An introduction to the major sociological concepts for understanding the structure and dynamics of contemporary society. Topics will include culture, deviance, bureaucracy, inequality, race, gender, and social institutions. Fulfills diversity requirement. (L11) Fall, Spring
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- Online Courses: In online teaching, 100% of instruction takes place online via Canvas and with supplemental platforms like Zoom. There are two types of online courses: asynchronous and synchronous.
- Asynchronous online: Course is fully online, with lessons, assignments, and activities posted in Canvas with due dates. Students complete coursework, engage in discussions, etc., based upon their own schedules, but are required to meet posted deadlines.
- Synchronous online: Online course that includes real-time class meetings using technology (e.g. Zoom). The number of required meetings varies based upon the particular class, but meetings take place during the scheduled class times. Faculty will inform students of the schedule for real-time meetings in their courses.
- Hybrid Courses: Hybrid courses combine both in-person, on-campus meetings with online instruction. All face-to-face activities take place during the regularly-scheduled meeting times in the rooms assigned on the course listing. The number of in-person meetings varies by course. Faculty will notify students of the exact meeting schedule for their courses.
If your class is not listed as online or hybrid, it will meet fully face-to-face following the noted class schedule.
An introduction to the major sociological concepts for understanding the structure and dynamics of contemporary society. Topics will include culture, deviance, bureaucracy, inequality, race, gender, and social institutions. Fulfills diversity requirement. (L11) Fall, Spring
An introduction to the major sociological concepts for understanding the structure and dynamics of contemporary society. Topics will include culture, deviance, bureaucracy, inequality, race, gender, and social institutions. Fulfills diversity requirement. (L11) Fall, Spring
ONLINE COURSE ENTIRELY
An introduction to the major sociological concepts for understanding the structure and dynamics of contemporary society. Topics will include culture, deviance, bureaucracy, inequality, race, gender, and social institutions. Fulfills diversity requirement. (L11) Fall, Spring
An introduction to the major sociological concepts for understanding the structure and dynamics of contemporary society. Topics will include culture, deviance, bureaucracy, inequality, race, gender, and social institutions. Fulfills diversity requirement. (L11) Fall, Spring
ONLINE ENTIRELY
An analysis of contemporary conflicts and issues that divide and influence society today, studied in historical context through such concepts as power, values, and interests. Topics covered generally include the nature of corporate and government power, economic inequality in a democratic society, the contradictions of racist consciousness and practices, varieties of sex and gender discrimination (contested women's roles, homophobia, the divisiveness and implications of abortion and gay marriage), the impact of social life and political decisions on our physical environment and the impact of a changing environment on us. Fulfills diversity requirement. (L11) As needed
FLEP American City
An analysis of contemporary conflicts and issues that divide and influence society today, studied in historical context through such concepts as power, values, and interests. Topics covered generally include the nature of corporate and government power, economic inequality in a democratic society, the contradictions of racist consciousness and practices, varieties of sex and gender discrimination (contested women's roles, homophobia, the divisiveness and implications of abortion and gay marriage), the impact of social life and political decisions on our physical environment and the impact of a changing environment on us. Fulfills diversity requirement. (L11) As needed
An analysis of contemporary conflicts and issues that divide and influence society today, studied in historical context through such concepts as power, values, and interests. Topics covered generally include the nature of corporate and government power, economic inequality in a democratic society, the contradictions of racist consciousness and practices, varieties of sex and gender discrimination (contested women's roles, homophobia, the divisiveness and implications of abortion and gay marriage), the impact of social life and political decisions on our physical environment and the impact of a changing environment on us. Fulfills diversity requirement. (L11) As needed
(Cross-listed with SWK 213) A study of the historical, socio-economic and political factors which have led to changes in social welfare policy; an examination of change as it applies to social services; volunteer experience in a local social services agency. Open to both Sociology and Social Work majors, the course introduces students to the policy area of the Social Work major. SOC 213 also introduces codes of ethics and the definition of generalist practice. Prerequisite: SOC 111 or by permission of the instructor. Fall
Crosslisted with SWK 213 X1 (crn 1160)
(Cross-listed with SWK 213) A study of the historical, socio-economic and political factors which have led to changes in social welfare policy; an examination of change as it applies to social services; volunteer experience in a local social services agency. Open to both Sociology and Social Work majors, the course introduces students to the policy area of the Social Work major. SOC 213 also introduces codes of ethics and the definition of generalist practice. Prerequisite: SOC 111 or by permission of the instructor. Fall
Crosslisted with SWK 213 X2 (crn 519)
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills that they need to participate fully in today's social justice movements. The course examines (1) revolutionary and reformist social movements that have attempted to shape society according to differing concepts of social justice, and (2) the practical skills required of individuals who want to participate in such movements. Fall (L11)
This foundational course in criminal justice is an introduction to an interdisciplinary perspective of criminological knowledge. The course surveys explanations of crime and deviance amongst individual, group, and societal levels. Lecture, discussion, and case studies enable students to recognize and begin to explain the causes of crime and deviance. Students will use existing and traditional criminological research to describe the major criminological theories that offer different explanations about deviance and why some individual commit crime. Fall, Spring.
