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SOC 435 - Sociology of (Im)migration

(3 units) CO10, CO13
Analysis of historical and contemporary migration and the long-term consequences throughout the world and with a particular focus on the United States.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Prerequisite(s): General Education courses (CO1-CO3) completed; at least 3 courses from CO4-CO8 completed; Junior or Senior standing; SOC 101  or GRI 103  or GRI 201  or ETS 150 .

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. identify different factors that lead to migration as well as the types of migration.
2. describe, interpret, and critique the main migration arguments and theories of incorporation.
3. explain the varied experiences of first and second generation (the children of immigrants) immigrants and immigrant communities.
4. describe the history of American immigration policy.
5. demonstrate an understanding of how immigration and immigration policy relate to national identities, citizenship, and racial formations.


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