Sociology (SOC)
Introduces fundamental concepts in sociology including, the scientific method, sociological theories, socialization, social structure, and culture. Examines how US society and culture are shaped by race, ethnicity, social class, gender, and sexuality. 3 lecture hrs/wk
Analyzes major social institutions from a sociological perspective, including family, religion, government, and education. Critically examines the influence of institutions on individuals and communities, strategies for social change, and cross-cultural differences in institutions. 3 lecture hrs/wk
Social issues and social problems explored from a sociological perspective. Critically examines academic research and accounts from journalists through debates about topics such as poverty, drugs, crime, urban affairs, public health, and gender issues. 3 lecture hrs/wk
Examines fundamental concepts and theories of delinquency, highlighting social influences on delinquency. Introduces the history and present day functioning of the juvenile court system and explores primary, secondary, and tertiary delinquency prevention efforts. 3 lecture hrs/wk
Introduction to the sociological analysis of contemporary sport issues. Explores sociological manifestations of stratification, discrimination, globalization, socialization, violence, race, and gender in amateur and professional athletics. Analyzes the ways sports are entangled in social, cultural, political, and economic forces, in the US and globally. 3 lecture hrs/wk
Designed to help students understand the cultures of addiction and recovery. Examines the impact of addiction and recovery on social factors, including culture, economy, mental and physical health, and family and community violence. Issues related to drug policy, treatment, and recovery will also be addressed. 3 lecture hrs/wk
Designed to help students understand the cultures of addiction and recovery. Examines the impact of addiction and recovery on social factors, including culture, economy, mental and physical health, and family and community violence. Issues related to drug policy, treatment, and recovery will also be addressed. 3 lecture hrs/wk
Qualified students work at training sites that provide experience appropriate to their major. These experiences will provide the opportunity for students to gain knowledge of various tasks performed in their career field. A student may take any number of CWE credits per term, not to exceed 13 credits per year. 1 credit = 33