AMST 250 - Sports in American Culture

Institution:

University of Maryland-Baltimore County

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Description:

An interdisciplinary examination of the role and structure of sports in American culture and society. Topics will include the business of sports, the role of racism and sexism in sports, the structure of high school and college sports, the role of the media in shaping and interpreting sports, as well as a historical overview of the evolution of American athletics.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.umbc.edu

Phone Number:

(410) 455-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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