SOC S17 - Hate Violence in the Contemporary United States

Institution:

Bates College

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Description:

This course has two components: 1) an examination of hate violence in the contemporary United States and 2) a weekly dialogue session focusing on individuals' experiences with and perceptions of racial, ethnic, religious, gender, sexual orientation, and other forms of bias. The first component offers an interdisciplinary look at hate violence, including its historical roots in the United States, then focusing on issues raised from the mid-1980s to the present. The second component, the dialogue series, provides students the opportunity to discuss their personal and collective experiences and perceptions about bias in a structured environment. Enrollment limited to 25. Staff.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bates.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 786-6000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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