Ballers, Rappers, Social Issues & Protest
Meeting time | CRN | Session |
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Mondays & Wednesdays 10:10AM-11:00AM | 45804 | First |
In this course we will critically examine the role of athletes and entertainers in the protest of key social issues. From Jackie Robinson to Muhammad Ali to LeBron James and Meek Mill athletes and entertainers have been actively involved in social protests. The course will examine the power of their “voices,” and media/social appeal is establishing social justice platforms.
Professor Information
Steven Waller
Professor
- Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport Studies
- Education, Health, and Human Sciences