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Oct 18, 2024
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SOCY 3365 - Sociology of Appalachia
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction to the Sociology of Appalachia with attention to politics, the persistence of poverty, economic development, and environmental justice in the Region. Students will examine the definitions of and stereotypes about Appalachia, their functions, and their implications for diverse Appalachian identities. Students will learn about the unique circumstances of social problems in the Region in areas such as education, health, criminal justice, the environment, the family, social change, the economy, and other key social institutions. No When Offered: Spring Only Elective in the Social Problems and Collective Behavior cluster
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1110 OR SOCY 2200
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