Fall
4
This course provides an introduction to sociological perspectives in the study of sport. It focuses on sport as a cultural and social institution and explores the ways in which sports shape individuals’ identities and are shaped by broader cultural, political and economic forces. Students will examine the intersections of race, class, gender and disability as they analyze the links between sports and the body, fandom, education, violence, the media, exploitation, and resistance.
Degree Requirements
F8