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1.00 Credits
In this course, we will focus on how sociologists explain behaviors that many of us see as dangerous, distasteful or unpleasant. The assignments will focus on theories of deviance, some discussion of the preferred methods used in studying deviance, and several topical sections focusing on deviant behaviors such as sex work, drug use, crime, and mental disorders. Rather than condemning deviance and deviants, the course seeks to explain people's behavior and society's responses to them. Prerequisite: SOC 201 or any 100-level Sociology course Offering: Spring Instructor: Staff
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Death represents one of the great mysteries of life. In this course, we undertake an evaluation of the sociological theories and research pertaining to dying, death and bereavement. Cultural variations in these social processes are also considered. Topics include: definitions and images of death; demography and death; the dying and grieving processes; caregiving; and funeral practices. Opportunities to volunteer in the community will be available. Mode of Inquiry: Understanding Society; Death Cluster Prerequisite: SOC 201 or any 100-level Sociology course Offering: Spring Instructor: Heuser
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0.50 - 1.00 Credits
This course offers timely exposure to a variety of relevant topics in sociology. Topics might include the study of homelessness, poverty, death and dying, or cultural diversity. Prerequisite: SOC 201 or any 100-level Sociology course or consent of instructor Offering: Every semester Instructor: Staff
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1.00 Credits
This course explores changing aspects of marriage and family structures and relationships, including family life cycles, alternative forms of marriage, aging, divorce, remarriage and reconstituted families. General Education Requirement Fulfillment: Writing centered Prerequisite: SOC 302 and SOC 303 Offering: Fall Instructor: Aguilar
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1.00 Credits
In this course, we will focus on how people figure out, establish, and maintain the rules that make interactions in a variety of settings predictable. We will also spend considerable time on the methods sociologists employ in studying different settings. The readings cover the dramaturgical perspective espoused by Goffman and others, structural arguments and ethnomethodological explanations of how we make sense of the many social worlds we inhabit. General Education Requirement Fulfillment: Writing centered Prerequisite: SOC 302 and SOC 303 Offering: Fall Instructor: Staff
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1.00 Credits
In this course students engage in qualitative and quantitative research and analysis of topics and issues related to the political dimensions of society. Both "classical" political sociology, which treats socio-political institutions as the product of social relations, processes, and interactions, and contemporary perspectives which emphasize the constructionist and/or cultural dimensions of political power, will be applied critically to topics including democracy, citizenship, social movements, and social welfare. General Education Requirement Fulfillment: Writing centered Prerequisite: SOC 302 and SOC 303, or consent of instructor Offering: Annually Instructor: Strawn
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0.50 - 1.00 Credits
This course is intended only for the qualified advanced student with a solid preparation in the theory and methods of sociology who wishes to do an intensive research analysis or advanced independent study in an area not covered by an existing course in the department. Prerequisite: SOC 302 and SOC 303 Offering: Every semester Instructor: Staff
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1.00 Credits
This course provides an opportunity for students to work in selected social service and other organizations supervised by on-site professionals. Opportunity to observe the operation of agencies and develop some skills in working with people. Students spend 12 to 15 hours a week interning and attend a weekly seminar. Prerequisite: Senior majors who have completed SOC 302 and SOC 303 Offering: Spring Instructor: Heuser
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1.00 Credits
Open to majors in Sociology Honors Program, the senior thesis involves a comprehensive study of a topic chosen by the student and approved by her/his thesis advisor/s. As an original, quantitative and/or qualitative investigation undertaken as an independent study, the thesis includes the collection and analysis of primary or secondary data grounded in relevant theoretical and empirical literatures. A written thesis and oral presentation of the study's findings are required. Satisfactory completion of this course fulfills the Senior Year Experience requirement for Sociology majors. Prerequisite: Senior majors who have completed SOC 302 and SOC 303 and who qualify for Honors Offering: Annually Instructor: Staff
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1.00 Credits
Through an original research project, students will apply the theoretical and methodological knowledge gained in the major to a concrete research question (or issue) studied throughout the semester. This research project, as well as weekly seminar discussion around a selected topic, will allow students to consider the range of sociological sub-specialties composing the discipline, collect and analyze relevant data to enhance sociological knowledge, and effectively communicate research and the research process. Prerequisite: Senior majors who have completed SOC 302 and SOC 303 Offering: Spring Instructor: Staff
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