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PPE 498 - Research & Analysis Seminar
Credits: (3)
The research and analysis seminar is a 3 credit course that will be taken in the fall semester of the senior year. It is a special topics course that will be rotated among faculty in the four departments. The course topic will include aspects of all four fields of study - philosophy, theology, politics and economics. The topic is determined by the professor’s area of expertise. The faculty member teaching this course must work with the students on research, writing and presenting on a topic in PPE. The students will research and write one theoretical paper using standards in the disciplines of philosophy and theology AND one social science analysis paper using standards in political science and economics. In doing so, this course acts as capstone for the integrated PPE major and it will polish the student’s communication skills. Prerequisite(s): PPE 200 , PPE 300 and approval by the Director. (Fall)
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PSCI 100 - Foundations of Political Science: Democratic Processes in America
Credits: (3)
With emphasis on social scientific thinking, examines the American political system, including the Constitution, Congress, the presidency, the courts, federalism, elections and campaigns, and political parties. Selected contemporary issues in American politics also examined. Fulfills the social sciences requirement for the core curriculum. (Fall)
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PSCI 115 - The Presidential Election
Credits: (3)
An introductory level course designed for freshmen. Course examines: the procedures for nominating and electing presidents, the candidates running for president, the strategies used by the campaigns, the role of the media, the role of money, and day-to-day changes in the political environment. (Offered in the fall semester of presidential election years)
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PSCI 116 - Law and the Legal System: A Citizen’s Guide
Credits: (3)
This course examines the fundamental principles and issues of American law that every citizen needs to know. (As needed)
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PSCI 117 - Civil Rights Law
Credits: (3)
In this course students will study the major U.S. federal legislation and Supreme Court cases that came about in response to the civil rights movement of the second-half of the 20th century. To help put the statutes and cases in context, students will also study essays and speeches by a variety of authors and leaders from James Baldwin to Malcolm X, and Martin Luther King, Jr. to Lyndon Johnson, to name a few.
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PSCI 120 - Politics and Film
Credits: (3)
This is an introductory course, designed primarily for freshmen, that examines basic concepts and issues in politics through film including how movies portray politically and culturally significant topics in the United States and abroad, such as revolutions, corruption, the death penalty, corporate interests, social justice, and war. (As needed)
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PSCI 122 - ST: Special Topic in Political Science
Credits: (3)
Special Topics in Political Science.
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PSCI 126 - Politics of Sexuality & Gender
Credits: (3)
This course examines gender and sexuality in politics and policy in the United States. Students will be introduced to past and present social science theories of sexuality and gender. We will explore social movements, interest group politics, and public policy surrounding gender and LGBT issues.
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PSCI 170 - Thinking about Islam
Credits: (3)
“Thinking about Islam” will explore the “essentials of Islam” and ask questions about justice, politics, war, gender, and culture that underlie some of the thorny issues making headlines today under the banners of Islamic extremists - and policies of governments in the wake of the Arab Spring.
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PSCI 190 - Terrorism and Counterinsurgence
Credits: (3)
Examines the development and changes in the use of terrorism in order to achieve political objectives in the contemporary world. In addition to learning about the different forms of terrorism and insurgency, the course also examines the challenges of formulating both short- and long-term responses. (As needed)
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PSCI 201 - International Relations
Credits: (3)
An introductory examination of the nation-state system, with emphasis on the factors governing the behavior and interaction of states. Examines various international relations paradigms. (Fall)
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PSCI 206 - Comparative Politics
Credits: (3)
An introduction to the comparative study of politics in both advanced industrial states and the third world. Includes topics such as political culture, nationalism, state-building, socioeconomic development, regime types, and political institutions. (Spring)
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PSCI 210 - Public Policy
Credits: (3)
Examines the public policy-making process by analyzing the formation, implementation and evaluation of public policies and by applying this framework to issues in healthcare, economics, social welfare, education and the environment. (Spring)
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PSCI 212 - State and Local Government
Credits: (3)
An examination of institutions, processes and contemporary public policy issues as they relate to state and local governments. Explores the structure of executive, legislative and judicial institutions; political parties, interest groups and citizen participation; and central policy issues including education, social welfare, and crime and corrections policy. (As needed)
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PSCI 222 - ST: Special Topics in Political Science
Credits: (3)
Special topics in Political Science.
