Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work

ANT 150. Cultural Anthropolgy. 3 Hours

CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY - Basic principles of cultural anthropology. Survey of human adaptation to and adjustment of the environment by means of culture; comparison of ways of life among peoples of the world for inferences toward understanding human behavior. Required for anthropology minors.

ANT 300. Evolutn-People&Cultr. 3 Hours

EVOLUTION OF PEOPLE AND CULTURE - Survey of human biological and cultural evolution from prehuman ancestors to settled city-states. Consideration of contemporary peoples at various levels of social complexity.

ANT 306. Culture and Power. 3 Hours

CULTURE AND POWER - Exploration of how culture and power are intertwined in the process of transformation of cultural beliefs and practices around the world. Focus on the ways in which anthropologists have studied modern state formation, and the attendant cultural politics, in local, regional, national, and international contexts. Prerequisite(s): ANT 150.

ANT 310. Culture & Personalty. 3 Hours

CULTURE AND PERSONALITY - Survey of studies investigating the relationship between cultural environment and the individual. Material drawn from both literate and nonliterate societies.

ANT 315. Language and Culture. 3 Hours

LANGUAGE AND CULTURE - Introduction to the scientific study of language and its relationship to other aspects of human behavior.

ANT 320. Anthro of Childhoods. 3 Hours

ANTHROPOLOGY OF CHILDHOODS - Survey of anthropology research on issues related to children and childhood. Cross-cultural comparison of changing conceptions and varied experiences of the developmental stage known singularly as 'childhood', with a special emphasis on children as social agents and childhoods as lived experiences. Prerequisite(s): ANT 150.

ANT 325. Anth of Human Rights. 3 Hours

ANTHROPOLOGY OF HUMAN RIGHTS - An overview of anthropological approaches to human rights, weighing human rights universals against situations of cultural particularity. Prerequisite(s): ANT 150.

ANT 335. Urban Anthropology. 3 Hours

URBAN ANTHROPOLOGY - Survey of anthropology research on urban issues. Considers how cities arose and how urban people make a living, organize, and think. Considers urban futures.

ANT 336. Epidemcs,Pwr&HmnCnd. 3 Hours

EPIDEMICS, POWER AND THE HUMAN CONDITION - Epidemics, Power and the Human Condition.

ANT 352. Cultures-Lat America. 3 Hours

CULTURES OF LATIN AMERICA - Origin and development of ancient civilizations including the Aztec, the Maya, and the Inca. Survey of contemporary cultures, with special emphasis on peasant life.

ANT 356. Cultures of Africa. 3 Hours

CULTURES OF AFRICA - Examination of Africa through the lens of anthropology. Exploration of late colonial and postcolonial eras, with a focus on gender, kinship, ethnicity, politics, religion, and prospects for the future. Consideration of the production of knowledge about and dominant representations of Africa. Prerequisite(s): ANT 150.

ANT 360. Cultures-South Asia. 3 Hours

CULTURES OF SOUTH ASIA - Examination of South Asia through the lens of anthropology. Explores the postcolonial era, South Asia's dynamic religious traditions, the study of caste, 'Bollywood' and popular cultures, Hindu nationalism, and the South Asian diaspora in the West.

ANT 368. Immigration. 3 Hours

IMMIGRATION AND IMMIGRANTS - Perspectives on immigration and ethnicity. Studies of social and economic adaptation of new immigrants and the second generation in communities, cities, and societies. Ethnic change, conflict, and contemporary national and international issues, with an emphasis on human rights. (Same as SOC 368.) Prerequisite(s): (SOC 101 or SOC 204) or ANT 150.

ANT 392. Sp Topics-ANT. 1-6 Hours

SPECIAL TOPICS IN ANTHROPOLOGY - Intensive examination of current thematic, theoretical, or methodological issues from the viewpoint of anthropology. May be repeated as topics change. Prerequisite(s): ANT 150; permission of instructor.

ANT 449. Anthrop Field Work. 1-6 Hours

ANTHROPOLOGICAL FIELD WORK - Formulation and carrying out of a research design in archaeology, physical anthropology, linguistics, or cultural anthropology. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

ANT 477. Honors Thesis. 3 Hours

HONORS THESIS - First of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and department chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consultation with the department chairpersons. Prerequisite(s): Approval of University Honors Program.

ANT 478. Honors Thesis. 3 Hours

HONORS THESIS - Second of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and department chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consultation with the department chairpersons. Prerequisite(s): Approved 477; approval of University Honors Program.

