Chow/Santa Ana ICS 21/EWRT 1A LinC Fall 2014

“We should not be defined by the smallness of our islands, but by the greatness of our oceans. We are the sea, we are the ocean, Oceania is us.” ~Epeli Hau’ofa

De Anza College Fall 2014

Intercultural Studies (ICS 21)

Introduction to Pacific Islander History and Culture

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Hybrid EWRT 1A

Composition & Reading(9 units/satisfies GE/ICS requirements);

Class meets M-Th 10:30 AM-12:20 PM in Room L25 and 1 hour online required (for Hybrid EWRT 1A)

REQUIRED TEXTS/READINGS:

1) Borja-Navarro, Keri Ann, Richard Benigno Cantora, Andrew Fatilua Tunai Tuala, and David Gaoupu Palaita. Matamai2: Intersecting Knowledge across the Diaspora (Volume 2). CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2012

2) (Additional Articles/Readings will be uploaded via Course Studio)

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Instructors: Anthony (Tony) Santa Ana (ICS 21)

Karen Chow (EWRT 1A)

Office: Tony: Multicultural Center

Karen: F11-K (408) 864-5763

Office Hours: Karen & Tony: Thursdays 1:00-2:00 in MCC and by appointment

Karen: Mondays & Wednesdays 12:30-1:30 F11-K

Contact: santaanaanthony@fhda.edu & chowkaren@fhda.edu

Chow/Santa Ana ICS 21/EWRT 1A LinC Fall 2014

“We should not be defined by the smallness of our islands, but by the greatness of our oceans. We are the sea, we are the ocean, Oceania is us.” ~Epeli Hau’ofa

Course Description:

An interdisciplinary introduction to and survey of the Pacific Islander/American in the United States. Emphasis will be placed on history and contemporary issues in Pacific Islander/American communities. An examination of intergroup (e.g. Native Hawaiian, Samoan American, Tongan, Filipina/o American, Native American, Chamorro, Fijian, Maori, Tahitian, Melanesia, Micronesia, Polynesian, etc.) and intra-group challenges within today's ethnic communities. We will practice and refine reading, writing, viewing and critical thinking skills, cooperative group work and presentation skills while deepening our understanding of the Pacific Islander experience.

Student Learning Outcomes:

SLO (1): Analyze and compare the patterns of social culture and values that have framed the experiences of Pacific Islanders in the U.S. and broader diaspora. SLO (2): Analyze and compare the impact of European and U.S. colonialism on Pacific Islander communities and identities. SLO (3): Analyze, compare, and apply the Oral Storytelling Tradition to Pacific Islander lives in the U.S.

Requirements:

Attendance & Class Participation (both) 20% BothOral His/Herstory Presentation (both) 20% BothJournal Responses/Reflection (both) 20% BothIn-class Essay (EWRT 1A) 10% EWRT 1AOut of class Essays (one; EWRT 1A) 10% EWRT 1AGuided Research Paper (both) 20% BothFinal (ICS 21) 20% ICS 21

Grading:

90% or above=A80-89% =B70-79% =C60-69% =DBelow 60% =F

Class Policies:It is the instructors’ expectation that you are interested in the material and have a desire to engage in the material. Please know that this class is a discussion based and reading intensive class. Therefore, we anticipate you will take responsibility for your education. This means you are to attend class regularly and on time, respect the topic,

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Chow/Santa Ana ICS 21/EWRT 1A LinC Fall 2014

“We should not be defined by the smallness of our islands, but by the greatness of our oceans. We are the sea, we are the ocean, Oceania is us.” ~Epeli Hau’ofa

instructors, and fellow students, keep up with the readings, participate in the discussions, and come to us with concerns before they become big problems.

It also means that you are responsible for the following things: checking your syllabus/Course Studio for readings assignment due dates; regularly to make sure you have not missed important announcements; letting me know as soon as possible if you have an emergency situation; making sure you sign the attendance sheet each day; obtaining notes from another student when and if you miss class; keeping track of your own attendance; and saving all of your assignments in the event of a grade discrepancy.

Add/DropIt is the student’s responsibility to pay close attention to the college’s add/drop deadlines. Sunday, October 5: Last day to drop for a full refund or creditSunday, October 5: Last day to drop a class with no record or grade.Friday, October 17: Last day to request pass/no pass. Friday, November 14: Last day to drop with a “W”.

Late Papers:Late papers will not be accepted 5 days after its due date and 5% will be deducted from the original grade, unless consulted and made arrangements with the instructor.

Academic Integrity: Policies on Cheating and Plagiarism:Anyone found cheating on an exam or plagiarizing (copying material without reference or credit) will be given an “F” on that assignment or exam.

