SOC 315 - Wealth and Poverty

Institution:

Antioch University-Seattle

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Description:

Poverty in the midst of plenty is a striking aspect of American social life. Students explore issues of poverty, such as homelessness, what is called welfare reform/repeal and the particular problems of women and people of color. Students seek to understand what changes have brought about the economic struggles of the middle class, such as downsizing. Students also seek to understand how these many changes have resulted in a redistribution of wealth upward. GS; HS; SOJ

Credits:

3.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.antiochseattle.edu

Phone Number:

(206) 441-5352

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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