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SOCIOLOGY (SOCI)
(DESCRIPTIONS AND PREREQUISITES)
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| SOCI 201 |
Introduction to Sociology |
3 CR |
| Why do we behave the way we do? Why do people change? Why do people deviate? This course helps students to understand how they are influenced by group situations and relationships. The focus is on the study of cultures, institutions, and social groups. Basic principles for the study of society are explored. |
| SOCI 201H |
Introduction to Sociology-Honors |
3 CR |
| Prerequisite: see catalog, KCC Honors Program (page 6). An honors course for highly-motivated students in SOCI 201. Entry to honors status only by department approval. Emphasis on individual study and personal and/or group projects. |
| SOCI 202 |
Social Problems |
3 CR |
| The sociological study of current social problems such as delinquent and criminal structures, substance abuse and addiction, the changing family, race and gender relations, issues in mental and physical health, the political system, and the interrelation of population growth, environmental concerns, and the internationalization of the work force. SOCI 201 is recommended before enrolling in this course. |
| SOCI 203 |
Marriage and Family |
3 CR |
| This course analyzes from a cross-cultural perspective how individuals within the family structure are influenced by a society's culture, institutions, and social groups. Topics include love, marriage, divorce, parenting, sexuality, conflict resolution, and aging. Since we do not formally prepare people for their role in marriage and the family-this is a must course. SOCI 201 is recommended prior to taking this course. |
| SOCI 204 |
Race and Ethnic Relations |
3 CR |
| Students will discover whether their ancestors experienced prejudice and discrimination, why they did or did not, and how individuals and a society can resolve racial and cultural issues. Group relations in different countries will be analyzed with a major emphasis on African Americans, Hispanics, Europeans, Asians, and Gypsies in the United States. |
| SOCI 250 |
Multicultural Relations |
3 CR |
| This course is designed to explore the question of what type of intergroup interaction is desirable and possible. Minority/dominant relations are examined to expose historical bias. Categories discussed will be race, gender, ethnicity, the physically challenged, and sexual orientation. Readings will be multidisciplinary, including social science, history, and literature. |
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