Students with Special NeedsStudents with special needs who require reasonable accommodations are encourage to contact the instructor. The Disability Programs and Resource Center (http://www.deanza.edu/dsps/) is available to facilitate the reasonable accommodation process. DSS Location: SCS 41Phone: 408.864.8753TTY: 408.864.8748

Extra HelpStudents are highly encouraged to seek help from the instructor. We highly encourage you to stop by our office hours or email me if you have any questions. Our Peer Mentors will be available in class and out of class to help you. Tutoring and writing assistance is found at the Student Success Center. http://www.deanza.edu/studentsuccess/STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER Building: ATC 3rd Floor and S43

CONTACTSDiana Alves De LimaPhone: 408.864.8485

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Chow/Santa Ana ICS 21/EWRT 1A LinC Fall 2014

“We should not be defined by the smallness of our islands, but by the greatness of our oceans. We are the sea, we are the ocean, Oceania is us.” ~Epeli Hau’ofa

Melissa Aguilar Phone: 408.864.5422

Electronic Use:Laptops and tablets may be used for class-related purposes only. Please refrain from using your smart phones unless we intentionally use them for class-related purposes. If there is an abuse of our tolerance (e.g. incessant texting)

Attendance & Class Participation:Help to build a supportive classroom community by attending regularly, being on time, preparing for class, sharing thoughtfully and respecting classmates’ opinions. After four absences, one letter grade may be deducted (e.g. from B to a C) from the course grade or you may be dropped from the course. Two lates, &/or leaving more than 10 minutes early, will equal one absence. Email professors Karen, Tony, or Peer Mentors if you need to be absent and it is your responsibility to consult with your classmates for missed class material/information.

ASSIGNMENTS: Oral His/Herstory Presentation (both):Each student will document and present information about their family’s migration story to the United States. A brief 5 minute (maximum) presentation about your research to the class is necessary. (Video, Skit, Poem, Song, Multimedia, Pictures, etc…)

Journal Responses/Reflection (both):Each student will submit one page maximum response journals of the weekly readings. This is a “free for all” response so be creative and includes a short 1 paragraph summary of the main ideas at the start. The professors are interested in your unique thoughts. These are due on Monday of each week. Here are some guiding questions for you to consider as you write your journal response:

• How did it make you feel?• How does this information pertain to your life?• How does it connect to other class discussions/information/readings?

In-Class & Out-of-Class Essay (EWRT 1A):You will write one in-class essay and one out-of-class essay that counts toward EWRT 1A credit. Each essay will be 4 pages long and

Guided Research Paper (both):Each student will submit a 6-8 page paper researching information relevant to the class about a topic that was not fully covered in the course extensively or even something that was not covered at all. The paper should be enlightened about the topic, to arouse some critical and meaningful relationship to the topic, and to find out why the topic is important. A group presentation of your research paper is mandatory at the end of the quarter. This

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Chow/Santa Ana ICS 21/EWRT 1A LinC Fall 2014

“We should not be defined by the smallness of our islands, but by the greatness of our oceans. We are the sea, we are the ocean, Oceania is us.” ~Epeli Hau’ofa

assignment will be broken down into 3 parts with individual due dates for each part: 1) Annotated Bibliography; 2) 2-page Proposal of Topic; 3) Final Research Paper (Please confirm your topic with the Instructor)

• Queen Lili'uokalani, last monarch & sovereignty activist (Hawai'i)• Princess Ka’iulani, sovereignty activist (Hawai’i)• Kumu Hina, teacher & transgender activist(Hawai’i)• Carlos Bulosan, writer & labor organizer (Philippines)• Sia Figel, writer, poet (American Samoa)• Ben Teo, teacher & community organizer(American Samoa)• Dr. Vena Sele, transgender activist (Samoa)• Albert Wendt, writer & professor (Samoa)• E. Zekiel, political graffiti artist(Tonga)• Epeli Hau'ofa, writer & professor, (Tonga)• Andres Bonafacio, revolutionary leader (Philippines)• Tereisa Teaiwa, professor & poet (Tahiti)• Keith Camacho, professor (Guam)• Joseph Certeza, educator, artist, community activist & De Anza alum (Guam) • Linda Tuhiwai Smith, professor & community activist(Aotearoa/NZ)• Shamima Ali , political activist and women's rights campaigner (Fiji)

• Sharon Baghwan-Rolls , political activist and women's rights campaigner (Fiji)

• Angie Heffernan , political activist (Fiji)

• Jiko Luveni , dentist and AIDS campaigner (Fiji)

• Anirudh Singh , opposed the imposition of the 1990 constitution (Fiji)

• Suliana Siwatibau , political activist (Fiji)

Final (for ICS 21 credit):Part 1: Each student will fill out in-class self-evaluation of their performance.Part 2: Each student will take an in-class examination (open-ended questions) that pertain

to the course information and material.

