Social issues and themes explored through the arts. Topics include art and social change, war and peace, propaganda, art of conscience, and the response of artists to poverty, hunger and catastrophic events. Specific applications include art as cross-cultural awareness and art as therapy. [Note: Formerly ISS 240R] Prereq: Minimum 1.0 unit from PSYCH, SOC, SDS/ISS, SOCWK, ANTH