The case for ethnic studies

From: New Straits Times | Date: August 27, 2004| Author: | Copyright information

Debra Chong
New Straits Times
08-27-2004
The case for ethnic studies
Byline: Debra Chong
Edition: 2*
Section: Talk Zone

RECENTLY, Higher Education Minister Datuk Dr Shafie Mohd Salleh suggested that an ethnic studies course be made compulsory in all local universities (and maybe local colleges later on) to foster closer relations among the races. Will this bring Malaysia's multi- ethnic communities society closer together? DEBRA CHONG speaks to students from various public and private universities and colleges.

INTRODUCING an ethnic studies course may in itself have merit. However, it seems ...

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