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3.00 Credits
An examination of contemporary social theories such as functionalism, symbolic interactionism, conflict and social exchange theory. In addition, recent theoretical trends in sociology such as the feminist and environmental perspectives, and the biosocial and humanist approaches are discussed. Prerequisite: SO101 and one sociology course or permission of instructor. J. Brueggemann, R. Scarce
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3.00 Credits
How do we make sense of contemporary society's relationship with nature Scholars have produced a rich array of responses to this question that often conflict with one another. These theorists are also concerned with how social thought can be used to guide solutions to environmental problems. Reading original work, we will consider the applicability, insight, and relevancy of a host of perspectives, including ecological Marxism, ecological anarchism, social constructivisim, ecological realism, eco-modernization, and neo- Malthusianism. Prerequisite: SO101 and one other sociology course. R. Scarce
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3.00 Credits
An exploration of the causes and consequences of social movements and episodes of collective action. Many people are dissatisfied with existing economic, political or social arrangements, yet relatively few individuals attempt to bring about social change by participating in organized social protest. What is it that differentiates those who participate from those who do not This course approaches this central question from a variety of theoretical perspectives. Movements as diverse as those for civil rights and the environment will be examined. Prerequisite: SO101. R. Scarce
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3.00 Credits
Sociological analysis of the criminal justice system, including policing, the courts, and corrections. This course examines criminal justice responses to crime problems and alternative perspectives. Topics vary by semester and may include critical analysis of police use of force, racial disparities in sentencing, the death penalty, juvenile justice, the prison experience, or community justice. Prerequisite: SO101 or LW200. D. Karp
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3.00 Credits
A comparative analysis of women's roles in the global economy. The course examines how global economic transformations affect women as well as how women affect those processes. Topics include the effect of economic development on women's participation in various forms of economic activity, including agriculture, microenterprises, and manufacturing, as well as gender relations in families throughout the world, with particular emphasis on countries of the Southern Hemisphere. In addition, the course considers the environmental issues women face during the process of economic development, such as sustainable development, population policies, and women's environmental activism. Prerequisite: SO101 or WS101. C. Berheide
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3.00 Credits
An in-depth introduction to qualitative research methods as vehicles for exploring and describing social experiences, focusing in particular on the lives of students. Course topics include field research, qualitative interviewing, and the role of the researcher. Students examine ethnographic studies of academic settings and collect and analyze qualitative data about Skidmore's culture. Prerequisite: SO101 or permission of instructor. S. Walzer
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
An examination at the advanced level of special topics, methods, and areas in sociology. Specific topics vary by instructor and semester. The course in a different subject area may be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: SO101 or permission of instructor. The Department
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3.00 Credits
Individual reading and/or research in sociology under the guidance of a member of the department. Open with the consent of the department to qualified students. Individual conferences to be arranged. The Department
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4.00 Credits
The capstone course for the sociology major. The course functions as a research practicum in which students share the process of conducting an original research project. To do the research, students must build upon previous work in sociology, especially theory, methods, and statistics. Therefore, students must have completed the required statistics, methods, and theory courses for the sociology major before enrolling in Senior Seminar. Students writing the Senior Thesis are encouraged to begin thesis research in the Seminar. Prerequisites: SO226, 227, and 324 or 325; or permission of instructor. Open only to sociology majors and sociology interdepartmental majors. The Department
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3.00 Credits
Independent research leading to a thesis examining a sociological question in depth. Students work under the direction of a thesis advisor and a second reader. Prerequisites: SO375 and permission of instructor. Open only to sociology majors and sociology interdepartmental majors. The Department
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