This course is an introduction to the history and experiences of immigrants in the United States. The class will provide an introduction to major developments in the history of US immigration, historicize contemporary debates, and develop comparative understandings of immigrant experiences. In this class, we will examine the domestic and international context of migration, migrants' encounters with American society, policy responses, and the significance of immigration in American culture.
FILA general education: global dynamics
Prerequisites
FILA-150 or FILA-350EW; and ENG-110
Term Offered
Spring Only