ANT 497. Service Learning Exp. 1 Hour

SERVICE LEARNING EXPERIENCE - Supervised community research or service experience that complements a specific upper division course in Anthropology. Repeatable up to three semester hours. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Corequisite(s): A 300-400 level Anthropology course.

ANT 498. Independent Study. 1-6 Hours

INDEPENDENT STUDY - Research problems or readings of special interest investigated under the guidance of an anthropology staff member. Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chairperson.

SWK 201. SWK-Prac and Prof. 3 Hours

SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE AND PROFESSION - Study of the historical and theoretical underpinnings of the social work profession. Study of social work practice theory and technique.

SWK 303. Commty Prac&Rsrch. 3 Hours

SWK 305. Soc Ser Health Field. 3 Hours

SOCIAL SERVICES IN THE HEALTH FIELD - The role of social services in health care facilities and governmental health programs. U.S. health care policies and programs; methods of social work intervention in medical settings.

SWK 307. Mental Health Serv. 3 Hours

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES - Study of historical perspectives, deinstitutionalization, the community mental health movement, inpatient care, and innovative approaches. Policy and practice implications are examined.

SWK 310. Law & Human Services. 3 Hours

SWK 325. Child Abuse. 3 Hours

CHILD ABUSE - Comprehensive study of child abuse: its history, scope, causal factors, indicators for detection, treatment resources and modalities, and community responsibility.

SWK 327. Parentng:Soc Welfare. 3 Hours

PARENTING: SOCIAL WELFARE ROLE - Comprehensive study of historical and contemporary perspectives on parenting, future of parenting (assessing trends and choices in family structure and function), cross-cultural comparisons, policy and legal aspects of parenting, societal influences on parenting.

SWK 330. Perspectves on Agng. 3 Hours

PERSPECTIVES ON AGING - An introduction to the field of gerontology. Focus on the major physical, psychological, and social dynamics of aging. Selected issues will be highlighted. (Same as SOC 330.).

SWK 331. Death,Dying&Suicide. 3 Hours

DEATH, DYING, AND SUICIDE - Study of the phenomena of death and dying. The role and responsibility of the professional in working with the dying and their survivors. Study of suicide in this society.

SWK 335. SWK & Envir Justice. 3 Hours

SOCIAL WORK AND ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE - Study of the impact of environmental degradation upon individuals and communities and the role of social work in advocating for environmental justice. Topics include health, disasters, environmental degradation, human rights, and advocacy.

SWK 360. International Soc Wrk. 3 Hours

INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL WORK - Study of the role of social workers in international contexts. Topics include migration, globalization, development, conflict, and the ethical implications of social workers practicing internationally.

SWK 370. Social Welfare Policy. 3 Hours

SOCIAL WELFARE POLICY - Study of U.S. social welfare policy and its impact upon populations of interest to social workers and other helping professionals. Topics include history of social welfare policy, ideologies that inform social welfare policy, attention to the gendered nature of social policy, international social welfare policy, contemporary policy debates and the role of social workers and allies in the policy arena.

SWK 392. Special Topics. 1-3 Hours

SWK 401. Community Field Exp. 5 Hours

COMMUNITY FIELD EXPERIENCE - Supervised field experience for students working in a micro or macro practice setting. Concurrent seminar includes intensive basic communication and interviewing skill development. Students spend 150 hours in the agency. Prerequisite(s): SWK 201; permission of instructor.

SWK 465. Independent Study. 1-3 Hours

INDEPENDENT STUDY - Individual research, study, and readings on specific topics and/or projects of importance to social work. Under individual faculty direction. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

SWK 477. Honors Thesis. 3 Hours

HONORS THESIS PROJECT - First of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and department chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consultation with department chairpersons. Prerequisite(s): Approval of University Honors Program.

SWK 478. Honors Thesis. 3 Hours

HONORS THESIS PROJECT - Second of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and department chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consultation with department chairpersons. Prerequisite(s): Approved 477; approval of University Honors Program.

SWK 497. Service Learning Exp. 1 Hour

SERVICE LEARNING EXPERIENCE - Supervised community research or service experience that complements a specific upper division course in Social Work. Repeatable up to three semester hours. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Corequisite(s): A 300-400 level Social Work course.

SOC 101. Prin of Sociology. 3 Hours

PRINCIPLES OF SOCIOLOGY - Study of social groups, social processes, and society; the individual's relationship to society, social structure, social inequality, ethnic minorities, cities and human populations, and social institutions such as the family, education, religion, and government.

SOC 204. Mod Social Problems. 3 Hours

MODERN SOCIAL PROBLEMS - Course to familiarize nonsociology majors with contemporary problems in society; historical development, current status, and analysis of problems, using modern social theories. Content may vary from section to section.

