SHS 217: U.S. Social Problems

Credits 4
Proficiency
WI

U.S. Social Problems explores current, domestic issues through a sociological lens, taking into consideration the sociological imagination and exploring the constructivist approach to the study of conditions. Special attention is paid to societal inequality, including the experiences of racial/ethnic minorities, low-income populations and the LGBTQ+ community. Students will participate in community-engaged learning in order to experience first-hand work being done on the local level to combat issues such as poverty and addiction.

Semester Offered
Offered fall