Justice in New Orleans

Catalog description

Taught by ABSW. This course will incorporate travel to New Orleans July 29-August 4, 2018 (tentative dates) as part of the learning experience. Students will study the history of New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. We will participate in rebuilding efforts, meet residents involved in community development, and discuss the intersections of injustice faced by the residents of the Lower 9th Ward. Students will be required to meet July 7, from 1pm to 4pm for conversation around pre-trip readings and discussion of the trip. Students will be required to participate in all activities planned in New Orleans. A final paper will be required on a topic selected in consultation with the professor. Class meets 7/7/18 from 1:00pm-4:00pm at ABSW, and 7/29/18-8/4/19 in New Orleans.