SOCI 314 — Sociological Theory
In this course, students will explore how sociologists use theory to understand the social world. This course introduces key sociological theories from the 19th century to the present, exploring major schools of thought and the intellectual contexts that shaped them. Students will engage with foundational texts, examine theorists¿ core arguments, and consider how theory connects abstract ideas to real-world observations. By the end of the course, students will have a stronger grasp of sociology¿s foundations and how theory continues to shape the field.