ONLINE ENTIRELY; Cross-listed with CJS 111 ELX (crn 2225)
This foundational course in criminal justice is an introduction to an interdisciplinary perspective of criminological knowledge. The course surveys explanations of crime and deviance amongst individual, group, and societal levels. Lecture, discussion, and case studies enable students to recognize and begin to explain the causes of crime and deviance. Students will use existing and traditional criminological research to describe the major criminological theories that offer different explanations about deviance and why some individual commit crime. Fall, Spring.
Crosslisted with CJS 111 X1 (crn 2226) CJS & Forensic Psych MAJORS ONLY
This foundational course in criminal justice is an introduction to an interdisciplinary perspective of criminological knowledge. The course surveys explanations of crime and deviance amongst individual, group, and societal levels. Lecture, discussion, and case studies enable students to recognize and begin to explain the causes of crime and deviance. Students will use existing and traditional criminological research to describe the major criminological theories that offer different explanations about deviance and why some individual commit crime. Fall, Spring.
Crosslisted with CJS 111 X2 (crn 2227)
This foundational course in criminal justice is an introduction to an interdisciplinary perspective of criminological knowledge. The course surveys explanations of crime and deviance amongst individual, group, and societal levels. Lecture, discussion, and case studies enable students to recognize and begin to explain the causes of crime and deviance. Students will use existing and traditional criminological research to describe the major criminological theories that offer different explanations about deviance and why some individual commit crime. Fall, Spring.
Crosslisted with CJS 111 X3 (crn 2228) CJS & Forensic Psych MAJORS ONLY
A look at social behavior and social institutions through the eyes of fiction writers. The class will read a selection of modern short fiction and view several contemporary movies. Fulfills diversity requirement. Fall 2017 (L11)
This course examines historic and contemporary American family systems and their relationship to other social institutions including the economy, politics, race, and education. Topics include mate selection, marriage, parenting, child socialization, sexuality, cohabitation, divorce, single parenthood, family conflict, intimate partner violence, and contemporary family and social policy. Sociological theories guide and inform the discussion of the specific topics. Offered as needed (L11)
This course seeks to examine, describe and explain the conditions that surround many racial and minority groups in contemporary America. A variety of theoretical, historical, and topical concerns will be addressed during the course (e.g., slavery, prejudice, and immigration). Fulfills diversity requirement. Fall Spring (L11)
ONLINE component to course: meets in class on Tuesday 9/1/2015, 915/2015, 9/29/2015, 10/27/2015, 11/10/2015, 12/2/2015 (6 class sessions; up to two additional)
This course is a survey of elementary descriptive and inferential statistics that focuses on the data and methods used by social scientists. Beginning with percentages and ratios, the course examines various measures of central tendency, dispersion, and correlation, and then proceeds through estimation, hypothesis testing, regression, and other appropriate topics. All statistics are analyzed with real-life examples in social situations (deviance, community, and public health). After completion of the class students are able demonstrate the ability to read everyday statistic and to critical think and problem solve real-life issues. SPSS analysis of statistical methods is an integral part of the course. See Placement Test policy under Academic Services.
