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It's
important because knowledge of issues surrounding race and ethnicity
is central to understand the changing face of contemporary society.
By 2030, the U.S. Census Bureau expects the white, non-Hispanic population
to fall from 71.4%, in 2000, to 60.1%, while proportions increase
for African Americans from 12.2% to 13%, Asian Americans and Pacific
Islanders from 3.9% to 6.7%, Native Americans from .7% to .8%, and
Hispanics from 11.8% to 19.4%.
- It's practical
because employers seek individuals who are knowledgeable in the areas
of race and ethnicity.
According to the Department of Labor's 1992 SCAN report: "Increasingly,
workers have to work in teams--within the same function, across functions,
across hierarchical levels, and within supplier-producer-customer networks--and
in a multicultural environment. These features of the work environment
generate the need for skills in both interpersonal communication and
conflict resolution."
- It's an excellent
complement with many majors because the minor emphasizes an interdisciplinary
approach to analysis and problem solving.
- It's flexible
as the minor is shaped by you to reflect your interests.
- It's a fast changing
area of study that is interesting and intellectually stimulating.
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