SOC3201 - 01 - Worlds in Motion: Causes and Consequence Of Migration

(DM) Diversity and Multiculturalism

This course introduces students to the major theories of international migration and immigrant incorporation. Why do people undertake costly, emotionally painful, and often, life threatening journeys? What happens to them once they arrive in their place of destination? And how do factors such as race and gender impact the settlement process? Although the course will primarily focus on immigration to and settlement in the United States, we will also explore the process of migration to other parts of the world. Contemporary issues, such as the current guest worker debate in the United States and the incorporation of Muslim immigrants in the U.S. and Western Europe, will also be covered. Course requiremnets include a significant research paper and presentation