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One of the University's overarching goals is to infuse the curriculum in all disciplines with diversity including those where traditionally it has been absent. The ethnic studies requirement (ESR) is one of several key elements in reaching this goal. This is a requirement that all students take a 3-credit course that considers ethnic/racial minorities that have been marginalized or discriminated against in the U.S. Because issues of ethnic diversity and religion are often intertwined and cannot easily be separated, courses that focus on religion may, where appropriate, fulfill the ESR.
All courses that the implementation committee approves as satisfying the requirement must provide evidence that the course material illuminates the circumstances, conditions, and experiences of racial and ethnic minorities in the United States.
The university offers numerous courses that meet these requirements. Students should consider their own interests and check with their adviser when deciding which courses to complete. Ethnic Studies courses are shown in the Timetable in the “eBLC” column with the designation “e.”