Special Topics in Social Policy (351-0-21)

Topic

Contemporary Issues in Social Policy

Instructors

Cheryl Yvette Judice

Meeting Info

Annenberg Hall 345: Mon, Wed 9:30AM - 10:50AM

Overview of class

In this class, students will explore current topics in social policy.

Topics to include: abortion rights
healthcare inequality
discrimination/social justice
environmental issues
gender issues,
homelessness/poverty
immigration policies
unemployment

Each week students will be expected to research current U.S. policies/laws related to the topic
and submit a brief summary (2 pages) of their research. For the final class project, students will choose one of the topics for a more in-depth research paper.

The class is designed to provide an overview of current social policy issues, equipping students with a broad knowledge base on each topic.