Diversity Class Syllabus
Spring 2026 (Hybrid Format)
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I am so excited that you found my Spring 2065 HSER 330 / PSYC 365 Issues of Diverse Populations class Syllabus (Hybrid Format)! Whether you are already registered or if you are still thinking about it, I hope that after reviewing this syllabus, all of your questions are answered and you make the decision to enroll! Oh, you might be wondering who in the heck is the person who created this syllabus? If you haven't guessed it, that would be me and if you want to learn more about who "me" is, visit About Professor Hokerson to find out more!
Many of the pages will have a table of contents (like the menu above). You can scroll down to read the entire page, or use the table of contents to quickly skip down the page to the content you are looking for.
Everything in this syllabus is very important so please be sure to review all of the information on each page; I encourage you to take as many breaks as you need, so you don't feel overwhelmed. Be patient and I promise you will find the information invaluable!
Navigating this Syllabus
Navigating this Syllabus
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Accessibility and Inclusion
Accessibility and Inclusion
I am committed to ensuring that all students are successful in my class. Click on each commitment to expand and read how I aim to support you.
Accessibility Commitments
Accessibility Commitments
I am committed to accessibility and have put in a lot of effort to ensure that you have full access to my instructional content, including:
Documents are created and remediated using accessibility checker tools.
Accurate closed captions on all videos.
Transcripts and alternate formats are provided when possible.
Images have alternative text descriptions.
Pre-recorded video tutorials include descriptions of visual content on slides.
In-person activities are posted in Canvas after class.
Instructional content is delivered through multimedia (audio, video, visual, and written formats) and in advance (with the exception of Class Activities).
Technical language is explained in simple, everyday language.
Printed and digital copies of most materials are provided.
If however you come across something that is not accessible, please let me know and I will work quickly to fix it. If you have any recommendations to improve the accessibility of my class, please let me know - I want you to be successful and learn!
Inclusion Commitments
Inclusion Commitments
“American River College strives to uphold the dignity and humanity of every student and employee. We are committed to equity and social justice through equity-minded education, transformative leadership, and community engagement. We believe this commitment is essential to achieving our mission and enhancing our community.” This is a core value of ARC and an essential component of this class. ARC Commitment to Social Justice and Equity
I strive to create an environment that honors students’ identities, experiences, and well being. I recognize that students at ARC come from diverse backgrounds and experiences, which enriches our ability to learn from one another. I invite all nationalities, racial and ethnic identities, gender identities, socioeconomic statuses, religious and spiritual identities, sexual orientations, age cohorts, family structures, immigration statuses, and more to join me in this journey together.
During the first several weeks of the course, you will work collaboratively with other students, both in class and through online feedback, to develop class norms that:
encourage thoughtfulness and critical inquiry.
promote listening and perspective taking.
foster openness to sharing of our personal beliefs, experiences, and perspectives.
Ideally, our shared norms create space for us to listen and learn from each other in a way that promotes learning and hopefully makes everyone feel protected and welcome. When needed, I will interject to ensure that these norms are achieving their purpose , without singling out individual. Here are a couple of things to note about these norms:
No student will ever be forced to share or disclose personal information in class.
Our class norms will be a living document, which means if at any time we need to revisit or revise the norms, we will do that.
Registration and Class Information
Registration and Class Information
Please pay attention to the course information below carefully. This course is offered to two different ARC populations; click on the program you are registered to find your specific class information.
Apprenticeship Students Only (Mental Behavioral Health Certificate)
Apprenticeship Students Only (Mental Behavioral Health Certificate)
This course is reserved only for students registered as part of the Human Services Mental Behavioral Health Certificate Apprenticeship Program; this program is no longer accepting students and this course is not open for other students.
Modality: Hybrid (meets one day a week in-person)
Days: Wednesdays
Time: 6:00-7:20pm
Location: Portable Village (by football field), Room 609B (ARC Wayfind can help you get there)
Printable Course Documents (Apprenticeship Students Only)
Printable Course Documents (Apprenticeship Students Only)
Spring 2026 - Syllabus (Google Doc) | Syllabus (Word Doc) | Syllabus (PDF)
Spring 2026 - Calendar (Google Doc) | Calendar (Word Doc) | Calendar (PDF)
All Other ARC Students
All Other ARC Students
This class is cross-listed class, which means you can register in eServices as either:
Course Code: HSER 330 #:10050 or PSYC 365 #: 10067
Modality: Hybrid (50% in-person, 50% online)
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 5:30-6:50pm
Location: Tech Ed West 412 (ARC Wayfind can help you get there)
Printable Course Documents (Hybrid Section)
Printable Course Documents (Hybrid Section)
Spring 2026 - Syllabus (Google Doc) | Syllabus (Word Doc) | Syllabus (PDF)
Spring 2026 - Calendar (Google Doc) | Calendar (Word Doc) | Calendar (PDF)
Important Dates
Important Dates
Semester Start Date: January 17
Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Holiday: January 19
The last day to drop the class for a full refund is: January 30
The last day to drop the class with no notation on your record is: February 1
Abraham Lincoln Birthday Holiday: February 13
George Washington Birthday Holiday: February 16
Spring Recess: March 16 - 22
Cesar Chavez Day: March 31
The last day to withdraw with a W on your transcript is: April 19
Last day to petition for pass/no pass is: May 21
Semester End Date: May 21
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this class about?
