Principles in Sociology
CAS SO 100
An introduction to the major theories and basic principles of sociological analysis. Subjects include methods of social research and investigation; role of individuals in groups, organizations, and society; socialization and education; stratification; race and ethnicity; science, culture, and religion; formal and informal organization; and economic and political systems. 4 cr.

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The American Family
CAS SO 205
Nature of the American family and its ethnic and class variants. Social changes affecting courtship, mate selection, sexual behavior, reproduction, marital stability, and divorce through the life cycle. Social policies affecting family life. Interrelations of family with economy, state, religion, and other institutions. 4 cr.

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Introduction to Ethnic, Race, and Minority Relations
CAS SO 207
A critical exploration of racial and ethnic diversity in American society and its relationship to changes in the rest of the world. Examines the experiences of major minority groups in the United States using basic concepts such as assimilation, pluralism, integration and separatism. Alternative patterns of inter-group relations, drawn from societies like South Africa, Brazil, Canada and Northern Ireland, provide the context in which to evaluate "American Exceptionalism." The course concludes with a consideration of the interplay between democracy, diversity and the future of group conflict in an increasingly globalized world. Meets with CAS AA 207. 4 cr.

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Seminar: The Workplace
CAS SO 333
Prereq: an introductory course in sociology, economics, or management. Deals with job experience, role performance and productivity, power and influence of occupations, structure of workplace, individual career lines, and future job markets. 4 cr.

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Film and Society
CAS SO 345
Prereq: an introductory sociology course or consent of instructor. Several film styles (ethnographic, documentary, social commentary, and narrative) are examined using sociological perspectives drawing from social phenomenology, social construction, ethnomethodology, and semiotics. Students undertake critical commentary and analysis of selected films. 4 cr.

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Contemporary Social Problems
MET SO 204
Relationship between individual and society in the postindustrial world. Problems in areas of work, education, cities, inequality, sexism, medicine, and law. Broad coverage of concepts dealing with alienation, institutional malaise, and societal ills. 4 cr.

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