Extra Credit: Student’s can propose an extra credit idea and must be done in consultation with the instructor. Each student must submit summary response and a picture taken at the event.

Opportunity Confirmed Dates:• SJSU Akbayan’s RAAP Conference: October 11th from 9 AM-5 PM (SJSU)• Jeff Chang: Thursday, October 23rd from 7:00-8:30 PM (MACLA)• Empire of Funk: Filipin@s in Hip Hop October 30th from 7-10 PM (Edenvale

Community Center)

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Chow/Santa Ana ICS 21/EWRT 1A LinC Fall 2014

“We should not be defined by the smallness of our islands, but by the greatness of our oceans. We are the sea, we are the ocean, Oceania is us.” ~Epeli Hau’ofa

Tentative Course Schedule: (subject to change at instructors’ discretion; it is important for you to be present every class

to be updated on any changes)HW: means Homework that is DUE the next day unless otherwise notedRDG: means Reading that you need to FINISH before next day’s class unless otherwise noted

Monday (Karen & Tony)

Tuesday (Tony) Wednesday (Karen)

Thursday (Tony & Karen)

Week 1

9/22-9/25

Introduction to Pacific Islander Studies Oceania and Pasefika

Writing Lab (AT307)

RDG: Hauʻofa, Epeli, “Our Sea of Islands” (CS)

In-class writing diagnostic

Week 2

9/29-10/2

Pacific Islander Family/Oral His/Herstories

Student Oral His/Herstories Presentations

Writing Lab (AT307 only to 12)

Student Oral His/Herstories Presentations

Student Oral His/Herstories Presentations

Week 3

10/6-10/9

Contemporary IssuesRDG: 1) Hanauni-Trask, Kay. “Lovely Hula Hands: Corporate Tourism and the Prostitution of Hawaiian Culture” (online link)RDG:2) Teiwa, “Bikinis and Other S/pacific N/oceans” (CS)

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Writing Lab (AT307)

Week 4

10/13-10/16

Contemporary Issues pt. 2RDG:Pennycook, “global noise global englishes” (CS)Kumu Hina film??

Writing Lab (AT307)

Delano Manong Screening

Lorenz Dumuk, Guest Speaker

Week 5

10/20-10/23

Militarization/Nuclear TestingRDG:Alexander. “Militarization and Identity on Guahan/Guam:Exploring Intersections of indigeneity, gender and security” (CS)

Writing Lab (AT307)

SKYPE with Joey Certeza (Guest Speaker)

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Chow/Santa Ana ICS 21/EWRT 1A LinC Fall 2014

“We should not be defined by the smallness of our islands, but by the greatness of our oceans. We are the sea, we are the ocean, Oceania is us.” ~Epeli Hau’ofa

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Week 6

10/27-10/30

Missionaries/ChristianityRDG: Yengoyan, “Christianity in the Pacific”

Writing Lab (AT305)

Week 7

11/3-11/6

Spanish American WarRDG: Pinguel, “Reframing the Spanish-American War in the History Curriculum”

In-class Essay Guest Speaker: Melissa Nievera

Week 8

11/10-11/13

Veteran's Day Holiday—no class

Writing Lab (AT305)

Colonialism/ ImperialismRDG: Smith & Jones, “The Cultural Landscapes of the Pacific Islands” ICOMOS 2007

Guest Speaker: Gigi Miranda (Google Hangouts) “Political, Cultural Health Presentation about Food & Land”

Film “Noho Hewa”

Week 9

11/17-11/20

Resistance Movements/ SovereigntyRDG:

Oceania Celebration (Conf. Rm B)

Film “Tongues of Heaven”

Week 10

11/24-11/27

Decolonization/Indigenous ResearchRDG: Smith, “Decolonizing Methodologies”Laneui, “Process of Decolonization”

RDG: Thaman, “Decolonizing Pacific Studies: Indigenous Perspectives,

Jonathan Relucio, guest speaker (Indigenous/Ancestral Wisdom)

Thanksgiving Holiday—no class

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Chow/Santa Ana ICS 21/EWRT 1A LinC Fall 2014

“We should not be defined by the smallness of our islands, but by the greatness of our oceans. We are the sea, we are the ocean, Oceania is us.” ~Epeli Hau’ofa

Knowledge, and Wisdom in Higher Education”

Edmundo Norte, guest speaker (Decolonization)

Week 11

12/1-12/4

SolidarityRDG: United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples

Final Study Review

Student’s Research Paper Presentations

Student’s Research Paper Presentations

Week 12

12/8

Student’s Research Paper Presentations

Class Party Final Exam: 9:15 AM-11:15 AM

NO CLASS

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