WOST 34000 - Literature By Women Of Color

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Purdue University-Main Campus

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Credit Hours: 3.00. This course focuses on literature written in English by women of color living in the United States. Writers included are Africa-American, Native-American, Asian-American, and Latin/Hispanic descent. The course introduces students to the emerging body of writing by women of color, heightening awareness and appreciation of these women's literary contributions. ENGL /WOST 340 examines some of the cultural differences among these groups, as reflected in the literature. This course also explores obstacles, particularly those related to race, gender, and class, that women of color share. Finally, the course enhances understanding of the experiences shared by women from all cultures. This course is cross-listed as ENGL 340. Not open to students with credit in ENGL 340. Typically offered Fall Spring Summer. 3.000 Credit Hours Levels: Graduate, Professional, Undergraduate Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Regional Campus Only College Course Attributes: Upper Division

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.purdue.edu

Phone Number:

(765) 494-4600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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