SOCI 220GA - Race, Gender and Class

Credit(s): 3

Using a variety of sociological perspectives, this course looks at the relationship between race, gender, and class in the United States and around the world. Emphasis is on historical and comparative analysis, distribution of power, conflict and reconciliation, and social change. (Fall and Spring Semesters)

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

Differentiate between race and ethnicity; sexuality and gender; minority and majority groups.
Generate a sociological understanding of these concepts - which includes the idea that these are socially constructed notions.
Describe the origin of minority group status, the significance of the origins of interracial and interethnic contact.
Evaluate the major forms of minority/majority relations including discrimination, segregation, assimilation, pluralism, and separatism.
Interrogate the concept of whiteness.
Demonstrate self-reflexivity and be able to critically interrogate one’s own ideas concerning these issues.
Explain changing demographics in the United Sates and the effect that will have on all aspects of society (the demographic breakdown of our classrooms, neighborhoods, workplaces).