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PSCI 227 - Politics of Race and Ethnicity
Credits: (3)
This course takes a look at the way race and ethnicity are defined and socially constructed, and how these factors matter in the political realm. The course first explore theories of how race and ethnicity matter in society in general and then turns to issues of equal protection and discrimination, political participation differences, public opinion differences, and descriptive representation. The course also considers the legacy of the civil rights movement and the form it takes today. (As needed)
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PSCI 235 - Peace and Justice in the Abrahamic Tradition
Credits: (3)
Does America have values? If so, what are they? Where do we get them? And how do we use them in the public space? This course will review broad strands of political theory that underpin American values, examine strategies by which key values are articulated politically, and explore ways in which citizens and groups advocate within the public space. (As needed)
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PSCI 238 - Religious Values in the Public Square
This course explores the role religion and religious values have played in the American political discourse from our founding to the present day; the origins and different interpretations of the “wall of separation” between Church and State; and Supreme Court cases interpreting both the “establishment” and “free exercise” clauses of the First Amendment. (As needed)
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PSCI 250 - Democracy and Democratization
Credits: (3)
An examination of democratic politics around the world with an emphasis on transitions to democracy (both historical and contemporary), the role of political institutions, and social movements. Case studies and regional analysis from Europe, Asia, Latin America, and Africa will be combined with examination of broader issues such as the advantages and disadvantages of democracy, the relationship between democracy and development, and the impact of globalization. (As needed)
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PSCI 270 - Israel and Palestine
Credits: (3)
This course will explore the complex issue of conflict between Israelis and Palestinians. Topics include the past 100 years of history from the perspective of national longing on both sides, how each side’s narrative about the conflict has evolved, the major peace proposals that have been considered, and on-the-ground projects that have been tried to change hearts and minds at the grassroots levels. (As needed)
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PSCI 280 - Government and Politics in Europe
Credits: (3)
This course is an introduction to the politics of Europe, including the emergence of the modern state, political institutions, and the European Union. Topics include both the political history of Europe and more recent and politically charged issues such as the role of the European Union, immigration, welfare policy and environmental policy. Participation in the Mid-Atlantic European Union simulation may be required. (As needed)
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PSCI 290 - Investigating Politics
Credits: (3)
Investigating Politics is a sophomore level introduction to research and writing skills in the social sciences. In this course, we will review types and quality of sources using current events. We will also learn to find and use primary and secondary sources appropriately. The course is strongly centered on the use of hot-topic current events to get students to see the value of research skills and put those skills to use in their writing. (Every Fall and Spring)
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PSCI 300 - ST: Special Topics in Political Science
Credits: (3)
Special Topics in Political Science.
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PSCI 302 - Conflict Theory
Credits: (3)
“Why War?” was raised by Einstein as he sought to engage Freud in discourse over the birth of the League of Nations almost a century ago. Could discourse replace war? Could rationality and intellect find ways of accommodation? Yet Homo Sapiens remains the only species that kills its own, and today we have civil wars, nuclear threats, and terrorism in the news daily. This course will examine a variety of theories seeking to explain conflict: from the anthropological to the neurological, the psychological to the social, concerns with inequalities and scarcity, power and dominance, and the demands of the nation-state and its role in the global power structure. It is required for CPSJ Majors.
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PSCI 311 - Social Welfare Policy
Credits: (3)
An exploration of the development and implementation of social welfare policies in the United States at the local, state and national level with an emphasis on the transition from the Aid to Families with Dependent Children program to the Temporary Aid to Needy Families program. Traces these and other social programs such as Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid through the entire policy process and evaluates whether they attain the goals they were designed to achieve. (As needed)
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PSCI 312 - Parties and Elections
Credits: (3)
An examination of the operations and functions of American political parties, as well as the various processes of nominations and elections at all levels in the country. Topics covered also include campaign finance, congressional districting, the role of the media, and campaign strategies. Particular focus is placed on the federal elections taking place in the semester when the course is offered. (Fall, even years)
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PSCI 314 - Politics and Culture in South America
Credits: (3)
An interdisciplinary exploration of political culture and governance in contemporary South America. The focus is on the legacies of colonialism, identity politics, inequality, liberation theology, government instability, and the “rise of the left” in South America. The course is designed to engage students through literary, theological, economic, and political readings. (As needed)
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PSCI 315 - The Supreme Court and Constitutional Law
Credits: (3)
A focus on the role of the Supreme Court in the American political order as well as the major cases and controversies in American Constitutional law. (Spring, odd years)
