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GRMN0415A-F23

Colonialism and Racism

Colonialism and Racism
Racism, the ideology that humans may be divided into separate and exclusive biological entities called “races,” justified colonial exploitation and was the essence of Nazism. In this course we will examine Germany’s short era of colonialism (1894-1918) and its long lasting legacies. Through our analysis of literary and non-literary texts, interviews, documentaries, museum exhibitions and many more, we will discuss the experiences of Black People and People of Color in Germany – during the colonial period, under the NS-regime, in post-war and post- reunification Germany. We will examine colonial traces in street names, monuments and museums, and critically reflect on racisms inherent in language and educational materials. (GRMN 0202 or placement exam) 3hrs. sem.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
92497
Subject Code:
GRMN
Course Number:
0415
Section Identifier:
A

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GRMN 0415

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Fall 2023

GRMN0415A-F23 Lecture (Eppelsheimer)