Story perspectives

SDSU Launches Controversial Course on Workplace Diversity

2/10/2026

Summary

Story summary

San Diego State University (SDSU) launched a course titled 'Ethnic and Gender Studies in the Workplace,' funded by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.
The course aims to help ethnic studies students intern from a decolonial perspective and challenge workplace norms.
Critics say this approach may hinder employability by fostering a mindset that resists conventional values.
SDSU's effort reflects a broader California trend in ethnic studies funding for social justice education.

1 of 1

Story summary

San Diego State University (SDSU) launched a course titled 'Ethnic and Gender Studies in the Workplace,' funded by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.
The course aims to help ethnic studies students intern from a decolonial perspective and challenge workplace norms.
Critics say this approach may hinder employability by fostering a mindset that resists conventional values.
SDSU's effort reflects a broader California trend in ethnic studies funding for social justice education.