Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Schedule - Spring Semester 2009
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HUMA 280 001 (CRN: 22713)
POVERTY, JUSTICE, CAPABILITIES
Long Title: POVERTY, JUSTICE, CAPABILITIES
Department: Humanities Division
Instructors:
Meeting: 10:50AM - 12:05PM TR (5-JAN-2009 - 17-APR-2009)
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Seminar
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Section Max Enrollment: 23
Section Enrolled: 5
Total Cross-list Max Enrollment: 23
Total Cross-list Enrolled: 22
Enrollment data as of: 16-MAY-2024 10:04AM
Description: This course provides an introduction to the study of poverty, justice, and capabilities. The course considers theory and policy oriented towards improving human well-being in the US and internationally. Readings address not just material deprivations but also gender, racial and ethnic disparities, health status, education, human rights, and political freedoms. To be considered for the course, please email pjc@rice.edu the week of pre-registration to complete a brief questionnaire. Cross-list: SOCI 280.