SOC 208. Social Resrch Methds. 3 Hours

SOCIAL RESEARCH METHODS - Study of the logic of research design, data-gathering strategies, types of measurement, and sampling techniques. Both inductive and deductive approaches. Participation in research projects. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204.

SOC 303. Modern Social Theory. 3 Hours

MODERN SOCIAL THEORY - Consideration of the works of modern theorists and major trends in the history of social thought. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204.

SOC 305. Criminological Thry. 3 Hours

CRIMINOLOGICAL THEORY - Study of the major theories of crime; consideration of the implications of theory for the criminal justice system. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204.

SOC 308. Data Analysis. 3 Hours

DATA ANALYSIS - The analysis and interpretation of both quantitative and qualitative social science data. Prerequisite(s): SOC 208. Corequisite(s): SOC 308L.

SOC 308L. Data Analysis Lab. 1 Hour

DATA ANALYSIS LABORATORY - Training in appropriate computer programs and computer analysis of social science data. Prerequisite(s): SOC 208. Corequisite(s): SOC 308.

SOC 309. Commty Prac&Rsrch. 3 Hours

COMMUNITY PRACTICE AND RESEARCH - Study of the design and implementation of community research, including needs assessment and program evaluation in the social service system. (Same as SWK 303.) Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204; permission of instructor.

SOC 321. Soc of Work&Occuptns. 3 Hours

THE SOCIOLOGY OF WORK AND OCCUPATIONS - Survey of the major features of work and occupations in industrial society. The meaning of work, occupational choice and recruitment, occupational socialization, career patterns, and occupational rewards. Unemployment, underemployment, sex-typing, automation and alienation.

SOC 322. Sex Roles & Society. 3 Hours

SEX ROLES AND SOCIETY - Research findings and major analytical approaches to study social and cultural influences on the development of personal sexual identity and relationships between men and women. Major social issues concerning human sexuality.

SOC 323. Juvenile Justice. 3 Hours

JUVENILE JUSTICE - The environmental and internal factors that influence or determine delinquent behavior; roles of individual juvenile offenders, parents or guardians, school, church, police, business community, community agencies, and the juvenile justice and correctional system in preventing and treating delinquent behavior. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204.

SOC 325. Deviant Behavior. 3 Hours

DEVIANT BEHAVIOR - Description of various types of deviant behavior; for example, mental illness, alcoholism, drug addiction, the professional criminal. Study of explanations for the consequences and the role of deviant behavior in modern society. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204.

SOC 326. Law & Society. 3 Hours

LAW AND SOCIETY - Study of the legal system and practices from a sociological point of view; the historical origin and role of the law in society, issues relating to the law as an instrument of social control and/or social change; analysis of the legal profession.

SOC 327. Criminology. 3 Hours

CRIMINOLOGY - Social and cultural nature, origin, and development of law; criminal behavior; crime control. The influence of society in the creation and organization of legal and crime control systems. Biological, psychological, and sociological factors leading to criminal behavior. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204.

SOC 328. Racial&Eth Minorties. 3 Hours

RACIAL AND ETHNIC MINORITIES - Study of the major immigrant and racial groups in the United States and other countries. Issues and problems related to their minority status in the dominant culture.

SOC 330. Perspctves-Agng. 3 Hours

PERSPECTIVES ON AGING - An introduction to the field of gerontology. Focus on the major physical, psychological, and social dynamics of aging. Selected issues will be highlighted. (Same as SWK 330.).

SOC 331. Marriage & Family. 3 Hours

MARRIAGE AND THE FAMILY - Historical, cross-cultural, and current study of social relationships during dating and courtship, interpersonal communication in marriage and family life, sexuality in marriage, adjustments in parenthood, divorce and remarriage, alternatives to traditional marriage, and the future of marriage and family life.

SOC 332. Sociology of Women. 3 Hours

SOCIOLOGY OF WOMEN - Cross-societal analysis of the position of women, with emphasis on industrialized and developing societies. The social positions of women and men in the family, work, politics, and the legal system. Consideration of theories of the biological, psychological, and sociological bases for the behavior and characteristics of women in the context of societal institutions.

SOC 333. Soc of Sexualities. 3 Hours

SOCIOLOGY OF SEXUALITIES - Examination of theoretical and conceptual issues, empirical research and social policies germane to the sociological study of human sexuality. Topics include: sexual identity and orientation; sexuality throughout the life-course; sexual assault and coercive sexuality; social control of sexuality; social locations (race, class, and gender) and sexuality; and the relationship between sexuality and the socio-political process. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204.

