SOCIOLOGY 206 - Identity, Community And Democracy

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Connecticut College

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An exploration of the nature of self and identities, how they are shaped, and their relationship to recent trends in the American economy, "community," culture, politicalparticipation and social movements. Special consideration given to early Roman contributions to American governance, to the apparent decline of Americans' participation in civil society, to recent communitarian critiques of liberal individualism, and to how both individualism and community are important to the future of democracy. Prerequisite: One semester course in Sociology or Government or permission of the instructor. Enrollment limited to 30 students. A. Ferrari

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.connecticutcollege.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 447-1911

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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