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PSCI 317 - The American Presidency
Credits: (3)
An examination of the history, operations and politics of the American Presidency, including: the impact of various individual presidents, constitutional questions pertaining to the office, and system for electing presidents. (Spring, even years)
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PSCI 318 - Congressional Politics
Credits: (3)
An examination of the legislative process, structures and policy impact of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives. (Fall, odd years)
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PSCI 322 - Perspectives in Political Science
Credits: (3)
A consideration of a critical issue or theme in political science. (As needed)
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PSCI 329 - Survey of Political Thought
Credits: (3)
An examination of various topics in classical, modern, and contemporary political thought. (Fall)
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PSCI 332 - Politics of the Human Body
Credits: (3)
Explores approaches to policy decision making regarding issues involving the human body, generally referred to as biomedical policy. Focuses on political decision making rather than the technical aspects of biomedical technologies. Areas of policy in biomedical technology include stem-cell and embryo research, human cloning, organ transplantation, assisted reproduction and genetic technology. Designed to further knowledge of different approaches to policy making and to increase understanding of the unique problems that rapidly developing technologies pose for policy makers. (As needed)
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PSCI 333 - International Law and Organization
Credits: (3)
Exploration of the nature, origin, development and function of international law with emphasis on the relevance of international law and the role of international organization in the nuclear age. (As needed)
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PSCI 337 - Environmental Law and Politics
Credits: (3)
This course explores the major themes and issues of environmental law including important legal concepts in the environmental field such as standing and citizen suits; the distinction between public and private law; the challenge of scientific uncertainty; the role of value judgments in developing environmental policy; major federal pollution statutes and court interpretations; international pollution issues such as ozone depletion and climate change; and protection of endangered species. (As needed)
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PSCI 338 - American Foreign Policy
Credits: (3)
A study of the making and execution of American foreign policy with an emphasis on the enduring struggle to balance power and principles. Case studies may also be treated, with an emphasis on the modern era. HIST 338 (As needed)
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PSCI 339 - International Relations of the Middle East
Credits: (3)
A study of the Middle East in world affairs, and the involvement of the major powers in the area, with emphasis on the 20th century. (As needed)
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PSCI 341 - Women and War
Credits: (3)
Women’s roles during wartime are diverse, ranging from service as mothers to service as soldiers, munitions makers, caretakers, or sex workers. This course examines questions that complicate and clarify our understanding of women and war. Addresses larger theoretical debates and draws upon the contributions of scholars who address women’s wartime experiences over a range of disciplines and from many of the world’s regions. (As needed)
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PSCI 342 - Peace and Security
Credits: (3)
An examination of theories of conflict and conflict resolution and their application to case studies of particular political conflicts. (As needed)
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PSCI 343 - Comparative Political Systems: Africa
Credits: (3)
A comparative analysis of political systems in Africa, with emphasis on nation building. (As needed)
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PSCI 348 - Human Rights
Credits: (3)
An exploration of the meaning of human rights, the rights that all people have by virtue of their humanity, within an era of globalism in which ideological and cultural definitions of rights are frequently at odds with one another, in which questions of sovereignty are increasingly at issue, and in which environmental issues such as overpopulation, pollution and scarcity of resources have been moved onto human rights agendas. (As needed)
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PSCI 349 - Political Economy & Globalization
Credits: (3)
This course examines the main perspectives of political economy including who benefits under the current economic institutions. Topics include classic texts regarding economic theory (e.g., Smith, Marx, & Keynes), the economic theory of Distributivism, as well as politics, money, and culture under democracy, capitalism, and globalization. Prerequisite(s): ECON 101 Foundations of Economics: Macroeconomics (3) (As needed)
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PSCI 355 - Political Research Methods and Analysis
Credits: (4)
A study of the basic procedures that constitute the research process in political science, focusing on theory construction, the relationship between theory and methodology, the principles and problems of data collection in qualitative and quantitative research, and basic competence in the use of statistics for hypothesis testing an measuring central tendency, variability, and correlation. Also introduces students to academic political science research and develops skills for locating, evaluating and utilizing the work of others. (Spring)
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PSCI 365 - Mock Trial
Credits: (1)
Using the rules and the case developed by the American Mock Trial Association, students prepare a mock court case and present it at an invitational tournament (in the fall) or a regional tournament (in the spring). Cases alternate between civil matters (in odd years) and criminal matters (in even years). Using this case, students learn rules of evidence and courtroom procedures and develop public-speaking and critical-thinking skills. Attendance at meetings outside of the scheduled class time and travel to tournaments are required. Course does not count as elective credit toward the political science major or minor. (As needed).
