SOC 421 - Seminar: Oppression

Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2012, 2014

Introduces the concept of oppression. Conditions of oppression to be explored include exploitation, marginalization, powerlessness, cultural imperialism, and violence. Emphasis on the interaction among racism, sexism, classism, anti-Semitism, heterosexism, and ageism, to show the interconnections among oppressions in everyday life. Reading assignments will challenge/encourage the students to take action to end oppressive behaviors and to affirm diversity and social justice. (Previously Seminar on Racism)

Prerequisite(s): SOC 101  and one additional SOC course.
Course may be applied to the American Studies program.
Course may be applied to the Anthropology minor.
Course may be applied to the Gender & Sexuality Studies program.