201. Introduction to Sociology: Three hours
An introductory survey of society in which social institutions, social processes, and patterns of social interaction are studied and related to contemporary life.
206. Cultural Anthropology: Three hours
An introduction to anthropology, with emphasis on the growth and spread of culture, and comparisons of primitive and modern cultures.
207. Social Stratification: Class, Race, and Gender: Three hours
Prerequisite: SOC 201
An investigation into the nature of inequality in the United States and the social forces that work to perpetuate it, with emphasis on the intersection of class, race, and gender inequalities.
208. Social Problems: Three hours
Prerequisite: SOC 201
An introductory course in social problems in modern society involving causes and constructive methods of treatment and prevention.
211. Poverty and Inequality: Three hours
This course explores the causes and consequences of poverty and inequality on local and global levels. Students will explore the interaction between poverty and inequality, while evaluating the myths, facts, and social policies that relate to these issues. The course readings and class discussion will focus on research seeking to explain, eradicate, and prevent poverty, leading to a general understanding of key issues in the field. Each student will select a particular issue related to poverty and inequality for further individual study. Students will engage with course material through reading assignments, individual reflection, group discussion, and field experience.
275. Multiculturalism: A Perspective (See PSY 275): Three hours
This course is designed as a way of helping students perceive the cultural diversity of U.S. Citizenry so that they may develop pride in their own cultural legacy, awaken to the ideals embodied in the cultures of their neighbors, and develop an appreciation of the common humanity shared by all peoples of the earth. (Required of all education majors.)
305. Historical Development of Social, Economic and Intellectual Thought: Three hours
Prerequisite: SOC 201
An examination of social, economic, and sociological theory from Enlightenment to the present, with concentrations on sociological theories of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
306. Social Class: three hours
Prerequisite: SOC 201
A study of the forces that work to perpetuate the United States social class structure, with an emphasis on the problems and causes of poverty. This course also has a service-learning component in which students do some work with organizations that help the poor.
308. Minorities: Three hours
Prerequisite: SOC 201
A study of the social development of contemporary minority groups with a preliminary emphasis on the psychological and sociological processes involved in prejudice and discrimination.
309. Social Science Statistics (See PSY 309): Three hours
A study of basic measures of central tendency. Includes Z- and T-scores, ANOVA, Correlation and Regression (bivariate), and Chi-squared.
310. Sociology of the Family: Three hours
Prerequisite: SOC 201
A study of the establishment and development of the family and family organization.
408. Research Design: Three hours
Prerequisites: SOC 201
A study of the principles and methods of social and behavioral research.
410. Social Psychology (See PSY 410): Three hours
Social Psychology is focused on the behavior of individuals as they interact with others and are influenced by the social factors of society. Attitudinal formation and change, motivation, social roles, aggression, and altruism are examined. The individual is examined in small and large group interactions.
411. Special Studies: Three hours
Prerequisite: Approval by the Department Head
A course for upperclassmen seeking to complete requirements in their major or minor disciplines. Subjects will be taught that do not appear in the college catalog but are of value to a student in her career objectives and/or graduate studies.
412. Special Studies: Three hours
Prerequisite: Approval by the Department Head
A course for upperclassmen seeking to complete requirements in their major or minor disciplines. Subjects will be taught that do not appear in the college catalog but are of value to a student in her career objectives and/or graduate studies.
413. Special Studies: Three hours
Prerequisite: Approval by the Department Head
A course for upperclassmen seeking to complete requirements in their major or minor disciplines. Subjects will be taught that do not appear in the college catalog but are of value to a student in her career objectives and/or graduate studies.
414. Special Studies: Three hours
Prerequisite: Approval by the Department Head
A course for upperclassmen seeking to complete requirements in their major or minor disciplines. Subjects will be taught that do not appear in the college catalog but are of value to a student in her career objectives and/or graduate studies.
420. Gender Issues: Three hours
Prerequisite: SOC 201
A historical and sociological examination of gender relations primarily in the United States. Some emphasis will be placed on the implications of feminist theory for sociological theory in general.
449, 450. Independent Study: Three hours each course
Prerequisite: Approval of the Department Head and Academic Dean
Supervised study in an area mutually agreed upon in sociology studies and designed to meet the student's need.
471, 472. Internship: Three hours each
Prerequisite: A minimum of six (6) hours in Behavioral Science and permission of the Department Head and Academic Dean
An educational experience where the student is exposed, through actual observations and participation, to the various aspects of a work situation.