SOC 334. Religion & Society. 3 Hours

RELIGION AND SOCIETY - Definitions of religion and its role in society. Traditional and nontraditional expressions of religious life from the viewpoint of society. Varieties of religious experience and the interrelations between religious phenomena and other social institutions and societal behavior. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204.

SOC 336. Orgnztn-Mod Society. 3 Hours

ORGANIZATIONS IN MODERN SOCIETY - Analysis of the dynamics of organizations in modern industrial society. Organizational social psychology, organizational structure and process, and organization-community relations. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204.

SOC 337. Political Sociology. 3 Hours

POLITICAL SOCIOLOGY - Study of political power. Political influence by economic elites, impact of bureaucracies, competing ideologies, alienation and nonvoting, and social movements as challenges to power structures. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204.

SOC 339. Social Inequality. 3 Hours

SOCIAL INEQUALITY - Study of social inequality in society. Emphasis on the processes that divide people into unequal groups based on wealth, status, and power. The effects of inequality on individual life chances and life styles.

SOC 340. Soc Psych-Society. 3 Hours

SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY IN SOCIETY - Survey of the basic principles, concepts, theories, and methods of social psychology from the sociological perspective. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204.

SOC 341. Self & Society. 3 Hours

SELF AND SOCIETY - Study of the relationship between self and others. Socialization, self conceptions, deviant behavior, social influence, and social control.

SOC 342. Collective Behavior. 3 Hours

COLLECTIVE BEHAVIOR - Study of social protest, crowds, social movements, revolution, fads, fashion, public opinion processes, propaganda, and political and social responses to these phenomena. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204.

SOC 343. Mass Comm-Mdrn Socty. 3 Hours

MASS COMMUNICATION IN MODERN SOCIETY - Social-psychological analysis of the structure and processes of mass communication related to advertising, patterns of social behavior, social change, propaganda, censorship, media control, and social institutions.

SOC 344. Interactn Processes. 3 Hours

INTERACTION PROCESSES - Study of the interaction processes of social life. Bargaining and negotiation, cooperation, social influence, solidarity, competition, and conflict. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204.

SOC 345. Soc of Extremism. 3 Hours

SOCIOLOGY OF EXTREMISM - Study of the social understanding and social construction of identity, otherness, difference, and extremism in such cases as the development of white racial extremism in the United States. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204.

SOC 348. Crime,Film&Society. 3 Hours

CRIME, FILM, AND SOCIETY - This course will examine the portrayal of crime and justice in feature length films and how these films influence how our society views issues related to crime. The primary focus will be on the American criminal justice system (law enforcement, courts, and corrections) and the broader topic of justice. Prerequisite(s): (SOC 101 or SOC 204) or CJS 101 or permission of instructor.

SOC 351. Urban Sociology. 3 Hours

URBAN SOCIOLOGY - The study of the development of urban life from ancient times to the present, with an emphasis on contemporary urban population characteristics, social-economic-political structure, and problems. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204.

SOC 352. Community. 3 Hours

COMMUNITY - Study of the interaction of groups and individuals related by common situations, problems and intentions; creation, maintenance, eclipse, and restoration of close social ties in urban neighborhoods, small towns, and groups with similar interests and lifestyles.

SOC 353. Internet Community. 3 Hours

INTERNET COMMUNITY - Internet Community.

SOC 354. Persp on Childhood. 3 Hours

PRESPECTIVE ON CHILDHOOD - Prespective on Childhood.

SOC 355. Famlies&The Economy. 3 Hours

FAMILIES AND THE ECONOMY - The relationship between families and their socio-economic environment. Consideration of public issues including family policy and government programs to assist families. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204.

SOC 368. Immigration. 3 Hours

IMMIGRATION AND IMMIGRANTS - Perspectives on immigration and ethnicity. Studies of social and economic adaptation of new immigrants and the second generation in communities, cities, and societies. Ethnic change, conflict, and contemporary national and international issues, with an emphasis on human rights. (Same as ANT 368.) Prerequisite(s): (SOC 101 or SOC 204) or ANT 150.

SOC 371. Soc of Human Rights. 3 Hours

SOCIOLOGY OF HUMAN RIGHTS - Examination of theories, research, and social policies pertinent to the sociological study of human rights. Topics include: progress and challenges in the evolution and application of human rights norms; global stratification, poverty and human development; social locations (race, class, gender, and age) and human rights; the relationship between human rights and development; and social movements and human rights promotion. Prerequisite(s): (SOC 101 or SOC 204) or permission of instructor.

