Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Schedule - Fall Semester 2023
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PJHC 371 001 (CRN: 15673)
POVERTY, JUSTICE, CAPABILITIES
Long Title: POVERTY, JUSTICE, AND HUMAN CAPABILITIES
Department: Poverty Justice & Human Capab
Instructor: Strassmann, Diana
Meeting: 9:25AM - 10:40AM TR (21-AUG-2023 - 1-DEC-2023)
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Seminar
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Analyzing Diversity: Yes
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Undergraduate Professional
Visiting Undergraduate
Undergraduate
Section Max Enrollment: 30
Section Enrolled: 17 (Reserved + All Others)
Reserved Seats for Fall Semester 2023 Matriculants: 4 (2 Available)
Enrollment data as of: 19-APR-2024 8:46PM
Final Exam: No Final Exam
Final Exam Time:
12-DEC-2023
9:00AM - 12:00PM T
Description: This course provides an introduction to the study of poverty, justice, and human capabilities. The course examines diverse approaches towards improving human well-being in the US and internationally. Drawing from fields ranging from philosophy and economics to history and sociology, readings address material deprivations and inequalities, racial and ethnic disparities, gender, sexual orientation, health status, education, human rights, and political freedoms. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for PJHC 371 if student has credit for HUMA 371/SOCI 371.