Health Community Organizing and Political Advocacy in the 21 st Century Student Learning