2022-2023 Catalog

PHR 342 Social Movement Protest and Conflict

This course covers theoretical perspectives and research on the causes and effects of social movements. Theoretical topics will include: collective behavior, rational choice theories, resource mobilization, political opportunity, collective identity and the role of mass media. Substantive topics may include: labor movements, abortion rights and anti-abortion movements, civil rights, animal rights, environmental movements, revolutions and new religious movements. 

Credits

3

Cross Listed Courses

Same as IS 342/PS 342/SOC 342

Prerequisite

WRIT 102 or WRIT 201