This is an integrative experience course (IE) designed to examine sport from a global perspective. The purpose of an IE course is to examine a central topic from the perspectives of multiple disciplines. In this course we will use the phenomenon of sport to explore its political, socio economical, historical, cultural, ethnic, gender and racial impact on the world around us. We will also explore the relationship of sports in the context of nationalism, capitalism, business and corruption.
Semester Offered
Spring of even-numbered years