SO 421 - Seminar on Oppression

Institution:

Stonehill College

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Description:

Three Credits Spring Semester Introduces the concept of oppression. Conditions of oppression to be explored include exploitation, marginalization, powerlessness, cultural imperialism, and violence. Emphasis on the interaction among racism, sexism, classism, anti-Semitism, heterosexism, and ageism, to show the interconnections among oppressions in everyday life. Reading assignments will challenge/encourage the students to take action to end oppressive behaviors and to affirm diversity and social justice. (Previously Seminar on Racism) Prerequisite: SO 101; Recommended: SO 210 or CJ 310 (formerly SO/CJ 306 and SO 311 or CJ 311 (formerly SO/CJ 308).

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stonehill.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 565-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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