SOC 105 - Marriage and the Family - Fall

Sociological perspectives on premarital, marital and familial relationships including mate selection, sexuality and sex roles, legal and economic aspects of marriage, growth and conflict, parenthood and marital dissolution.

SOC 111 - World Cultures - Fall 

The formulation of cultural typologies and ethnological theory. A survey of both primitive and peasant cultures with detailed examination of specific societies.

SOC 150 - Sociological Foundations - Fall/Spring/Sum I, II 

Examines the interaction of the individual with his or her society. Socialization, social inequality, social groups, social institutions, and social change will also be studied. Students will be asked to express their ideas in both oral and written form.

SOC 202 - Social Issues - Odd Years/Spring

An in-depth discussion of selected issues that have a fundamental impact on the social world. Emphasis on the analysis of social problems and the development of possible approaches to them. Prerequisite: SOC 150.

SOC 205 - Social Inequality in America - Odd Years/Fall

An examination of prestige categories, economic stratification, power structures, social mobility and social class. Conflicts deriving from these social conditions are studied. Prerequisite: SOC 150.

SOC 210 - Sociology of Work - Spring

Explores the nature, history and meaning of work, the different types of work and the changing nature of modern work. Prerequisite: PSYC 150 or SOC 150.

SOC 215 - Sociology of Criminal Behavior - Odd Years/Spring

An evaluation of the extensiveness and causes of deviant behavior and a critical assessment of the justice and corrections systems. Prerequisites: PSYC 150; SOC 150.

SOC 221 - Introduction to Social Work - Even Years/Spring

A general introduction to the goals, problems, practices and procedures of social work. Prerequisite: SOC 150.

SOC 224 - Employee Assistance Programs - Odd Years/Fall 

An introduction to the history, development and design of employee assistance programs. Emphasis on in-house treatment programs, referral networks and individual consultations. Prerequisites: SOC 150, PSYC 150.

SOC 228 - Eastern European Literature and Culture 

A study of the literature, culture and history of Eastern Europe. Special emphasis on the effects of Eastern European immigration on American culture and values. Lectures and discussions based on translated literary texts. Dual listed as MLNG 228.

SOC 255 - Sociology of Sports 

Explores effect of athletics on modern American social life. These influences are approached sociologically and an attempt is made to assess the impact of athletics on our social institutions. Prerequisite: SOC 150.

SOC 307 - Hispanic Culture in America

An exploration of the sociological effects of Hispanic immigration to America. Focuses on the interaction of Hispanic and traditional American culture and the effects on each in terms of education, values, politics, economics and the family. Prerequisite: SOC 150.

SOC 308 - American Ethnic Groups - Even Years/Fall 

A study of the cultural values of selected American ethnic groups and their interaction with the dominant American society. Prerequisite: SOC 150.

SOC 309 - Sociology of the African-American Experience - Even Years/Spring 

An exploration of the history of people of African descent in America. Considers African-American relationships with social institutions and their effects relative to child development, education, politics, economics and family structure. Prerequisite: SOC 150.

SOC 326 - Community Resources - Even Years/Fall 

A study of local, state and federal social service and mental health organizations and agencies. Emphasis on services provided, referral procedures and inter-relationships of various agencies. Prerequisites: SOC 150, PSYC 150.

SOC 352 - Research Methodology in Human Sciences - Spring 

Emphasis is on understanding the use of methodology, experimental controls, data analysis and scientific communication in psychological and sociological research. Dual listed as PSYC 352. Prerequisite: MATH 175.

SOC 355 - Mysticism and Society

A critique of the existing scientific world view and exploration of a developing world view based on symbols, mystery and sacredness. Prerequisite: SOC 150.

SOC 401 - Theories of Sociology 

Examines classical theories of sociology, such as the theories of Comte, Weber, Marx and Durkheim. In addition, modern existential and materialistic ideologies, such as communism, socialism, capitalism and colonial revolution in the light of current world conflicts. Prerequisite: Senior standing.

SOC 412 - Seminar in Human Sciences - Fall/Sum

Independent research and study for experience in sophisticated methodology and interpretation of the results of research. Dual listed as PSYC 412. Prerequisite: Senior standing.

SOC 497, SOC 498 - Honors Seminar in Human Sciences I, II Each Course

Various topics, pursued in depth, chosen at the discretion of the department. Dual listed as PSYC 497, PSYC 498. Prerequisite: Permission.

SOC 295, SOC 395, SOC 495 - Special Topics in Sociology I, II, III 1-6 credits

SOC 296, SOC 396, SOC 496 - Independent Study in Sociology I, II, III 1-6 credits

Special Request Independent Study Fee: $40 per credit.