Comparative Ethnic Studies at WSU
The Department of Comparative Ethnic Studies offers a unique opportunity to study the social, economic, and political forces that have shaped the historic experience of diverse ethnic communities in the United States over the last 500 years, and that continue to determine our future.
CES embraces interdisciplinary, comparative, and transnational approaches to studying race relations, and the intersectionality of race, gender, class, sexuality, and globalization.
Students taking CES classes not only expand their knowledge of the histories, cultures, and social formation of communities of color, but also develop life skills of critical thinking, writing, textual analysis, and oral communication, all necessary for success beyond the university.
A bachelor of arts and minor are offered in comparative ethnic studies.
CES Guest Speaker »
Tuesday, September 29
Tim Wise, antiracist activist and author, presents a lecture on institutional racism and white privilege, 6:00 PM in CUB Auditorium. More details.
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Mukurtu Archive »
Dr. Kimberly Christen's work has been featured on BBC's "Digital Planet" and on ABC News. She received funding from the Mellon Foundation to complete a similar 'digital repatriation' project for the Plateau tribes.
CES 379 Online »
Dr. Richard King has adapted "Native Americans in Film" as a DDP offering.