SOWK 3268 - Contemporary Issues in Social and Public Policy

3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

Examines a number of social policy issues and the social, economic, and political factors that influence policymaking and implementation. Provides an overview of the American system of social and public policy with emphasis on social welfare policy including health, education, welfare (income security policy), and criminal justice. Provides theoretically based models for analysis and presentation of social policy in legislative, administrative, and agency arenas. Approved for Compass Curriculum requirement: Inclusiveness (Global/Diversity). Prer., Sophomore Standing. Meets with CRJU 3268. Course typically offered: Fall, Spring