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PSCI 390 - ST: Special Topics in Public Policy
Credits: (3)
An in-depth and systematic study of a contemporary policy problem of national concern. (As needed)
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PSCI 398 - Independent Study
Credits: (1-3)
Independent study or research. Approval of the instructor and the department chair. (As needed)
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PSCI 405 - LSAT Preparation
Credits: (1)
This course prepares students to take the Law School Admissions Test. Normally taken in the semester prior to the student’s intended LSAT exam. Course does not count as elective credit towards political science major. (Fall, spring)
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PSCI 480 - Internship Seminar
Credits: (1-12)
Field experience, open to juniors and seniors. Only three credit hours count toward elective requirements in the major. Approval of the instructor and the chairperson required. (As needed)
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PSCI 498 - Senior Seminar
Credits: (3)
The capstone course for political science and international studies majors. Seminars led by political science department faculty on a variety of subjects. Aims at refining students’ skills in researching, writing, speaking, and critical thinking. Seeks to foster reflection in student on possible career paths. Required of all senior political science and international studies majors. Prerequisite(s): PSCI 360 Political Analysis (3) (Fall)
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PSGE 300 - Global Encounters
Credits: (3)
Special topics in Global Encounters.
Global Encounters in the Core
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PSGE 313 - The Politics of the Middle East
Credits: (3)
A study of the political systems and the sociopolitical ideologies of the Middle East, with emphasis on Islam, nation-building and the rise of modern state institutions. (As needed)
Global Encounters in the Core
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PSGE 315 - Politics in Asia
Credits: (3)
Is an upper level elective surveying the political landscape of Asia. Topics explore in the course include: 1.) the historical legacy of Colonialism across Asia, 2.) variation among political regime types, 3.) democracy and democratization, 4.) models of economic development, and 5.) the future of conflict and cooperation in region.
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PSGE 325 - The Politics of Developing Nations
Credits: (3)
An examination of political, social, and economic development in the Third World focusing on the legacies of colonialism, the debate between the modernization and dependency theories, and the process of globalization as applied to Africa, Asia, and Latin America. (As needed)
Global Encounters in the Core
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PSGE 335 - Politics and Culture in Central America
Credits: (3)
An interdisciplinary exploration of political culture and governance in contemporary Central America (with connections to Caribbean politics). The focus is on military regimes and human rights, popular uprisings, grass roots initiatives, and contemporary problems of gang violence and urban poverty. The course is designed to engage students through literary, theological, economic, and political readings. (As needed)
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PSGE 343 - Politics of Africa
Credits: (3)
A comparative analysis of political systems in Africa, with emphasis on nation building. (As needed)
Global Encounters in the Core
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PSYCH 100 - Foundations of Psychology
Credits: (3)
Addresses psychology’s emergence as a social and natural science in the development of Western thought. Emphasizes scientific thinking about perception, development, learning, motivation, social processes, behavioral disorders and psychotherapy. Fulfills the social science requirement of core and is normally the prerequisite for all other psychology courses. Prerequisite(s): Students MUST pass PSYCH 100 with a grade of C- or higher in order to take PSYCH 200 Research Methods and Statistics (3) . (Fall and Spring)
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PSYCH 200 - Research Methods and Statistics
Credits: (3)
Introduces design and interpretation of research in psychology, including experimental, quasi-experimental, correlational and single-subject designs. Addresses issues in research ethics and written communication. Emphasizes use of elementary statistics in research. Prerequisite(s): Students MUST pass PSYCH 100 Foundations of Psychology (3) with a grade of C- or higher in order to take PSYCH 200 Research Methods and Statistics (3) .Sophomore status, or permission of the instructor. (Fall)
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PSYCH 203 - Abnormal Psychology
Credits: (3)
Describes clinical disorders, personality disorders and developmental disorders that characterize abnormal behaviors. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 100 . (Fall)
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PSYCH 205 - Lifespan Development
Credits: (3)
Provides a multi-disciplinary introduction to human development across the life course, from conception to death, with attention to cognitive, emotional, biological, and social changes. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 100 Foundations of Psychology (3) . (Fall)
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PSYCH 208 - Social Psychology
Credits: (3)
Introduces the methods, theories and experimental research on relevant topics, including social perception, attitude formation and change, altruism, aggression, conformity and group interaction. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 100 . (Spring)
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PSYCH 220 - Experimental Learning
Credits: (4)
Provides an introduction to the experimental analysis of behavior, with an emphasis on classical and operant conditioning. Investigates recent basic and applied research in lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 200 . Three lecture and one laboratory session per week. (Fall)
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PSYCH 230 - Experimental Cognition
Credits: (4)
Introduces the methods and theories of cognitive psychology, including perception, attention, memory, problem solving and language. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 200 . Three lecture and one laboratory periods per week. (Spring)
