Course Title:
Social Problems
Course Description:
Analyzes in both empirical and theoretical terms many of the social problems currently facing Americans. Among these are deepening inequality and poverty among working and middle-class Americans, particularly racial minorities, women, and youth; related problems of racism and sexism; growing unemployment; international ecological crisis; deterioration of the health system; crime; and war and militarism. Strategies and political options for solving these problems are considered.
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Repeatable:
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Additional Information:
Approved course: NU Core-Social Science Level 1
Approved course: Arts & Sciences Core-Social World Context
