Ethnic Studies papers

A look at two different perspectives of peace as understood and expressed by Martin Luther King.

A look at how polygamy and monogamy is viewed by various cultures, religions and ethic groups in Europe and the USA.

A look how multiculturalism is portrayed in children's literature and how in countries like Canada, the authors of such books for children, seemingly miss the mark.

A review of movies based on Eastern cultures, compared with the reality of real Eastern culture.

A look at discrimination in Dallas from an Hispanic-American perspective.

A look at the role of education in multicultural Canada.

A discussion regarding liberalism as a culture.

A review of genocide, focusing primarily on the atrocities of Rwanda.

A discussion regarding colonialism and nationalism in the writings of Chinua Achebe and Sembene Ousmane.

An examination of Tobias Wolff's "Pharaoh's Army: Memories of the Lost War".

Examines the history of the Arab-Israeli conflict since 1948 as seen through three perspective lenses.

This paper examines the problem of media violence and how it affects the rights of children around the world.

This paper examines the article "Life on the Front Lines" by Vivienne Walt.

This paper answers two specific questions about Indo-Caribbean people and their culture.

This paper explores the complexities of gang violence in urban environments and suggests implementing a strategy that will be void of racial discrimination.

This paper studies effects of racial discrimination in the United States and makes suggestions for the reduction of racism.

This paper provides a cross-cultural analysis and looks at the issue of arranged marriages in Sri Lanka and Japan.

This paper discusses feminist ideology, in particular within the Indo-Caribbean Women's Movements.

This paper studies the plight of Indo-Caribbean women through the tenants of capitalist indentured labor.

This paper defines the hijra women and then looks at the part played by the hijras in Indian society.

Issues of Cultural Fairness in Intelligence Tests

This paper discusses the aspect of racism in 'The Lord of the Rings' by J.R.R. Tolkien.

This paper looks at the Hollywood adaptation of the book "The Color Purple".

This paper discusses Chicago's Inner Districts from 1900 to 1930.

This paper discusses Caribbean popular culture and freedom and looks at pop culture as a means of transgression.

This paper discusses the problem of discrimination and racism within the education system and with regards to the business world.

This paper discusses a proposal for an unlearning racism program for grade 8 students.

This paper discusses the multi-cultural connection of dance presented through 'divine love' in Kathak, Middle Eastern and Flamenco dancing.

This paper examines the black soldier in America at the time of the Civil War and discusses the American society in the mid-nineteenth century.

This paper discusses communication in a world of cross-cultural societies.

This paper discusses the exploitation of East Indian women that migrated to the Caribbean in the 19th century and also looks at how these women adapted to their new life.

This paper examines the Hispanic perspectives on health care.

This paper discusses race and the Canadian Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms.

This paper discusses ethnic integration in modern Malaysia.

This paper discusses the mass genocide of over one million Armenians in the early 1900s.

This paper discusses diabetes within the Hispanic population in the United States.

This paper examines the Civil Rights Movement in Alabama.

This paper analyzes interracial misunderstanding and miscommunication in the film "Master Harold and the Boys".

This paper explores the process of ethical decision-making in the treatment of syphilis.

This paper examines the stereotypes in the film "The World of Suzie Wong" (1960).

This paper discusses Little Korea, an ethnic neighborhood in Toronto, Canada.

A discussion on combating obesity in specific cultures.

This paper discusses religion, specifically Judaism.

This paper provides a vivid portrayal of life in Somalia, eastern Africa.

A look at Maslow's hierarchy of needs, linking African-American adolescent males and college attendance.

This paper examines why stereotypes exist and what their consequences may be.

This paper discusses the mummies of ancient Egypt.

This paper describes Islamic-or Sharia-law, and examines the case of implementing a Sharia court in Canada.

A review of the novel "White Teeth" by Zadie Smith and its implications in a globalized world.

A look at the melting pot phenomenon of the United States of America.

A look at Japanese culture focusing on the teachings of The Buddha.

A discussion of multiculturalism and diversity in the workplace.

An analysis of diversity in the PepsiCo and the Ford Motor Company.

This paper discusses the Philadelphia Dance Company, which is also known as Philadanco.

This paper discusses the social and political contexts of race in British North America, the early U.S., in French St. Dominique and Haiti.

A look at the Haskalah and Hasidic movements of 19th century Europe.

An in-depth analysis of Shinto and its role in current Japanese society.

This paper studies gender and identity formation in Robinson's "Housekeeping" and Baldwin's "Blues for Mister Charlie".

This paper looks at popular culture which is the culture pertaining to the masses.

This paper looks at the U.S. foreign policy towards Southern Africa.

A look at Liza Galby's book "Geisha".

An analysis of fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) and fetal alcohol effect (FAE) on American Indian reservations.

A review of the book "The Middle East" by Bernard Lewis.

A discussion of the takeover and consolidation of China by the Qing Dynasty.

A discussion of the influence of Westerners in China from the 17th century.

This paper explores whether English-only legislation is a viable option in America today.

An in-depth look at African-American males and the correlation between affective disorders, substance abuse and the criminal justice system.

A look at the role of woman in Russia.

A review of pregnancy, HIV and STDs in African adolescents.

An argumentative attempt to prove that Voodoo is indeed a legitimate form of religious practice.

A discussion of the effects of globalization on the world's small language groups and their cultures.

An examination of the Hindu view of marriage as demonstrated through marriage customs and rituals.

A discussion of the history of the Baptist Church in the United States of America and its view on slavery.

A thesis on Maryland's problem with African-American housing discrimination.

This paper reviews current policies and practices to educate bilingual and bi-cultural students.

This paper studies the Roma ethnic group, the members of which are commonly know as Gypsies.

This thesis compares a study of Gypsy folklore to a study of modern newspaper articles about Gypsies, effectively comparing Gypsies' self-perception to the way that non-Gypsies see them.

This paper discusses the history of the Ku Klux Klan.

This paper reviews and analyzes the 1993 novel "A Lesson Before Dying" written by African-American author Ernest J. Gaines.

This paper focuses on the significance of including and implementing culturally diverse lesson plans in America's public school system in which the central aim is to promote an understanding and tolerance for cultures and societies that are different.

This paper analyzes the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict while focusing primarily on the issue of who is rightfully entitled to the parcel of land known as the Gaza Strip.

An analysis and critique of John Hockenberry's memoir, "Moving Violations".

This paper offers an account of Pan-Indian unity movements in the U.S.

This paper looks at Los Angeles history and the Mexican influence.

This essay discusses social inequality between ethnic groups in the U.S. society.

This paper studies the belief that differences between individual races are actually constructed by society.

This paper studies the book 'Orientalism' by Edward Said.

In this paper the recent history of Iraq is examined.

This paper studies U.S. relations with Saudi Arabia before and after 9/11.

This paper contrasts the Greek and American cultures in terms of culture and lifestyle.

This paper looks at the UNESCO MOST Indigenous Knowledge Best Practice program.

Looks at the use of racial mascots or ethnic mascots on college campuses and argues that the practice is yet another example of racism in America.

A look at the actual experiences of immigrants coming to America as compared to the lifestyle image projected by the notion of the American dream.

A look at the obstacles faced by Latin America in its attempt to forge its own identity.

An analysis of the traditional concept of immigrant assimilation into society.

Discusses race as one of the most important structuring mechanisms of American society.

An analysis of media representations of Asians and Hispanics in U.S. films and media.

An analysis of the Chicano experience and identity in mainstream US culture .

Compares and contrasts the Polish-American ethnic group to the Native-American ethnic group.

An examination of how Arabs are portrayed and perceived in the U.S. media.