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SOC 110 - Lovin’ it? A Sociology of McDonald’s & Everyday Life (First-Year Seminar)

Four Credits
Not Offered 2015-2016

This course examines the historical rise of McDonald’s and the resulting “McDonaldization” of everyday life. We’ll study four main areas of McDonald’s: its economic impact, health and environmental impact, cultural impact, and forms of opposition. Students will focus research and field experiences on four interrelated areas: labor, nutrition, environment, and youth.

Prerequisite(s): Open to First-Year Students only.
Is the equivalent to

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Fulfills the First-Year Seminar and Social Scientific Inquiry Requirement.

Course may be applied to the American Studies program.