Description
Sport has become a global Institution. Professional sports affect national and local economies. International sport thrives on an inherent nationalism built into its structure, publicity, and individual/team performances. Media influenced sport participation has also impacted interscholastic and intercollegiate athletics, and led to the commercialization of youth sports in the United States. By employing evidence-based social theories through a media lens participants examine the relationship between key sociocultural constraints and sport; to better understand and appreciate the development of sport – as both a part and reflection of the development of society. Prerequisite: Second year standing. SP.