WSP 315 - Redesigning The American Dream

Institution:

Northeastern Illinois University

Subject:

Women's Studies Program

Description:

In this course special attention will be given to environments that support women's needs and enhance the quality of women's lives and the lives of other disenfranchised groups. Design concepts and spatial policies for the creation of shelters for battered and homeless women, innovative housing and neighborhoods that support diverse households such as single person, single parent, inter-generational, dual career couples, mixed income, individuals with disabilities, and families of choice will be developed through class discussions about violence against women, poverty, racism, aging, homophobia, women in developing countries and the changing conditions of work and family life.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.neiu.edu/

Phone Number:

(773) 583-4050

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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