POL 260: Songs of Protest

Number of Sections: 1 | Days and Times: T & TH (09:50-11:30 ICT)

Course Description

We will explore the realm of protest songs, inquiring into their ability to voice dissent, catalyze change, and energize social and political movements. This course navigates diverse protest songs that have played a central role in shaping worldwide pursuits for justice, equality, and human rights. Throughout this course we will immerse ourselves in music from various cultures, analyzing its global impact. Additionally, we'll investigate music's role in resistance and its multifaceted functions within organized protest movements.

Prerequisites: None