SOC 230 - Jackie Robinson:Race, Sports, and the American Dream

Institution:

Catholic University of America

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Description:

Based on the premise that Jackie Robinson transcended sports, and that his arrival was a defining moment in the history of the United States, this course examines how he transformed the American and political scene as an athlete, civil rights leader, and American hero. The course will explore how Robinson's struggles and accomplishments help us understand current events related to race, sports, and American society. It is, in essence, a study of the remarkable transformations that America has experiences in the last half century. It is also an assessment of where we are now and how far we still need to go to make the "American dream" universally attainable.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cua.edu

Phone Number:

(202) 319-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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