SOC 392. Sel Topics-SOC. 1-6 Hours

SELECTED TOPICS IN SOCIOLOGY - Examination of a current topic of general interest in sociology. Majors and nonmajors may enroll. Consult composite for topics. May be repeated as topic changes. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204.

SOC 394. Popular Culture. 3 Hours

POPULAR CULTURE IN SOCIETY - Introduction to an understanding of the collective behavior and structured activities of the popular culture and entertainment industry, the nature of musical choice, television, radio, Internet, genres and styles, distribution, performance, and the social construction of culture from a sociological perspective. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204.

SOC 398. Soc Sci Scholrs Sem. 3 Hours

SOCIAL SCIENCE SCHOLARS' SEMINAR - Study and seminar discussion of selected sociological writings and the analysis, interpretation and criticism of these works. Open only to students in the Berry Scholars Program. Prerequisite(s): ENG 198; HST 198.

SOC 408. Sr Project Design. 1 Hour

SENIOR PROJECT DESIGN - Preparation for sociology capstone course with a focus on a workable research topic, literature review, and research methods design. Required for Sociology majors. Prerequisite(s): SOC 303, SOC 308.

SOC 409. Senior Project. 3 Hours

SENIOR PROJECT - Capstone experience for sociology majors consisting of a seminar on research and writing in sociology, an empirical research project of the student's choosing, and a written and oral presentation of the research. Prerequisite(s): SOC 408.

SOC 410. Victimology. 3 Hours

VICTIMOLOGY - The study of victimization including the relationships between victims and offenders, the interactions of victims and the criminal justice system and other social groups and institutions. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204; 12 hours of course work in the social sciences.

SOC 426. Ldrshp-Communities. 3 Hours

LEADERSHIP IN BUILDING COMMUNITIES - Investigation of the processes by which urban neighborhoods develop themselves from the inside out. Students cultivate their own interdisciplinary appreciation of urban communities through extensive interaction with one neighborhood's visioning process. Topics include asset-based community development, social capital, citizenship, adaptive leadership, and community building strategies and tools. Same as POL 426. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.

SOC 432. Struct of Privlege. 3 Hours

STRUCTURES OF PRIVILEGE - Study of the theoretical and conceptual issues, empirical research, and social policies germane to the sociological analysis of privilege. Topics include whiteness, men and masculinities, class-privilege, heterosexuality and heterosexism, and intersectionality. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204.

SOC 435. Soc of Globalization. 3 Hours

ECONOMY AND SOCIETY - Sociological analysis of modern economic institutions, with an emphasis on classical themes. Topics include capitalism, industrialism and social consequences of contemporary economic trends. Empirical research will be required. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204; permission of instructor.

SOC 437. Marx & Sociology. 3 Hours

MARX AND SOCIOLOGY - Study of Marx's writings on topics relevant to the social sciences. Comparison of contemporary Marxian scholarship in such areas as social inequality, political structures, urban change, ideology and consciousness, and models for the future. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204; junior or senior standing.

SOC 438. Urban Poverty. 3 Hours

URBAN POVERTY - Study of the social factors that contribute to poverty in cities. Consideration of the social effects of government and other programs to alleviate poverty. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or 204.

SOC 477. Honors Thesis. 3 Hours

HONORS THESIS PROJECT - First of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and department chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consultation with the department chairpersons. Prerequisite(s): Approval of University Honors Program.

SOC 478. Honors Thesis. 3 Hours

HONORS THESIS PROJECT - Second of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and department chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consultation with the department chairpersons. Prerequisite(s): Approved 477; approval of University Honors Program.

SOC 492. Special Topics-Soc. 1-6 Hours

SPECIAL TOPICS IN SOCIOLOGY - Intensive examination of current theoretical or methodological issues; faculty-advised research project or library work. Consult composite for topics. May be repeated as topic changes. Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or SOC 204; permission of instructor.

SOC 495. Sociology Internship. 1-6 Hours

SOCIOLOGY INTERNSHIP - Supervised work experience related to course work in sociology in appropriate government, social service, and private organizations. May be repeated to a maximum of six semester hours. Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chairperson.

SOC 497. Service Learning Exp. 1 Hour

SERVICE LEARNING EXPERIENCE - Supervised community research or service experience that complements a specific upper division course in Sociology. Repeatable up to three semester hours. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Corequisite(s): A 300-400 level Sociology course.

SOC 498. Independent Study. 1-6 Hours

INDEPENDENT STUDY - Research or special readings on problems of interest to the student under the guidance of sociology staff member. Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chairperson.