Critical Disability Studies Minor
A program that focuses on the nature, meaning, and consequences of what it is to be defined as disabled and explores the historical, cultural, economic, physiological, and socio-political dynamics of disability. Includes instruction in disability rights, legal issues, and public policy; literature, philosophy, and the arts; and/or research in the social sciences, education, and health sciences addressing social and experiential aspects of disability.
Total Hours Required: 15
Requirements
Requirements are listed in the table below. Additional requirements may follow the table, so be sure to read the entire page. Some required courses listed below may also satisfy General Education requirements, including Core Curriculum. Students should also review the University's Undergraduate Minor and Certificate Requirements and Policies.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CDI 355.1 | Social Construction of Disability | 3 |
| CDI 355.2 | Making Systems Work for People with Disabilities | 3 |
| S W 331 | Applied Social Ethics | 3 |
| Hours chosen from: | 6 | |
| Individual Differences | ||
| Cultural Anthropology | ||
| Topics in Human Movement Studies | ||
| Sport and Disability | ||
| Adapted Fitness and Recreation | ||
| Programming for People with Disabilities | ||
| Advanced Topics in Music Literature | ||
| Disability over the Life Course | ||
| Autism Spectrum Disorder: Truths and Consequences | ||
| Perspectives on Deafness | ||
| Topics in Critical Disability Studies | ||
| Total Hours | 15 | |
Additional Requirements and Policy
All courses in the disability studies minor must be taken on a letter grade basis, and students must earn a minimum grade of a C.