Many students who enroll in this class believe that they will be learning about others, or gaining a greater understanding of similarities and differences across different cultures. To the contrary, if you enroll in this class, you will learn much more about yourself, your beliefs, values, and responsibilities in our own communities.
Who should take this class?
There are many reasons why a person would want to enroll in this class, but here are a few:
Graduation/Transfer Requirements:
AA/AS Area V(b)
CSU Area D9 | IGETC Area 41
Human Services or Chemical Dependency majors (this is a requirement)
Personal growth
Social awareness
Community well-being
To be a better human
Why does ARC offer this class?
“American River College strives to uphold the dignity and humanity of every student and employee. We are committed to equity and social justice through equity-minded education, transformative leadership, and community engagement. We believe this commitment is essential to achieving our mission and enhancing our community.” This is a core value of ARC and an essential component of this class. ARC Commitment to Social Justice and Equity
What do past students say about how to be successful in this class?
What do past students say about how to be successful in this class?
Here are the most recent comments from students who have completed this class, when asked what advice they would give to future students:
"The biggest things I would advise future students on is stay on track with assignments. The schedule of tutorial worksheets, chapter quizzes, etc. stays pretty much the same throughout the semester. So if you stay on track with that, you shouldn't feel too overwhelmed."
"Definitely do all your reading and assignments before classes. Show up to all your classes. Interact with class during groups and open share. Be open minded. Take those chapter quizzes as many times as allowed for practice."
"Take the video tutorials and worksheets seriously (like pay full attention to them and put thought into the worksheets). Attend every class you possibly can. Ask questions if unclear on anything. Listen to what classmates share, it can be very valuable."
What supports does ARC offer students?
ARC is committed to helping you achieve your goal and offers a variety of support programs, such as the ones I've linked to below. For a complete list of these programs, visit the ARC Support Services webpage.
If there is anything that I can do to help you successfully pursue your academic goals at ARC, please do not hesitate to reach out to me and I will do my best to quickly and effectively connect you to the services and/or supports that you need.
Get help with all of your technology needs! Learn how to access apps for your classes, computers, internet, and more. You can also reset your password, set up security questions, or contact Tech Support if you have additional questions.
Student Tech Support
Chromebook for Students
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You can use the Patient Portal to make an appointment to see your College Nurses in the Student Health and Wellness Center for TB testing, immunizations, assistance with health requirements for academic programs, and any physical concerns. You can also use the Patient Portal to schedule non-emergent telephonic appointments for employee TB risk assessments, and mental well-being for students.
American River College is pleased to introduce the Beaver Cares Basic Needs Center, located on campus in the Welcome and Support Center. We offer a wide range of services including food assistance, housing resources, and more! The Beaver Cares team believes that any barrier to success that a student is experiencing is a "basic need" and we strive to address them all in-house or by referral.
Problem Resolution Process
Problem Resolution Process
It is important to me that I treat every student equally, when it comes to earning a grade in my class, however I realize that sometimes a student might feel like they have been singled out or treated unfairly. How might you resolve an issue that comes up, if you think that you've been treated unfairly?
I hope that the first step would be to reach out to me directly to discuss the issue and see if we can come to an understanding and resolution that we both can live with.
If you are unhappy with a resolution or if you are not comfortable approaching me yourself, you have a right to report that concern/complaint directly to the Dean of Behavioral and Social Sciences: Matt Wright (916) 484-8283 or WrightM@arc.losrios.edu
I do my best to treat all students equitably but want to be sure that you know how to resolve a concern or conflict if one does arise. If you feel like you still need more information about ARC’s Student Standards of Conduct Guide, please contact the ARC Student Advocacy and Responsibilities office at (916) 484-8465.
Additional Accommodations
Additional Accommodations
If you have a disability, you may qualify for an additional accommodation to facilitate your success, such as extended time on quizzes/exams, special note taking paper, or audio recording devices. Please contact ARC Disabled Student Personnel Services (DSPS) if you think you might benefit from such services. All accommodations substantiated by DSPS will be honored and once you have given me the official DSPS form it can take up to a week to make these accommodations, so please get this to me ASAP.
If you need help connecting with DSPS, I am happy to assist you.
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