A sociologist and a journalist pair up to examine inequality in Memphis. At the class’ foundation are the writings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Students will also read contemporary sociological studies and news articles on inequality in families, schools, and neighborhoods. Combining research perspectives of journalism and sociology, students will create multimedia projects on inequality and share them through blogs, social media, and class presentations.

5:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays, Clement Hall 203

Class size is limited and students will be admitted by permit only. Contact Dr. Rushing at wrushing@memphis.edu or wendi.c.thomas@memphis.edu for more info.

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Memphis: Was the dream deferred?

SOC 4904 – Public Sociology Seminar

Dr. Wanda Rushing Wendi C. Thomas

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