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3.00 Credits
Sociological theorists have always looked for ways to "picture" society by mapping the invisible patterns of social relationships that make up human societies. This course explores how that picture changes as we move from key modern to postmodern sociological thinkers. The approximate period covered is 1822 to the present. The theoretical views are framed around a variety of contemporary issues including community, power, identity, gender, globalization, knowledge production, and the social construction of space, time,and meaning . Prerequisite: SOCI 110 or consent of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
A sociological approach to human-nature relationships, with a focus on social constructions of nature, major social groups that have a stake in defining environmental issues, environmental policy (local and global), the role of technology and of the scientific community in shaping environmental outcomes, the environmental movement and counter-movement, the evolving concept of "environmental justice," and designs for sustainability.
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3.00 Credits
Sociocultural aspects of medicine including cross cultural comparisons of health care systems; the delivery of medical care; the social organization of medical training, practice, and research; the doctor-patient relationship; political, legal, technological, and ethical environments of medicine; stratification by gender, race, and class; and the social experience of illness. Sociology/ AnthropologyHendrix Catalog 2008-2009 303
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3.00 Credits
How and why power, wealth and prestige are unequally distributed in terms of gender, race, and social class. Ideological justifications, the consequences for individuals and societies, and the personal and public strategies employed to address the problems associated with structural inequality are considered. Cross-listed as ANTH 390.
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3.00 Credits
Concentrated study of important social issues. Content and approach will vary according to needs and interests of students and staff. Each course will focus on a single topic. Examples are ethnic identity, population problems, deviant behavior, family violence, work and leisure, Native Americans, technology, sociology of art, mass media, and religious movements.
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3.00 Credits
In addition to reading about and discussing current issues in sociological and anthropological research and practice, each student will complete an internship or research project in order to apply and demonstrate his or her level of knowledge in the major. Prerequisite: SOCI 335 or ANTH 300 and SOCI 365 or ANTH 365, and consent of instructor if not a senior sociology/anthropology major.
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3.00 Credits
An intensive language course that teaches the basic skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing the language. This course also includes relevant cultural material.
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3.00 Credits
Continues the development of the four basic skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. This course also serves as a brief introduction to the study of culture and literature. Prerequisite: SPAN 110, its equivalent, or credit by examination.
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3.00 Credits
This course further develops language skills and introduces students to textual analysis and literary composition. Prerequisite: SPAN 120, its equivalent, or credit by examination.
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3.00 Credits
A study of advanced grammar and syntax. Open to students who have completed the basic sequence, this course further develops knowledge of grammar and writing skills.
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