SOCI - Sociology

SOCI-10000 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

SOCI-10600 Topics in Sociology

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

3

SOCI-10800 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

SOCI-20600 Topics in Sociology

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

3

SOCI-22000 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

SOCI-26000 Workshop in Sociology

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

1

SOCI-29000 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

SOCI 10000, PSYC 10000 or POLS 20000

SOCI-31500 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

SOCI-34000 Work 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

SOCI-34500 Juvenile Delinquency

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

SOCI-35000 Criminology

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

SOCI-36000 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

SOCI-36010 Social Deviance and Control

Students in this course examine the causes deviant behavior and address the question of who, if anyone, benefits from deviance. In addition, the students learn how society has attempted to prevent and control deviance and address the question whether rehabilitation is possible. Both criminal and non-criminal forms of deviant behavior are examined.

3

SOCI-37000 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

SOCI-38000 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

SOCI-38800 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

Consent of instructor

SOCI-38900 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 African American community.

3

SOCI-39000 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

HIST 39000 and POLS 33500

SOCI-39900 Independent Study

The student and instructor work in a one-to-one relationship. The course content might include reading on a specific subject in Sociology.

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 University, and have earned at Lewis University a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.

SOCI-49200 Special Topics in Sociology

Students undertake an intensive analysis of a specific topic in Sociology. Topics vary with the semester.

3

Prerequisites

Consent of instructor

SOCI-49600 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

SOCI-49700 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 communities. The course fulfills the advanced writing requirement.

3

SOCI-49800 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