Sociology Anthropology SS280. Social Communities: Rural and Urban (3) Comparison and contrast of human communities, with special emphasis on urban development and sociological change. 281. Experimental Course Offerings (2-5) S Individual courses offered on an experimental basis, identified by specific name and description. The specific title will appear on student's transcript along with the authorized credit. 292. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs (2-5) Special offerings of other than normal course length, usually an intense exploration of a specific topic, identified by name and description. The title will appear on student's transcript along with authorized credit. 300. Sociology of Death and Dying (3) W In-depth study of death-related social issues, practices, and institutions in American society, with special emphasis on constructive responses to death and dying. Especially recommended to students in the helping professions. (Cross-listed with Gerontology.) 301. Social Stratification (3) S Social class and status in American society, emphasizing how social class membership affects occupation, success, and life chances. 302. Social Organizations (3) A, S Exploration of the nature of modem organizations, how they work, function and affect contemporary society. 303. Sociological Theory - Classical (4) A, S An in-depth study of the classical tradition of sociological thought, especially of Marx, Durkheim, Weber, and Simmel, providing an essential background in the discipline. SS311. Sociology of the Family (3) A, W Structure, function, and contemporary issues facing the changing American family. SS315. Sociology of Childhood (3) W Socialization period of development through age twelve, emphasing the social factors involved. 320. Sex Roles: Past, Present, Future (3) Overview of the differences and similarities in sex roles cross- culturally and over time, with special emphasis on the influences of biology, socialization, and ecology in their origin, perpetuation, and change. (Cross-listed with anthropology.) 321. Concepts of Poverty (3) A Meaning of poverty to individuals and society in general, emphasing methods of combatting the poverty cycle. 322. Sociology of Aging (3) Sociological factors of aging, their influence on behavior and social structures of organizations serving the aging population. 323. Alcoholism (3) W Study of the extent and nature of alcoholism in American society. 326. Juvenile Delinquency (3) A, W Juvenile delinquency as a social phenomenon and its causes involving definitions and agencies of law enforcement and the courts. SS327. Criminology (3) A, W, S Study of the nature, extent, causes, and treatment of crime. 335. Prisons and Correctional Programs (2) S Development and history of U.S. prison systems with emphasis on prison structures, systems, and correction philosophies. 340. Small Group Behavior (3) A, S The formation, structure, and functioning of small groups in terms of group processes, group products, and group decision-making. 341. Sociology of Education (3) Analysis of the structure and function of education as a central social institution in contemporary society. 343. Sociology of Health and Medicine (3) In-depth study of social patterns related to health and medicine, with special emphasis on the health delivery system of the U.S., socialization into the medical professions, the complex organization of hospitals, social epidemiology, and contemporary problems. 350. Socialization in the Life Cycle (3) W Study of how social environment, institutions, groups, and interactive networks influence and shape human behavior through the life cycle. 360. Social Statistics (4) A, W, S Introduction to statistical analysis techniques and the presentation of results. 380. Charismatic Leadership (3) This course focuses on the importance of charismatic leadership and authority. The role of charisma and charismatic leaders in creating and maintaining social realities is examined from the perspectives of classical and contemporary sociological thought. Case studies of such leaders as Hitler, Churchill, Roosevelt, Kennedy, and King are utilized to provide instructive examples. 399. Junior Seminar (1) Designed to sensitize and prepare sociology majors for the job market, graduate school, and career opportunities in sociology. 400. Sociology of Religion (3) A Examination of religion and religious activities from the theoretical perspectives of sociology, with particular emphasis on functional and phenomenological explanations. Special attention is paid to religious phenomena in contemporary American society. Information 402. Social Change (3) The factors which change society and how society changes, emphasizing technological innovation and its implications, social movements and the role of individuals. 403. Sociological Theory - Contemporary (4) S The works of major contemporary theorists (Mead, Parsons, Merton, Goffman, Garfinkel, etc.) and the emergence of current schools of sociological thought. (Sociology 303 recommended, but not required.) 410. American Minorities (3) Social relationships of ethnic and racial groups, their origin and roles they play in American society. 427. Sociology of Law (3) A study of the interchange between law and society, where society creates the law, yet law regulates society. 440. Contemporary Issues in Social Psychology (3) Theoretical and applied theory in contemporary social psychology with emphasis upon understanding the individual and his interpersonal interaction. 466. Applied Research Methods (3) W, S Application and practice of scientific methods of sociological research. Prerequisites: Sociology 360 and 266. 475. Special Topics in Deviance (3) An in-depth exposure to deviance in modem society. The emphasis is theoretical and methodological and will be conducted in the traditional seminar style with individual effort, study, and initiative being essential. Prerequisite: Soclgy 102. 480. Introduction to Marriage Counseling (3) Principles, philosophy, and techniques of premarital, marriage and family counseling. 481. Experimental Course Offerings (2-5) Individual courses offered on an experimental basis, identified by specific name and description. The specific title will appear on student's transcript along with the authorized credit. 490. Special Topics On Crime (3) In-depth study and criminal and delinquent behavior as related to current theoretical issues in sociology. Specific offering will be identified by name and will be listed on student's transcript with authorized credit. Prerequisites: Soclgy 101, 326 or 327. 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs (1-6) 5 Special offerings of other than normal course length, usually an intensive exploration of a specific topic, identified by name and description. The title will appear on student's transcript along with authorized credit. 498. Readings and/or Projects (2-5) A, W, S Individual readings and/or projects for sociology majors. (Maximum of 5 hours applied toward graduation.) Prerequisites: senior standing, permission of instructor, approval of department chair. 222 ANTHROPOLOGY Coordinator: Donald C. McCormick Telephone Contact: Ramona Sessions 626-6237 Description Anthropology is a synthesizing discipline which focuses on humans as bearers of culture and attempts to understand and order the variety of human behavior patterns in a holistic framework. It embraces not only contemporary ethnic groups and their problems, but also the historic and prehistoric past on a world-wide basis. Fields include archaeology, linguistics, ethnology, physical, and social anthropology. Students majoring in the sciences will find archaeology, with its emphasis on the means of scientific problem solving, to be a stimulating discipline for extending their science education into the human arena. Education Students majoring in areas where the primary focus is on humans, particularly the social sciences and the humanities, will find Anthropology, with its strong emphasis on cultural integration, an important and stimulating discipline for a minor. PROGRAM: ANTHROPOLOGY MINOR Student Services General Requirements: • A grade of C or better in minor courses. Specific Requirements: • A minor must have a minimum of 20 credit hours in Anthropology courses. • Anthropology courses required are: Anthro SS101 (5) and 460 (5). • Additional courses can be selected from among the following: Anthro 102 (5), SS204 (5), SS211 (3), 220 (3), 292 (1-6), 294 (2-5), SS310 (5), SS313 (5), 314 (4), 315 (4- 10), 316 (3-5), 350 (3-5), 440 (3), 491 (2-5), 492 (1-6), 499 (2-6). Interdisc. Programs Allied Health Sciences Arts& Humanities Business & Economics Education Natural Sciences Social Sciences Technology 223 Continuing Education