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Kathie Friedman
SIS 325
Seattle Campus
Introduces key theoretical debates in international migration. Examines immigrants' political, economic, religious, and social integration into host societies, and continued ties to homelands. Experiences of voluntary and involuntary immigrants, of the second generation, and of incorporation into America and Europe. Designed around interdisciplinary texts and fieldwork in Seattle.
Class description
Introduces key theoretical debates in international migration. Examines immigrants' political, economic, religious, and social integration into host societies, and continued ties to homelands. Experiences of voluntary and involuntary immigrants, authorized and irregular immigrants, of the second generation, and of incorporation into America and Europe.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Lecture and small group discussions, exams, choice of service learning assignment or research paper.
Recommended preparation
Excellent reading, writing, and critical analysis skills needed.
Class assignments and grading
