GWOS 9 - Sports and Social Justice

    Recent Professors
    Dawn Davis
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    35 students
    Difficulty
    6.5Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4 · CSU GE Area D
    Description
    In this course, students investigate historical and contemporary examples of the role of sports in advancing social justice goals. Athletes and the sports they represent are frequently at the forefront of social justice struggles for inclusion, equity, diversity, and representation related to gender, race, sexuality, and disability. This course introduces students to foundational concepts and key issues in Social Justice Studies in the context of sports and athletics, familiarizing students with multiple forms of discrimination and the potential of sports to advance social justice causes. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online.