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Social Science
S407 Social and Political Movements 3 credits
This course examines the life cycle and impact of social and political movements, focusing on how the
process of frame alignment, mobilizing networks and political opportunities shape movements. Also
offered as PS334. Prerequisite: PS102 or S110.
S425 Ethnicity, Class and Gender 3 credits
This course provides numerous theoretical perspectives on ethnicity, class and gender along with a variety
of activities which ensure each student an opportunity for developing an experience base with members
of various ethnic, social class and gender communities. Also offered as CJ425. Prerequisite: S110.
S443 Sociology of the Family 3 credits
A comprehensive study of the family and associated institutions, theories and research in American
family structure and function, cross-cultural comparisons, family interaction dynamics, disorganization,
and change is included. Prerequisite: S110.
S450 Understanding Demography 3 credits
This course provides the student with an introduction to the science of population. It examines how
population demographics impact all aspects of modern societies, including (but not limited to) poverty,
illness and health, marriage and divorce, urbanization and political power. The student examines the
various theoretical approaches to this science, as well as the value choices behind demographic policies.
Prerequisite: S110
S469 Individual Research 1-3 credits
Individual research supervised by the department.
S489 Thesis Development 1 credit
In this course the student starts on the thesis requirement for the social science and sociology majors.
The student is expected to select a topic and design the research project. The course is conducted
primarily on an independent basis in consultation with an advisor. Prerequisite: S350.
S490 Research in Sociology 2 credits
In this course the student is expected to complete an original research project which is required for the
social science and sociology majors. Prerequisite: S489.
S496/497 Sociology Internship 1–17 credits
This off-campus internship provides qualified juniors or seniors an opportunity to participate in field
experience under the guidance and supervision of competent professionals. Prerequisite: consent of
department chair.
S498 Internship Integration 1 credit
This in-depth paper, written under supervision of sociology faculty, involves an integration of theoretical
and experience research related to the student’s social science or sociology internship. Prerequisites:
minimum six-credit internship and consent of department chair.
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