Racial Bias and Structural Inequality

How do we address racial bias and inequities? What role do institutions play in creating, maintaining, and magnifying those inequities? What role do we play? In this elective, we examine racial bias and inequality in our criminal justice system and in our neighborhoods, schools, and workplaces. In every domain, we focus our attention on the tools and interventions that can be used to mitigate bias and decrease racial disparities. The format will be highly interactive, including guest speakers and student group presentations. Grading will be based on course preparation, active participation, two reaction papers, and a final paper. Attendance is mandatory. Because each day constitutes 20% of the course, even one unexcused absence can have a substantial impact on course grade. Enrollment is limited.