ETHN265 — Transnational Hmong Studies
ETHN 265 - Transnational Hmong Studies ETHN 265 - Transnational Hmong Studies (3 credits) Meets GOAL 7. This course examines the history, culture, transnational migration, and contemporary life experiences of the Hmong people, one of the largest Asian American groups in Minnesota and Wisconsin, and the latecomer in the American racial and ethnic fabric, through a multidisciplinary approach. Students will actively engage the Hmong communities in the area, including Winona, La Crosse, and the Cities. This course will be taught through a series of lectures and classroom discussions, as well as guest speakers, and community service activities, and be taught from an anti-racism perspective, including examining theory, structure, and the practice of colonialism, racism, and power relations embedded in different “versions” history of the Hmong people by “outsiders”, empowering students by validating and acknowledging their everyday experiences and voices, as well as fostering critical thinking and equipping students with anti-racist language and discussion skills. No Grade only. alternate years (usually May term). Course Registration