SOC 471 - Social Movements

SOC 100, at least junior standing; or consent of instructor. (3)

Use of theory, research and films to examine when and why social movements occur; who joins and who remains in social movements; why movements decline and/or succeed; social movement organizations; challenges, identity, culture and emotions in social movements. Analysis and practice of strategies and tactics: ballot initiatives, using elected officials as lawyers, art as a tool, direct action, media. Graded ABCDE