PLCY680

Examining Social Identity and Pluralism in Public Policy

Understanding how groups and individuals develop and coexist in society is an essential part of public policy. Using the classroom as a laboratory, students will explore identity development and how the intersections of race, class, gender, sexual orientation, and other identities shape perceptions that inform decision-making and policy development. From historical scholars to current day movement leaders, this course equips students with tools necessary to critically analyze pluralism, power, and identity; and the skills needed to shape meaningful and equitable public policy and working and civic environments for all.

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During the Spring 2020 and Spring 2021 semesters, students could choose to take some of their courses pass-fail mid-semester which skews grade data aggregated across multiple semesters.

Average GPA of 3.71 between 167 students*

PLCY680 Grade Distribution+-051015202530354045505560657075808590% of studentsABCDFWother
A-: 34.73%
A: 50.3%
A+: 1.8%
B-: 0.6%
B: 1.2%
B+: 7.78%
D: 0.6%
W: 2.4%
other: 0.6%
* "W"s are considered to be 0.0 quality points. "Other" grades are not factored into GPA calculation. Grade data not guaranteed to be correct.