University of Portland Bulletin 2019-2020

SOC 336 Race and Racism in the United States

This course introduces concepts and theories in the sociology of race and racism to develop racial literacy. The course examines how race and racism structure everyday life and shape the life chances of individuals and groups. The course emphasizes historical and contemporary race relations in the US, but comparative analyses of race and racism are also explored.

Prerequisite

SOC 101
  • Up one level
  • 300