CRITICAL INEQUALITY STUDIES CONCENTRATION AND MINOR
Critical Inequality Studies will provide a concentration for sociology majors who want to focus their studies in this area, as well as a minor for students outside of Sociology who are interested in this area of study. The minor/concentration will provide students will a broad-based background on intersecting inequalities and systems of oppression, from understanding the historical and social roots of inequalities to learning tools and strategies for addressing inequalities and creating positive social change.
Demonstrate an understanding of and respect for diversity
Describe current empirical patterns of inequality and their effects on peoples’ lives.
Analyze and explain the historical and social roots of contemporary patterns of inequality
Apply sociological concepts and research to analyze the structure and reproduction of systems of inequality
Compare different forms of inequalities such as social class, gender, and race
Recognize the inter-relationships between different systems of inequality
Critically analyze social policies in terms of their effects on inequality and social stratification
Recognize the role of activism in addressing inequalities and analyze how activists have organized against various forms of oppression
| Credits |
|---|---|
Required courses: | |
SOC 2200 Race and Ethnicity | 3 |
SOC 2470 Sex, Gender and Sexuality | 3 |
SOC 2510 Social Movements and Social Action | 3 |
SOC 2760 Wealth, Poverty and Social Class | 3 |
Electives (choose one): | 3 |
SOC 2050 Social Problems | |
SOC 2090 Climate Justice | |
SOC 2095 Environmental Justice | |
SOC 2450 Social Policy and Social Justice | |
SOC 2490 Grassroots: Organizing, Leadership and Social Change | |
SOC 2620 Diversity in Families | |
SOC 3300 Sociology of Medicine and the Body | |
Total: | 15 |