20 - Sociology

20-100 Principles of Sociology

This course provides an explanation of the general principles of Sociology, including social organization, culture, socialization processes, primary and secondary groups, social stratification, collective behavior and social deviance. Basic principles are applied to family, intergroup relations, business and politics.

3

20-106 Topics in Sociology

This course provides students the opportunity to study topics of interest to sociologists. Subject matter will vary.

3

20-108 Introduction to Women's Studies

This course introduces students to the history of the women's movement in the U.S. and examines the construction and experience of gender across multicultural and global perspectives. It is designed to enhance interdisciplinary dialogue, to locate women's voices and experiences in the stream of intellectual history, and to demonstrate how the present issues of feminist discourse emerged. Both women and men are encouraged to explore their own questions about gender in this course.

3

20-206 Topics in Sociology

This course provides students with the opportunity to study historical and contemporary issues of interest to sociologists. Topics will vary.

3

20-220 Marriage and the Family

Marriage and the family are studied from a sociological point of view. Topics include the biological bases of the family, dating, mate selection, divorce and changes in marriage and the family.

3

20-260 Workshop in Sociology

Workshops appropriate to the intensive study of particular sociological concepts, structures, and phenomena are offered periodically. Topics will vary.

1

20-290 Cultural Diversity and Intergroup Relations

Students examine information on U.S. racial, ethnic and religious groups, including analysis of class, age and gender inequality. Topics include the history and minority experience of U.S. groups, current status and contributions of these groups, and strategies for reducing intolerance and improving intergroup relationships.

3

Prerequisites

20-100 or 26-100 or 18-200.

20-315 Sociology of Latinas/os in the United States

The social structure of Latina/o populations in the United States is studied, with special emphasis on immigration, economic structure, roles of community, family, gender, religion and politics, as they relate to US Latina/o identity.

3

20-340 Sociology of Careers and Occupations

What job opportunities are available, and what do they offer? Which skills do people need to work successfully with others? What makes people happy with their jobs? How are new technologies creating career opportunities? This course explores these questions.

3

20-345 Sociology of Delinquent Behavior

Special problems of delinquency in America are studied in relation to theories of juvenile delinquency, empirical studies, analysis of the juvenile justice system and evaluation of juvenile treatment alternatives.

3

20-350 Sociology of Criminal Behavior

Criminal patterns of behavior are studied, as well as theories of crime causation. Differences in approaches toward criminals, preventive programs as possible solutions to crime and social problems leading to unrest and disruption are also evaluated.

3

20-360 Sociology of Conflict and Cooperation

This course examines what causes conflict, violence and war: why people fight and how one can turn conflicts into opportunities for making friends.

3

20-370 Sociology of Gender

The social aspects of being male or female are examined. Topics include personal development, careers, leadership, sexuality, mass media, sports and social deviance.

3

20-380 Sociology of American Popular Culture

Popular culture and its impact on American cultural values and institutions are explored. Major forms of pop culture include TV, sports, music, movies, humor, fashion and computers.

3

20-388 Women's Studies Capstone Seminar

This seminar emphasizes interdisciplinary methodology and students' independent research. Designed to be an integrating experience, the seminar will focus on blending theory and application through reading, discussion, writing, and an original research or service project.

3

Prerequisites

Permission of instructor.

20-389 Capstone in African American Studies

The course is designed for the student completing the African American Studies minor. The course integrates the student's prior coursework in African American Studies, and provides additional perspectives. Students are expected to conduct some independent scholarship and/or participate in a service learning contribution to the Lewis African American community.

3

20-390 Capstone in Latin American and Latina/Latino Studies

This course is designed for the student completing the Latin American and Latina/Latino Studies minor. This course integrates the student's prior coursework in the minor and provides additional perspectives. Students are expected to conduct some independent scholarship and participate in a service learning contribution to a Latina/o community as well as share those experiences with the Lewis University community, especially the Latina/o community at Lewis University.

3

Prerequisites

09-390 and 18-335.

20-399 Independent Study

The student and instructor work in a one-to-one relationship. The course content might include a specific sociological topic, reading in a specific area or a combination of both.

1-3

Prerequisites

Senior or Junior Sociology major, 3.00 GPA or above in Sociology, and consent of faculty advisor. To qualify for an Independent Study, a student must have successfully completed 60 credit hours, at least 12 of which were earned at Lewis, and have earned at Lewis University a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.

20-492 Special Topics in Sociology

Students undertake an intensive analysis of a specific problem area in sociology. Topics vary with the semester.

3

Prerequisites

Consent of instructor.

20-496 Research Methods

The methodology and techniques of sociological research are considered, including theory and research, research designs and settings, sampling methods, the principle of measurement, and data collection and analysis.

3

20-497 Applied Sociology

This course considers the sociological issues most relevant to American society and students' occupational interests. Students learn to apply theory and related research to concrete situations in their lives and future careers. The course fulfills the advanced writing requirement.

3

20-498 Internship

This internship places students in a community organization so as to further their understanding of the social environment and facilitate their transition into a career.

3

Prerequisites

Consent of instructor.