L.SCW 190 - The Working Poor

Credits: 3

This three-week intensive course will introduce and challenge students to critically think about the economic, housing, social, cultural, and environmental realities of the working poor. Through a hands-on simulation, readings, class discussions, guest speakers, and media presentations, students will gain a foundational knowledge of the history of the working poor in the U.S., the theories regarding causation and reduction, and the grassroots efforts for change as they relate to the social class referred to as the working poor. In addition, students will examine the working poor through Catholic Social Teachings. Students will build on this foundation by developing a specific knowledge of the working poor in the Dubuque community through experiential events and assignments.

Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable