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Peer reviewedPittman, David J.; Boden, Deirdre – American Sociologist, 1990
Traces the history of sociology at Washington University (Missouri) from 1906 to 1989 in relation to the decision to abolish the department. Maintains that this decision began in 1968. Defines the contours of the sociology department, including a discussion of prominent scholars, contending that the decision will harm the discipline in the long…
Descriptors: Educational History, Educational Policy, General Education, Higher Education
