AFAM 170: Mixed Race in the Us
San Jose State University
Course introduces students to the complex histories, experiences, political influences, and cultural productions of mixed race people, their families, and the communities and society that defined them. Using texts, art, objects, video, and films, students will explore changing social attitudes towards interracial sex and marriage and mixed race identity in the U.S. while also considering the impact of policies, judicial decisions, and legislative acts regarding the social status of mixed race people from colonization and slavery to the contemporary moment. Satisfies GE UD Area: 4.Self, Society, and Equality in the U.S. (Formerly Area S). Prerequisite(s): Completion of Core General Education and upper division standing are prerequisites to all UD GE courses. Completion of, or co-registration in, 100W is strongly recommended. Note: Course must be passed with a C- or better to satisfy the CSU graduation requirement.
Average GPA: 2.86
Grade distribution records: 110 students across 2 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 8 | 7.3% |
| A | 44 | 40.0% |
| A- | 3 | 2.7% |
| B | 24 | 21.8% |
| C+ | 1 | 0.9% |
| C | 7 | 6.4% |
| C- | 1 | 0.9% |
| D | 5 | 4.5% |
| F | 17 | 15.5% |
Based on 110 student grade records across 2 terms and 2 professors.
Instructors
- Wendy M Thompson 71 students, Average GPA 3.07
- Bobby M Seals 39 students, Average GPA 2.46