Course 4 hours

SOC 3140 Protests & Social Movements

2026-2027 Course Catalog

On this page:

Course description

This course examines the processes of social change from a sociological perspective. In particular, it looks at the origins, dynamics, and consequences of protests and social movements such as the labor movement, civil rights, feminism, disability rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and environmental movements. Social movements emphasized vary with instructor.

Archway Curriculum: Foundational Literacies: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – U.S.
Archway Curriculum: Essential Connections: Speaking Instructive
Archway Curriculum: Integrative Core: Power Thread