Sociology

Classes

SOCI 210: Introduction to Sociology

Credits 3
This course introduces the rudimentary elements of society. This course includes introducing the dynamics of society, culture, social groups, social institutions, socialization, social processes, and social structure in looking at human behavior.

SOCI 245: Enviromental Sociology

Credits 3

This course addresses the relationship between human beings, their social organization, and the environment, both “natural” and “built.” In this course we will examine how society and the economy have developed its relationship to the environment; the sociology of the environmental movement; the environmental racism/environmental justice movement; motivations and actions of radical environmental movements; utopian proposals for becoming a sustainable society. Of special concern in this course will be issues related to social stratification, power, and environmental/ecological issues.

SOCI 250: Juvenile Delinquency

Credits 3
This course analyzes young people's delinquent behavior in our society using various studies of the topic. The course provides an intensive study of the nature and extent of juvenile delinquency. Also, it addresses the nature of youth crime and how to reduce the amount of juvenile delinquency. The course offers students a greater understanding of the present juvenile justice system, including the biological, psychological, and sociological approaches to reduce juvenile crime. The course emphasizes the relationship between delinquent behavior and today'92s social and political conditions.