This course examines the categories of race and ethnicity, and the way these two concepts help us describe historical trends and modern relations. By the end of the course. Students should have: an in-depth understanding o the origins of race and racism; be able to identify, explain, and apply various sociological concepts and theories pertaining to race, ethnicity, racial oppression; and be able to conceptualize, operationalize, and test a line of scientific inquiry on race.