SOCIOL 361      Social Theory
A survey of the major orientations in social theory, their historical development, and contemporary issues and controversies in social theory. Prerequisite: 3 hours in social science.
Credits: 3 hours
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SOCIOL 362      Methods Of Sociological Research
Experimental and observational schemes; survey analysis; interview and questionnaire designs; scaling techniques; sampling. Also offered as CJC 483. Prerequisites: 3 hours in Social Science.
Credits: 3 hours
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SOCIOL 363      Introduction To Statistics In Sociology/Criminal Justice
A first course in the statistical analysis of quantitative data. Course emphasizes descriptive statistics, probability theory, parameter estimation, bivariate hypothesis testing, and computer applications. Prerequisites: MATH 110, MATH 116 or an equivalent.
Credits: 3 hours
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SOCIOL 372      Introduction To The Sociology Of Religion
Using the tremendous diversity of religious belief and practice in North America, in particular new religious movements, this class will acquaint students with the academic study of religion as a social (and sociological) phenomenon. Students will learn how religion has been interpreted by sociologists in the past, and how evolving perspectives shape both the way academics perceive religion and how they study it. They will learn how religion permeates and affects virtually every domain of human culture and interaction. And they will gain experience in fieldwork, coming to understand in the process religious traditions other than those in which they may have been raised.
Credits: 3 hours
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SOCIOL 374      Anthropology of Childhood
This course explores how children's lives are shaped by cultural, economic, and political forces and relations. Drawing upon a range of case studies and disciplinary perspectives it will consider how and why children emerge as sites of contestation and debate, and it will examine the various ways in which the category and experience of childhood unfold in different socio-historical contexts. The main objective of the course is to better understand the social construction of childhood and use the study of childhood as privileged window for exploring the articulation of cultural, economic and political relations within the context of contemporary global society.Offered: On-demand
Credits: 3 hours
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SOCIOL 381P      Everyday Masculinities
This independent study course is designed to encourage students to put into play their study of and growing understanding of men's lives. Each student will design and carry out an independent study/research project that will take into account (critically) the experience of at least three men in their immediate surroundings. Ethnographic methods (observation, field-note/interview and transcription strategies, write-up, etc.) will be covered to facilitate the student's successful completion of their project. The project will be broken down into phases to insure timely progress throughout the semester. Restrictions: Concurrent enrollment in Meanings of Masculinity required.
Credits: 4 hours
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SOCIOL 390R      Directed Field Experience I
The student will work within one or more social agencies or organizations in the city under the joint supervision of a professional within the organization and a member of the Sociology Department. In-class discussion will cover the major problems of social organization. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Credits: 1-6 hours
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SOCIOL 390RA      Directed Field Experience I
Credits: 1-6 hours
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SOCIOL 391      Directed Field Experience II
A continuation of SOCIOL 390. Winter.
Credits: 1-6 hours
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SOCIOL 397      Independent Readings In Sociology
Intensive readings in an area selected by the student with prior consultation with instructor. Prerequisite: Twelve hours of sociology. On demand.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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SOCIOL 398      Independent Research In Sociology
Intensive research in an area selected by the student with prior consultation with instructor. Prerequisite: Twelve hours of sociology. On demand.
Credits: 1-6 hours
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SOCIOL 404WI      The Sociology Capstone: Senior Seminar
A seminar which explores the interrelationships between sociology theory, research methods and statistics. May focus on major contemporary issues building on and integrating knowledge obtained in previous courses. This course is a writing intensive course and satisfies this requirement for the general degree requirements of the college.
Credits: 3 hours
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SOCIOL 410R      Aging In Contemporary Society
Attitudes and stereotypes, the status of the aged in American society; the social psychology of the aging process; the response of societal institutions such as the family and political system to the aging of the population as a whole. Applications and potentials of research are considered.
Credits: 3 hours
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SOCIOL 411      Sociology Of Human Sexuality
A cross cultural examination of the most fundamental dichotomy in human society: male and female. Considering sex both as a biological and social category, this course compares diversity and similarity in the interrelationships of male and female in patterns of behavior and social organization found in human societies across time and space.
Credits: 3 hours
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SOCIOL 416      Aging And Developmental Disabilities
This course explores the experience of aging with a developmental disability or mental retardation within the context of normative aging. Among the comparisons made between older persons with and without developmental disabilities are their demographic characteristics, physical and cognitive functioning, role transitions and losses, identities and self-concepts, and family and caregiving issues. Policies, programs, and emerging concepts of best practices are considered within the context of quality of life, ethical, and community inclusion issues. Prerequisites: None. Offered: Summer.
Credits: 2 hours
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SOCIOL 417      Practicum In Aging And Developmental Disabilities
Students gain experience in working with and defining issues of Older persons with developmental disabilities through placements in sheltered workshops, senior centers, residential group homes, and other community-based programs. Prerequisites: None. Offered: Summer.
Credits: 1 hours
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SOCIOL 418      Feminist Theories
This class introduces the major feminist theories and their primary authors over the last 200 years. The class takes both a historical view (beginning with two millenia of male-centered theories about women) and a conceptual approach (theories are grouped by common ground) and familiarizes the student with both the historical processes that necessitate feminist theories as well as with the breadth and depth of the historically and currently available scholarship. Prerequisite: Introduction to Women's Studies Offered: Winter Semester
Credits: 3 hours
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SOCIOL 431      Social Organization Of The City
An examination of the social structure of the American city with special reference to the historical development of American cities. Attention will be focused on the role of social institutions as they have changed in relation to urban problems.
Credits: 3 hours
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SOCIOL 433      Immigration and the City
This course examines key issues and controversies in immigration research. Special attention will be paid to the social, economic, and historical developments of urban immigrant communities.
Credits: 3 hours
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SOCIOL 440R      Sociology Of Medicine
Relationship of basic concepts in sociology to health and medical care. Cultural and class variations in health status. Social and cultural aspects of health. Prerequisite: SOCIOL 101 or consent of instructor.
Credits: 3 hours
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