Sport in Society - USF :: Department of Sociology

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Monday and Wednesday 11:00-12:15. BSN 2200. Dr. Will Tyson. How does sport influence society? How does society influence
Sport in Society SYP 4650 Monday and Wednesday 11:00-12:15 BSN 2200 Dr. Will Tyson How does sport influence society? How does society influence sport? In this course, we will apply sociological theory and research to better understand sport as an important sociological phenomenon that influences various aspects of society. Sport is integral to socialization and childhood development, particularly through the link between sport and education. Race, class, and gender are key dividing lines in sport participation and also fuel many of the controversies that emerge in sports. Businesses, media, governments, and other large organizations continue to shape many sports into lucrative enterprises that determine who plays sports, who watches sports, and how. We will keep an eye on current events such as national anthem protests that are an intersection between stratification and the business end of sports. Contact Dr. Will Tyson for more information at [email protected].