My perception of US sport before taking this class was pretty generic. I only thought of the importance that sports play in US society but definitely didn't have any knowledge when taking a look at some of the issues we examined. My perception of US sports changed dramatically throughout the course. I never really thought about sports identities and culture up until now. One discussion that stood out to me was when we debated whether college athletes should be paid or not. I had no idea how much money NCAA schools made and the conditions that athletes faced. This class has made me think differently about sports and will influence my perception of professional athletics. One skill that will be beneficial in my career is the ability to look past social norms and question the legitimacy of some of the social structures that define the way life is lived in America. I've already recommended this class to multiple friends and I hope they have the same experience as I did.
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