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Anti-Racism II

University of Colorado Boulder

Join the Anti-Racism II course to delve into the historical and linguistic foundations of race and racism in the United States. This intermediate course will equip you to apply the theory of Intersectionality to your personal experiences and evaluate the role of race and racism in your life, family, and community.

Throughout the course, you will critically engage with leading scholars and activists in the field through short interviews. You will explore topics such as settler colonialism, toxic masculinity, linguistic constructions of race, and the complexities of intersectionality. The course culminates in a final project where you will construct and carry out your own personalized interview, testing your dialogic skills and emphasizing the importance of intimate conversations about race, gender, and sexuality.

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Anti-Racism II
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Anti-Racism II offers a comprehensive exploration of historical constructions of race and racism, linguistic constructions, intersectionality, and creating dialogues. The course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to critically engage with these vital topics.

Historical Constructions of Race and Racism

Welcome to Anti-Racism II, where you will delve into historical constructions of race and racism. This module includes engaging with scholars and activists, exploring settler colonialism, toxic masculinity, and the 1619 Project.

Linguistic Constructions of Race and Racism

In this module, you will explore linguistic constructions of race and racism, including interventions in racist terminologies, discussions on the "Model Minority," and personal accounts of linguistic racism. Additionally, you will critically engage with the complexities of race language and ethnic identities.

Interpreting Intersectionality

Delve into the theory of Intersectionality in this module, examining transnational identities, the politics of identity and criminology, and intimate discussions on intersectional identity. You will have the opportunity to remix your reality through an exploration of intersectionality.

Create a Dialogue

This module focuses on creating a dialogue around race and racism. You will explore solutions, remedies, and ideas for dismantling hegemonic systems. The course culminates in a final project where you will create and carry out your own personalized interview.

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