Ethnic Studies draws from different academic disciplines including History, Political Science, and Sociology. This multidisciplinary approach gives Ethnic Studies scholars opportunities to explore different subject areas and to identify and interpret different kinds of resources. When researching an Ethnic Studies topic, ask yourself: Which subject areas does my research question include? Which databases and call numbers might help me find resources in that area? Is there subject-specific terminology that might help me?
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Association of Ethnic Studies is the oldest ethnic studies association in the United States, the Association for Ethnic Studies (AES) was founded in 1972. A non-profit organization, AES provides an interdisciplinary forum for scholars and activists concerned with the national and international dimensions of race and ethnicity.
Critical Ethnic Studies Committee for the American Studies Association functions to keep the ASA's Executive Council and the association’s membership informed of the current activities, interests, and professional concerns affecting Ethnic Studies programs, departments, and scholars; acts as a liaison among association standing committees; is responsible for liaisons with other ethnic studies organizations, and is responsible for special tasks involving Ethnic Studies scholars and scholarship.