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3.00 Credits
(Spring, Contact Department Head) Understanding the power of culture in shaping our lives depends on knowing the ways of life displayed all around the world. This course introduces students to the discoveries of anthropologists as they have lived among preliterate and preindustrial people, and as they apply their signature methodologies to culturally distinctive communities in today's world. Comparing how a range of cultures address the challenges of social existence sets the stage for enlightening dialogue.
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1.00 Credits
(Fall, Course Offered Every Year) The purpose of this course is to examine how the culture of Mexico shapes expectations about family and home as well as the political and economic contexts of housing. Religious, historical, political and social aspects of Mexico's culture will be examined in terms of the impact on family and home life. In addition, the institutional structure of the Mexican government and economy will be examined for its effects on home ownership and financing. Comparisons with the culture and institutions of the United States will be discussed.
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1.00 Credits
(Fall, Course Offered Every Year) This course examines the culture and family structure of Mexico in light of this country's economic, political and religious history. Inequalities based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability and social class level will be examined as well. A study of social movements to improve the status of oppressed people in Mexico is also included.
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1.00 Credits
(Fall, Course Offered Every Year) The basic purpose of this course is to examine how education as an institution is interrelated with the family and culture of a society. To explore a particular case study, the country of Mexico and its unique educational system and family structure will be analyzed. The history and traditions of this nation and their impact on education will be discussed as well.
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3.00 Credits
(Spring, Course Offered Every Year) This course is an introduction to the application of sociology to a range of "real life" problems and issues so that students gain an understandingof how to practice sociology in all future careers or occupations. The sociological perspective is applied in a way that is centered upon community based education/service learning. Students will participate in class exercises and organized community focused activities that meet identified community needs and reflect on these in such a way as to gain a broader appreciation of the discipline of sociology, and an enhanced sense of civic responsibility.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
(Fall and Spring, Course Offered Every Year) Open to freshmen and sophomores who have an interest in sociology and who would like to work individually with a faculty member on a project involving research from a sociological perspective. The student will formulate and execute a research project at an intermediate level of complexity and present results to an appropriate public audience. A research proposal form completed by the student and faculty mentor is required for registration. May be repeated for credit for a maximum of six semester hours. Prerequisite: At least 3 credit hours in 200-level SOC.
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3.00 Credits
(Spring, Even-Numbered Years) The research literature on sexual interests, behaviors and relationships is reviewed through study of the changing practices and perceptions of sexuality in America. Topics include the cultural construction of sex, the process of learning to be sexual, sexual deviance, the influence of marriage, and the interplay between sex and power in our society. Recognition of both risks and rewards associated with sexuality provides the context for studying controversial policies in society. Also offered as HED 332.
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3.00 Credits
(Fall, Course Offered Every Year) Patterns of relationship among racial and ethnic groups in the United States are analyzed. This course explores inequalities of wealth, power, and status along with the persistence of racism, movements to advance civil rights and efforts by groups to maintain social boundaries. Current trends in intergroup relations are discussed to explore how changing demographic racial patterns may affect future definitions of race and ethnicity. Prerequisite: At least 3 credit hours in 200-level SOC.
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3.00 Credits
(Spring, Course Offered Every Year) A study of the criminal justice system; police, attorneys, courts, judges, jails, prisons, parole. Attention is given to conflicting punishment philosophies and practices. Studies of inmate society are highlighted in this survey of America's attempts to correct the crime problem. Prerequisite: At least 3 credit hours in 200-level SOC.
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3.00 Credits
(Fall, Odd-Numbered Years) This course will provide students with an overview of the family from a sociological perspective. Students in the course will examine transformation of the family across time as well as its position as both a private and public institution. Topics include defining the family, gender and power, courtship and marriage, parenting, divorce and remarriage, work, and family violence. Particular attention is placed upon the changing roles of women in the family and the ways in which families impact the lived experiences of the women in them. Prerequisite: At least 3 credit hours in 200-level SOC.
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