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  • SOC 1010: Introduction to Sociology

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    Designed to give students a foundation for all future sociological studies. Develops an understanding of the role of social organization on human interaction. Introduces definitions, terms, and concepts used in sociological literature. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll General Education Category: Social and Behavioral Sciences
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  • SOC 1020: Modern Social Problems

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This course examines current cultural and social aspects of problems such as poverty, racial and gender inequality, crime, health, and illness. The course examines ties between these social problems and their connection to the broader structural issues of inequality. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll General Education Category: Social and Behavioral Sciences
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  • SOC 2001: Sociology as a Major and Career

    1.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This course explores six topics: jobs you can get with a sociology degree, job-relevant skills sociology majors develop, sociology courses that are relevant to various jobs, the value of a sociology minor, deciding if sociology is the right major for you, and resume writing for sociology majors. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
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  • SOC 2370: Sociology of Gender

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    An introduction to the field of gender studies with a focus on sex-role behavior from several theoretical perspectives. Emphasis is on recent sociological research as well as cross-cultural and historical analysis of women and men in society. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
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  • SOC 2600: Marriage and Family

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This course focuses on the family as a key societal institution and explores the changes taking place in contemporary marriage patterns. We will examine the various components of the family, the variations of contemporary families, and experiences of families of different social classes and ethnicities. We will also explore the realities of marital power, domestic work, child-rearing, family violence, and overall family changes. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll
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  • SOC 2630: Race & Ethnic Relations

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    A study of the ethnic patterns in contemporary American society. Emphasis is placed on contemporary theories of race and ethnic relations, the problems of prejudice and discrimination, and myths concerning group differences, and contemporary issues and dilemmas of inter-group relations. (Fall - Even Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): None
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  • SOC 3000: Social Inequality and Justice

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This course examines inequality in contemporary societies and people's collective responses to inequitable situations. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
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  • SOC 3020: Global Issues and Economy

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This course provides students with an understanding of prominent global and economic topics from interdisciplinary perspectives. This course also incorporates civic and community engagement components. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
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  • SOC 3030: Community Work and Social Services

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the larger structural forces that shape community, community work, and services. The course integrates both traditional academic teaching and community-based engaged learning tools. The course focuses on four main areas: (1) how larger social, cultural, economic, and global forces shape the local community, community work, and services; (2) types of existing local organizations and their community partners; (3) practices and services of local organizations in response to the changing social, cultural, and economic landscapes and the growing needs of the local community; and (4) students' engagement in community-based work through experiential learning projects. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
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  • SOC 3070: Medical Sociology

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This course draws upon the sociology of health and medicine as well as cultural, biological, psychological, and linguistic anthropology to better understand those factors which influence health and wellbeing (broadly defined); the experience and distribution of illness; the prevention and treatment of sickness; healing processes; the social relations of therapy management; and the cultural importance and utilization of pluralistic medical systems. This course introduces students to the theories and methods anthropologists and sociologists use to study health, illness, health care, and health-seeking behavior from a cross-cultural perspective. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): None Equivalent Course(s): ANTH 3070
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