SCWK 6901 03: Oppression Cultural Competency

SCWK 6901 - Oppression and Cultural Competence

Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 03, CRN 43125,

Credit hours: 3

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Instructor

Donna Rivera-Wells

Email: dmriverawells@ysu.edu

Public Instructor Information

Instructor Title: Donna Rivera Wells
Instructor Professional Qualifications: MSW
Instructor Office Location: Cushwa Hall
Instructor Office Phone: 330-941-1598

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Course Description

6901. Oppression and Cultural Competence. Examination of the history, demographic trends, and cultures of diverse groups who have been disenfranchised based on differences that include race, gender, age, socioeconomic class, sexual orientation, religion, and ability. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the experience of oppression among diverse groups and the implications for social work practice. 3 s.h.

Course Readings

Group Title Author ISBN
Required Diversity, oppression, and change.

The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.  

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Artificial Intelligence Policy Statement

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Schedule of Topics and Assignments

Day Date Reading(s) Proposed Topic Due/To Prepare for Class
Sat 8/29 See Blackboard for Schedule

The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.