Courses Teaching

Soc 200 - Principles of Sociology

Introduces fundamentals of social life. Presents significant research and theory in areas such as culture, social structure, socialization, deviance, social stratification, and social institutions. Lecture 3 hours per week. 3 credits. This course is offered throughout the year both as a lecture and a DE course.

SOC 215 - Sociology of the Family

Studies topics such as marriage and family in social and cultural context. Addresses the single scene, dating and marriage styles, child-rearing, husband and wife interaction, single parent families, alternative lifestyles. Lecture 3 hours per week. 3 credits.  This course is offered in the Fall and Summer I.

SOC 266 - Minority Group Relations

Investigates minorities such as racial and ethnic groups. Addresses social and economic conditions promoting prejudice, racism, discrimination, and segregation. Lecture 3 hours per week. 3 credits.

SOC 268 - Social Problems

Applies sociological concepts and methods to analysis of current social problems. Includes delinquency and crime, mental illness, drug addiction, alcoholism, sexual behavior, population crisis, race relations, family and community disorganization, poverty, automation, wars, and disarmament. Lecture 3 hours per week. 3 credits.  This course is offered in the Spring.