Mar 29, 2024  
Mansfield University 2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
Mansfield University 2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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HON 3005 - WHAT IS FAIR?


This course explores the reasons why and ways in which situations of injustice arise. Questions examined in the course may include: What are the causes and consequences of prejudice? How do we conceptualize fairness, equality, and justice? Why is there an inherent social categorization, an “us v. them” mentality? Can literature serve as a vehicle for social change? What does it mean to be invisible? What constitutes “privilege?” Who decides what constitutes social justice?  How can we increase awareness of social injustice? What are our personal and collective responsibilities to affect positive change in eradicating social injustices?

Prerequisites & Notes: Honor status, 30 earned credits, or professor permission.

Credits: 3cr



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