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Dec 07, 2025
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HDFS 321 - Diverse Families
Students examine the research on diverse families in the U.S., focusing on Latino, Asian American, African American, Native American, multicultural/multiracial, gay and lesbian, special needs families among other diverse families issues and intersectionality. Students explore how cultural and diverse values and attitudes affect aspects of lifespan development such as parenting, schooling, risk behaviors, dating and relationships, and elder care. Students create culturally competent and responsive approaches to supporting the strengths of diverse families and to overcoming systemic obstacles for optimal growth of individuals and families.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE Area 1A and 1B and 1C and 2 with a C- or better)
General Education: UD4 Social&Behavioral Sciences
University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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