Race and Ethnicity Relations Class

[AliBeat]

I decided, the beginnning of the semester, to take a Sociology Race and Ethnicity class, and I'm extremely glad I did.

As a white person, I never encountered the racism that other groups encountered, which is bitter-sweet in itself. On one hand, I've always been able to do what I've wanted to do because my race/color/ethnic group didn't limit me, but it helped me instead. On the other hand, I was under the impression that racism was something that happened in the "deep south" or on a rare occasion. (I realize now that this is a naive view to have).

As a result of this class, I've become jaded to the point where acts of racism no longer surprises me. What would surprise me now, are acts of equality. And that's a sad realization for me to me.

However, now that I've realized this, I can acknowledge it and try to educate myself to be more tolerant of all ethnic/racial groups.

**Please don't flame me for this. I realize that race is a very sensitive issue, and I was just sharing something that I felt that I needed to share.**

[mysel21]

Originally Posted by i*Rawr On the other hand, I was under the impression that racism was something that happened in the "deep south" or on a rare occasion. (I realize now that this is a naive view to have).

good for you that you are able to view this differently. i'm currently taking an ethics class and the history around the diferrent races is amazing. i would have to say that i'm glad i signed up for this class also. it has taught me a lot regarding the struggles that everyone has dealt with and continue to deal with.

[BJo]

I majored in Soc. It didn't surprise me. It's a reality that too many people live in denial about.

[Airforcegirl87]

I'm taking the same class! Well its really similar, diversity issues..It is very interesting