SOCI 395: Special Topics in Sociology

SOCI 395-001: Mobilizing for Chg & Justice
(Fall 2026)

01:30 PM to 04:10 PM M

Enterprise Hall 173

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Section Information for Fall 2026

Mobilizing for Change and Justice explores how and why movements for political change and justice have historically emerged in the United States and globally. During the course we will consider How do we understand the concept of justice? Why do some movements employ non-violent strategies while others engaged in violence? What is the relationship between social, political and economic institutions that may constrain human action and human agency to organize for change? What role does repression and state violence play in shaping mobilization for change and justice? How do movements diffuse across international boundaries? and Why do some movements achieve their goals (at least some of them) while others falter? The course will explore theoretical concepts as well as a variety of examples of mobilization for change and justice across time and space, as well as struggles for justice that turned violent. The course includes case studies, lecture, discussions and films. Offered by Conflict Analysis & Resolution. 

Course Information from the University Catalog

Credits: 3

Introduces the research interests of the faculty, offering new courses that reflect current issues not yet incorporated into the curriculum. Offers, in addition, advanced study into topics covered in the standing curriculum. Topics change by semester. Offered by Sociology & Anthropology. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 18 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: SOCI 101
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

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