American Social Issues: Problems and Challenges

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Advisory: Completion of SOC 101. This course is designed to acquaint the student with the major social issues and problems facing contemporary American society. This course focuses on the origins, sustaining causes, implications, and possible solutions to societal issues. While emphasis will be on the national level, substantial input will also be placed on local and international events and situations. Emerging concepts such as globalization will also be addressed. (C-ID: SOCI 115) (UC, CSU, AVC) (GE: IGETC Area 4, CSU Area D, AVC Area B)