SOC 295 - Sociology of Black America

Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
A sociological analysis of how the present status of African-Americans is influenced by past practices, customs and traditions. The sociological status of early African-Americans and various sociological problems in the transition from slavery to freedom also are considered. In addition, the role of politics, religion, the press, the black family and social stratification, housing, war-time activities, crime, and institutional problems will be analyzed.