0510-443 - Immigrants in the United States

Institution:

Rochester Institute of Technology

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Description:

This course considers cultural, social, economic, and political issues concerning immigrants in the United States. We read and watch films about a variety of different immigrant groups, ranging from East Asian Indians in California, to Arabs in Michigan, Sudanese in Minnesota, Brazilians in New York City, and Haitians in Florida. We look at the causes and historical patterns of migration, and the kinds of jobs that immigrants have filled in the economy, everything from migrant farm worker to software engineer. We read about how immigrants adapt within the American cultural landscape; connections with the homeland; current debates in immigration law; and how immigration has changed since 9/11. Part of the sociology/anthropology concentration and minor. It may also be taken as an elective. (0510-210, 0515-210 or equivalent) Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rit.edu/

Phone Number:

(585) 475-2411

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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