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2025 Fall > UGRD > ECON > ECON 343

The Political Economy of Race and Racism

Course #: ECON 343

Description:
This course is a study of the economic, political, and sociological status of minoritized populations in the U.S. and the competing explanations for why differences in economic indicators exist and persist between white Americans and underrepresented minorities. Topics covered include disparities in wealth, income, educational attainment, health, and experiences with the criminal justice system. Explanations will be explored from multiple theoretical frameworks within economics including neoclassical economics, feminist economics, stratification economics, and Marxism.
Pre Requisites:
Pre-req = ECON 100 or 101

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 12630 MW
1:00 - 2:15 pm
Francis,Dania McCormack M02-0208
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/02/2025 - 12/12/2025
Capacity: 30
Enrolled: 30
Status: Closed
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites: Pre-req = ECON 100 or 101
Course Attributes: United States, Social & Behavioral Sciences