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This course is an interdisciplinary introduction to Appalachian studies. It explores themes and issues, such as Appalachian peoples' ethnic heritage, the history of subsistence and extractive economies, and distinctive linguistic, religious, and cultural expression, that are important in the history, development, and future of the Appalachian region. PREREQUISITES: ENGL 101 or permission of the instructor.
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Nature and meaning of social problems; the incidence and characteristics of selected social problems of major public interest; analysis of proposed solutions.
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A study of race and ethnic relations from a comparative perspective. The course includes a strong American component with emphasis on the experiences of such minorities as African Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Asian Americans.
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Urban structure and ecology, particularly in light of the planning movement and urban populations, and the growth and development of urban communities. Emphasis is placed on conceptual frame of reference for the study of cities, types of social behavior in cities, infl uences of city life on personality, as well as urbanization from a world perspective.
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A comparative study of world cultures from the anthropological perspective including an emphasis on economic systems (from traditional to modern), social stratifi cations, gender roles, kinship relations, political organization, and religious and cultural values.
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A course designed to study the patterns of sexual, love and inter-personal relationships expressed in American society and the marriage institution. Emphasis placed on changes occurring and emerging patterns. Cross-cultural comparisons are made.
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3.00 Credits
Birth, Death and Migration is a cross-cultural study of the world's population and those factors (social and biological) which create population growth and change over time. PREREQUISITE: SOC 101.
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3.00 Credits
A study of the relationship of religion and society. The origins of religious institutions, structure, function, and role in change or stability of the social system.
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3.00 Credits
An overview of the world's major religions including Buddhism, Hinduism, Confucianism, Islam, Christianity, and African and Native American religions. An examination of religious practices, historical development, doctrines, and world views. Emphasis is placed upon human problems, community and ethical issues, and relations to other religions and world affairs. Cross-listed with PHIL 308. PREREQUISITE: ENGL 102.
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The major writers and ideas that have shaped contemporary sociology are analyzed. Special attention will be given to the ways in which social structure affects social thought from ancient to present time as well as how social thought affects social structure. PREREQUISITE: SOC 101.
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