If you are having difficulty in the course, I recommend that you see me as early as possible during the semester. The goal is to understand the dynamics and character of historical as well as contemporary settlement patterns among American ethnic groups. The course focuses especially on the role that place plays in the immigrant and ethnic experience. Although contemporary human diversity in the U.S. is examined as a product of centuries of interaction among all Americans, particular emphasis is given to ethnic communities of Americans of indigenous, African, Hispanic, and Asian orgin. There will be two midterms and a final examination.
Examinations consist of multiple-choice questions.
Each examination, including the final, is worth 100 points. Scantron form ES-882 and number 2 pencils are required for examinations. The report is worth a maximum of 30 points. On pages 1 and 2, summarize the story. On page 3, select any character in the novel and describe that individual and the role that he or she played in the story.