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  • SOC 2625: Animals,People,and the Environment[CDiv

    3.00 Credits
    Notre Dame de Namur University

    By combining natural sciences with social sciences, this class explores the interactions between people, wildlife, and our ecological environment. Focus is given to the value of animal life and nature in such specific areas as conservation/wildlife management, food production, energy needs assessment, biomes and populations, urban sprawl, biomagnification and chemical pollution, environmental disease, endangerment, extinction, globalization and ecotourism within the context of social inequality and social justice. Particular emphasis is given to the deforestation of Africa and the Amazon; introduction of the kingfish to the Quechua and Imara Indians of Southern Peru; the Arctic wilderness and oil drilling; mountaintop removal in West Virginia; chemical pollution of the Great Lakes; creation of compatible environments in Northern Minnesota; and the impact of tourism on Moorea. This course uses historical, biological, sociological, cultural, institutional, and environmental perspectives to examine the connections between animals, people and our environment. On-site visits are included in the course content.
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  • SOC 2633: Animals in Literature

    3.00 Credits
    Notre Dame de Namur University

    Through fiction, poetry, drama, and literate nonfiction, this course examines the varied and significant roles that animals have played in human life throughout history and continue to play in contemporary society. Works by U.S. authors as well as some from other cultures are read to explore the ways in which literature uses companion animals and wildlife, real as well as imagined, to shape and reflect social values. Readings are approached from sociological, psychological, and literary perspectives. Students develop their own body of creative writing exercises with animals as theme and character.
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  • SOC 2692: Animals,People,Environment-Field

    1.00 Credits
    Notre Dame de Namur University

    This course is a stand-alone, community-based learning class involving on-site visits to locations that facilitate learning about the connections between people, wildlife and our natural environment through direct involvement. Depending on the opportunities available during a given semester, on-site locations might include (but are not limited to) a botanical garden; humane farm; reservoir; wildlife hospital; nature center, museum, community garden project; marine laboratory; salt-marsh ecosystem; woodland preserve; urban restoration endeavor and animal sanctuary/reserve. Within the context of the class, students participate in one or more projects that benefit the eco-community and, in doing so, learn about their part in the local and global systems as well as the complexities of environmental issues. Topics are examined relative to various kinds of cultures including ethnic, social class, gender, region, lifestyle and especially species. Format centers on off-campus activities though classroom-style instruction is involved. This course is deliberately scheduled on weekend days to provide the flexibility and time for the on-site visits. (List of exact activities for the semester are available during early registration).
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  • SOC 2725: Social Problems[CDiv

    3.00 Credits
    Notre Dame de Namur University

    This course studies the social roots of such contemporary community issues as poverty, homelessness, drugs, inequality, HIV/AIDS, domestic abuse, alienation, and institutionalized violence. A significant part of class time is spent in the field, learning from community agencies and individuals involved in the problems that are explored.
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  • SOC 2741: Social Class and Social Inequality

    3.00 Credits
    Notre Dame de Namur University

    Explores the social class structure in the United States: its roots, trends, and effects of inequality. Values and characteristics of various social classes are explored. Comparisons to stratification systems in other countries are addressed.
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  • SOC 2749: Political Sociology

    3.00 Credits
    Notre Dame de Namur University

    Examines political power, activism, and change in workplaces, labor unions, elections, social movements, and local communities. Political attitudes and behavior are analyzed with respect to social class, economic trends, minority/majority status, and media influence.
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  • SOC 2765: Time Management

    0.50 - 1.00 Credits
    Notre Dame de Namur University

    Examines sociological and psychological issues underlying time utilization and presents a management plan in which daily schedules hinge on life goals. Study techniques that enhance learning and minimize study time are also presented and practiced. Units vary with semester in which class is offered.
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  • SOC 2886: Special Topics in Sociology

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Notre Dame de Namur University

    Various courses are offered providing elective units in Sociology. Topics offered in the past include Understanding and Assisting Homeless Children, Social Action through the Arts, and Case Studies in Migration, Transmigration, and Exile.
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  • SOC 2999: Independent Study in Sociology

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Notre Dame de Namur University

    Provides an opportunity for independent study or research under the direction of an instructor. See Undergraduate Policies and Procedures section on Independent Study.
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  • THE 1000: Introduction to the Theatre

    3.00 Credits
    Notre Dame de Namur University

    Provides a survey of artistic collaborations, materials, and processes used in the creation of theatre arts events through a study of the evolution of drama, comparisons of playwrights, actors, directors and performance styles, design processes, and stage technology. Fulfills the Core Curriculum Arts Requirement.
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