• SOC 3610: Juvenile Delinquency

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course is an exploration of past and current delinquency theories, trends, and issues. Topics included in this course are an extensive review of theory; female delinquency; gangs; the juvenile justice system; police and juveniles; the role of family, peers, schools, and drugs on delinquency; and juvenile corrections today. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): SOC 1010 or SOC 1020 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D- Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    SOC 1010 O SOC 1020
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• SOC 3700: Crime and Society

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course is a survey and exploration of crime including a review of classic and contemporary criminological theories, trends in crime, and a brief historical overview. Specific topics will include property crimes, violent crimes and hate crimes, white-collar crimes, organized crime, and police discretion. The criminal justice system will be explored as a process, focusing on the U.S. correctional system today, the prison system, and alternatives to prison. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): SOC 1010 or SOC 1020 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D- Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    SOC 1010 O SOC 1020
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• SOC 3780: Social Theory

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course provides an introduction to the major strands of social theory of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. Emphasizes the contributions of individual thinkers from each of the key traditions?conflict, functionalist, interactionist, structuralist, feminist, and post-modernist/post-structuralist. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): None
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• SOC 3800: Urban Sociology

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  History of the rise of urban/industrial societies. Examination of the social and economic structures and organization of modern cities. Emphasis on urban social ecology and modern urban social conditions. (Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): SOC 1010 or SOC 1020 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D- Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    SOC 1010 O SOC 1020
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• SOC 3850: Anthropology and Sociology of Religion

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course examines religion as a key societal institution and cultural practice. Ethnographic studies illustrate classical and contemporary theories on the meaning, function, and interpretation of religious experience. The intersection of religion with ethnicity, class, gender, and politics is explored. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): None
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• SOC 3900: Social Movements

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course is an examination of how social movements arise and are maintained, of why certain kinds of movements emerge, and of what impact they have upon society, both globally and locally. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): None
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• SOC 4000: Political Sociology

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  The course is a survey of sociological approaches to power, government, and politics. It will identify key concepts and theories, analyze substantive issues, and consider current research. Contemporary issues and problems will be examined as well. The course will focus on in-class discussion and a student term paper. Can also be counted as a Political Science credit. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): SOC 1010 or SOC 1020 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D- Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    SOC 1010 O SOC 1020
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• SOC 4100: Sociology of Health and Medicine

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course explores the social construction of health, illness, and healing. Current issues surrounding alternative health care, nutrition, mind/body relationships, and societal change will also be examined. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): SOC 1010 or SOC 1020 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D- Registration Restriction(s): Junior or Senior standing required Prerequisite:    SOC 1010 O SOC 1020
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• SOC 4187: Humanitarian Aid and Development

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course looks at human society as related to so-called ?development? and humanitarian aid in the broader context of globalization. Social scientists focus on the local-level processes and experiences, and work to situate those in the larger, macro-level settings. This class will address important themes: 1) cross-cultural and historical perspectives on global relationships; 2) humanitarian aid through political and economic lenses; and 3) community-based approaches to development. (Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1010 or SOC 1010 or SOC 1020 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D- Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    ANTH 1010 O SOC 1010 O SOC 1020
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• SOC 4301: Social Welfare Policy and Services

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course examines political and legislative processes that influence the development of social policy and services. Emphasis is on policy-analysis skills at the agency and societal level and teaches both conceptual and analytical skills needed to examine social policies and programs. The course will also draw upon liberal arts background in referring to those economic and political factors that influence the development of social policy. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): PSY 1010 or SOC 1010 or SOC 1020 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D- Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    PSY 1010 O SOC 1010 O SOC 1020
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