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SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology (3)
A course reflecting the basic concerns of sociology and designed to fulfill the General Education requirements for non-majors and for teacher certification.
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SOC 201 Social Problems (3)
An examination of issues of timely importance to Americans generally, and to West Virginians in particular, emphasizing sociological explanations of underlying social factors.
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SOC 210 Deviant Behavior (3)
A study of deviance as social process. Considers historical and cross-cultural variation in definitions of deviance; the process of labeling deviant behavior; and the development and management of deviant identities.
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SOC 221 Gender & Sexualities (3)
Examination of gender and sexualities as cultural constructions and organizing principles of social structure. Topics covered include: representations of gender and sexuality in popular culture, socialization and development of gender and sexual identities, and how social institutions influence expectations and consequences of gender and sexuality.
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SOC 229 Sociology of Law (3)
This course explores the complex relationships between the legal system and the everyday social world while also exploring the importance of authority, power and identity. It provides students with tools and knowledge to critically analyze and better understand their social environment and everyday notions of legal authority and experience.
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SOC 233 Wealth and Poverty (3)
An examination of the structure of wealth and power in United States society, including causes and consequences of poverty. Topics include: the changing American class structure, the social impacts of major economic systems, federal and state policies, income inequality, distribution of wealth, calculation of the poverty line, and potential solutions to poverty.
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SOC 301 Sociology of Families (3)
A study of the forms of family organization and structure; processes of courtship and relationship development; the contemporary role of families in society; parenthood; family crisis; family in transition.
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SOC 303 Criminology (3)
A study of the causes of crime and criminal behavior. Major categories of crime, including property crime, violent crime and white-collar crime are considered.
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SOC 305 Professional Issues (1)
This course helps sociology majors prepare for life after college graduation. Topics include clarification of career goals, job searching, developing a resume, interviewing, researching graduate programs, applying to graduate school, developing a personal statement and taking the GRE.
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SOC 307 Social Psychology (3)
An examination of the dynamics of people interacting with one another in American culture. Emphasis is on everyday occurrences and the interrelationship of individuals, groups, and society as a whole.
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SOC 320 Special Topics in Sociology (1-3)
Prerequisites: To be specified by instructor.
Courses on various topics in sociology. Topics of study will be indicated on student’s transcript. May be taken for credit repeatedly.
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SOC 321 Social Movements (3)
Discussion of collective behavior, movements, and activism from a sociological point of view. Examination of characteristics of social movements and evaluation of their success or failure. Particular emphasis on social movement theories, including classical approaches such as resource mobilization and political opportunity and incorporating newer cultural theories such as framing, culture, and emotions.
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SOC 322 Drugs and Society (3)
This course looks at the major facts and issues concerning criminal justice and drug-taking behavior in America today. Building on sociological theory, the class explores the social problems associated with drug use and the theoretical reasons for drug use and abuse. It delves into the complex relationship between drug-taking behavior and crime.
Also listed as: CRIM 322 .
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SOC 326 Medical Sociology (3)
This course considers the social context of health, illness, disease and mortality. A variety of social, cultural, historical, political and economic forces impacting health and illness are examined. Topics include structural and cultural dimensions of health, health inequalities, the medical profession, the experience of illness, and the organization of healthcare. Throughout the course we will apply sociological theory and recent research from the social sciences to analyze contemporary issues in medicine.
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SOC 329 Minority Group Relations (3)
A study of the nature and dynamics of social groups focusing on the socio-historical factors contributing to the existence and maintenance of minorities. The interlocking nature of oppression due to the manifestation of prejudice and discrimination based on ethnicity, race, age, gender, religion, and sexual orientation are stressed throughout the course.
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SOC 339 Movies & U.S. Society (3)
Movies as a form of popular culture. Analysis of films released in the early, mid, and late 20th century to draw conclusions regarding the ways that movies both shape and are shaped by the socio-historical context in which they are created. Particular emphasis on the depiction of social problems during various historical eras, especially competing and changing images of class, race, ethnicity, gender, and politics. Technical and aesthetic aspects of filmmaking will be discussed only when they relate to the portrayal of social issues.
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SOC 399 Research Methods (3)
Prerequisites: Junior standing or consent of instructor.
Basic techniques of research in the social sciences are covered including development of research questions and hypotheses, conceptualization, measurement of variables and sampling. Specific methods of qualitative and quantitative research are examined.
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SOC 406 Sociological Theory (3)
Prerequisites: Junior standing or consent of instructor.
An analysis of contributions to sociological theory dating from the late 1800’s; special emphasis given to major schools and theorists.
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SOC 430 Senior Seminar (3)
Prerequisites: Senior standing and either SOC 398 or SOC 399
Students conduct an independent research project with the guidance of departmental faculty.
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SOC 440 Independent Study (3)
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Also listed as: CRIM 440 .
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SOC 450 Sociology Internship (3-12)
Prerequisites: Senior level sociology majors only. Consent of instructor required.
The supervised internship provides students with the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations in an appropriate private, government or non-profit setting.
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SOC 480 Honors Courses (3)
Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of the faculty. This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work. Interested students should contact the Department Chairperson for further information.
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SOC 481 Honors Courses (3)
Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of the faculty. This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work. Interested students should contact the Department Chairperson for further information.
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