This course is a survey of elementary descriptive and inferential statistics that focuses on the data and methods used by social scientists. Beginning with percentages and ratios, the course examines various measures of central tendency, dispersion, and correlation, and then proceeds through estimation, hypothesis testing, regression, and other appropriate topics. All statistics are analyzed with real-life examples in social situations (deviance, community, and public health). After completion of the class students are able demonstrate the ability to read everyday statistic and to critical think and problem solve real-life issues. SPSS analysis of statistical methods is an integral part of the course. See Placement Test policy under Academic Services.
A critical examination of the ideas formulated by sociologists in the history of sociology. The course focuses on the theories of Karl Marx, Max Weber, and Emile Durkheim, and on significant contributions of their followers and critics in developing the central theoretical orientations of contemporary sociology. In addition, attention may be paid to Freud¿s psycho-dynamic view of social development, theories of imperialism and the modern world system, and post-modernist theory. Prerequisite: SOC 111 or Permission of Instructor. Fall
HYBRID COURSE meets 9/1, 9/29, 10/27, 11/10, 12/1, 12/15, plus instructor may add up to 2 more in-class sessions.
A critical examination of the ideas formulated by sociologists in the history of sociology. The course focuses on the theories of Karl Marx, Max Weber, and Emile Durkheim, and on significant contributions of their followers and critics in developing the central theoretical orientations of contemporary sociology. In addition, attention may be paid to Freud¿s psycho-dynamic view of social development, theories of imperialism and the modern world system, and post-modernist theory. Prerequisite: SOC 111 or Permission of Instructor. Fall
HYBRID COURSE meets 9/2, 9/30, 10/28, 11/11, 12/2, 12/16, plus instructor may add up to 2 more in-class sessions.
A critical examination of the ideas formulated by sociologists in the history of sociology. The course focuses on the theories of Karl Marx, Max Weber, and Emile Durkheim, and on significant contributions of their followers and critics in developing the central theoretical orientations of contemporary sociology. In addition, attention may be paid to Freud¿s psycho-dynamic view of social development, theories of imperialism and the modern world system, and post-modernist theory. Prerequisite: SOC 111 or Permission of Instructor. Fall
HYBRID COURSE meets 9/2, 9/30, 10/28, 11/11, 12/2, 12/16, plus instructor may add up to 2 more in-class sessions.
Political sociology focuses on the study of power: What is power, who has it, and how is it used to influence society? This course investigates the social basis of political power as it relates to important domestic and international issues. The class begins by analyzing some of the various theories of both power and political sociology and moves onto examining specific topics related to voting, political participation, campaign finance, and the historical transformation the two dominant political parties. In the second part of the course we examine socialism and capitalism, the media’s influence on politics, educational politics, religious politics, racial politics, and finally American power and politics through military and national defense interests. Prerequisite: SOC 111 or Permission of Instructor. As needed
Directed readings with permission by and under the direction of a faculty member. Specific arrangements with the cooperating professor must be made prior to the beginning of the semester concerning the nature of the readings and the assignments required.
Directed readings with permission by and under the direction of a faculty member. Specific arrangements with the cooperating professor must be made prior to the beginning of the semester concerning the nature of the readings and the assignments required.
Students will gain practical experience in their chosen career area within sociology by working in a public or private organization or agency. Open to juniors and seniors who meet the following GPA requirements: overall GPA 2.5 or better; Sociology GPA 3.0 or better. An Internship Proposal must be submitted and accepted by the supervising faculty member prior to registration. Fall, Spring, Summer
This seminar is open to Sociology majors in their senior year. A basic course goal is to help students integrate the knowledge and skills they have acquired in previous sociology courses. The seminar differs from other classes not only by requiring that students participate more actively, but also by requiring that they take a significant role in conducting class sessions. Course enrollment is limited to promote student involvement and participation. Significant reading and independent analysis are expected of seminar participants. Fulfills writing-intensive requirement.
CJS & SOC MAJORS ONLY
With permission by and under the direction of a faculty mentor, a topic is studied through extensive reading and periodic discussions with the mentor, culminating in a paper on the topic. Specific arrangements with the cooperating professor must be made prior to the beginning of the semester concerning the nature of the topic to be studied, as well as the readings and assignments to be required.
INDEPENDENT STUDY APPLICATION