ECON 125 - Women and Work

Institution:

Simmons University

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Description:

Introduces the history of women in the U.S. economy and contemporary issues concerning women and work. Focuses on similarities and differences among womens work experiences in terms of race, ethnicity, and class. Issues include labormarket discrimination, the wage gap, immigration, welfare reform, and affirmative action. Biewener.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.simmons.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 521-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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