Sociology - A.A.
Students in this major explore how the interactions between individuals, groups, and the larger society shape and are shaped by social institutions such as the criminal justice system, education, government, economic structures, the media, politics, family, and religion. Using sociological theories and social science research methods, sociology students will examine how socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexualities, etc. affect behavior, interactions, and experiences in diverse societies. With these perspectives and approaches, students will critically examine contemporary social issues and problems.
Courses
- ADMJ 102 — Introduction to Administration of Justice
- ANTH 100 — Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
- ECE 162 — Child Growth and Development
- ECE 153 — Child, Family and Community
- ENGL C1001 — Critical Thinking and Writing
- ENGL 246 — Women’s Literature
- ENGL 245 — Contemporary Literature
- HIST 108 — The United States to 1877
- HIST 110 — The United States Since 1865
- SOC 100 — Sex, Gender, and Society
- SOJU 100 — Sex, Gender, and Society
- SOC 150 — Social Trends and Problems
- SOC 140 — Introduction to Race and Ethnicity
- POL 140
- ETHN 140 — Introduction to Race and Ethnicity
- SOC 102 — Introduction to Sociology
- OR 127