SY 3700 - Family and Society

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

Through historical and comparative analysis, studies the connection between courtship and marriage patterns and different economic systems. Students examine the emergence of the modern family system, changing patterns of mate selection and courtship and the relationship between general assumptions about sex roles and role allocation in marriage itself. Comparisons are drawn across cultures and across class, race and ethnic groups in American society. Offered every year. Prerequisite: EC II.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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