This course reviews assorted contemporary issues of peace and/or justice in the light of the Christian faith. It asks the questions: Should faith influence the moral decisions of society, government, and world peace? Does one come to a different perspective of the world and how to "fix" the many destructive issues in the world when one approaches those issues through the Catholic/Christian lens? How can people of faith or goodwill best participate in creating a world of peace and justice?

Social Issues in Diversity is an upper level GER elective for non-majors.  It is a required course for social work majors.

In this course we will make an in-depth study of several groups with minority status including but not limited to:  Native Americans, African Americans, Hispanic Americans, religious minorities, women as a minority group, and the gay and lesbian population.  Students will be introduced to patterns which emerge as individuals and members of groups interact.