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PSYCH 301 - Principles of Psychotherapy
Credits: (3)
Surveys prominent therapies and underlying theories, basic concepts, treatment strategies and techniques. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 203 . (Spring, odd years)
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PSYCH 309 - Advanced Biopsychology
Credits: (4)
Examines brain function and behavior topics in depth. Includes laboratory work in neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, small animal neurosurgery and human psychophysiology. Prerequisite(s): NEURO 209 . (As needed)
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PSYCH 314 - Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Credits: (3)
Applies psychological principles to work settings in industry and social service organizations. Presents experimental research on interpersonal relations, work motivation, personnel selection and organizational behavior. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 100 . (Fall, odd years)
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PSYCH 320 - Sport Psychology
Credits: (3)
Reviews psychological foundations of physical activity. Includes psychological perspectives on athletes, competition, personality, attention, arousal, anxiety, motivation, stress, aggression, violence, coaching and crowd behavior, as well as issues such as the athletic pursuit of excellence, the effect of sport on personality and well-being, and the place of the spectator in our culture. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 100 Foundations of Psychology (3) . (Spring, even years)
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PSYCH 330 - Psychological Testing
Credits: (3)
Develops the skills involved in the administration, scoring and interpretation of psychological tests. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 200 . (Spring, even years)
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PSYCH 335 - Health Psychology
Credits: (3)
Study of behaviors that relate to the enhancement of health, the prevention and treatment of disease, the identification of health risk factors, improvement of the health care system, and shaping of public opinion with regard to health. Information covered will include topics particularly relevant to college students (e.g. stress) in addition to other lifelong health considerations such as tobacco and drug use, obesity, cardiovascular disease, pain, and exercise. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 100 . (Fall)
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PSYCH 340 - Personality
Credits: (3)
Provides a research-based approach to basic issues in personality, considering contemporary definitions, methodology and current research. Includes basic topics such as measurement, biological influences, development and situational variables, as well as recent research on many personality topics such as self perception, sex and gender roles, emotions and personal relationships. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 100 Foundations of Psychology (3) . (Spring, odd years)
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PSYCH 345 - Human Sexuality
Credits: (3)
Surveys a broad range of information including psychological, physiological and cultural aspects of human sexuality. Assists students in becoming both familiar with and critical of the methods used in the scientific study of sexual behavior. Provides practical knowledge necessary to enhance understanding and experience of everyday life. (Spring)
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PSYCH 350 - ST: Special Topics in Psychology
Credits: (3)
Involves intensive readings and discussion in a specialized area of psychology chosen by the departmental faculty and/or the students. Can be taken more than once. Prerequisite(s): Prerequisites vary; see the instructor for additional requirements. (As needed)
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PSYCH 351 - Developmental Neurodiversity
Credits: (3)
Involves intensive readings and discussion about developmental disabilities that typically begin before birth or develop during childhood. The focus will include the neurobiological, genetic, and environmental influences and emphasize a strengths-based approach to helping families. Spring, odd years
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PSYCH 360 - Environmental Psychology
Credits: (3)
Provides an overview of the methods, theories and issues of environmental and ecological psychology. Explores the application of psychologically sound information to architecture, social “climate,” and social planning. Focuses on the structures of everyday life and how they affect behavior. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 100 . (Fall, odd years)
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PSYCH 365 - Drugs and Addiction
Credits: (3)
Examines the major psychotropic drug categories from multiple psychological perspectives ranging from brain function to social psychology. Investigates basics of drug action as well as implications for society and policy. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 100 Foundations of Psychology (3) . (Varies)
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PSYCH 390 - Research Preparation
Credits: (3)
Involves the detailed formulation of an individually chosen research hypothesis for investigation in Senior Methods Seminar, including literature search, ethical analysis and feasibility assessment. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 200 Research Methods and Statistics (3) and junior status. (Spring)
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PSYCH 399 - Research
Credits: (3-6)
Involves individual development of or participation in a psychological research project, usually involving data collection. Can be taken more than once. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 200 and permission of instructor. (Fall and Spring)
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PSYCH 405 - History and Systems
Credits: (3)
Reviews the historical roots of contemporary psychology. Discusses the influence of various systems of psychology on current psychological thinking. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 200 Research Methods and Statistics (3) . (Varies)
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PSYCH 411 - Advanced Seminar in Neuroscience
Credits: (3)
Focuses on reading and presenting neuroscience research. Lecture will focus on a variety of methods used in neuroscience research including behavioral, molecular, bichemical and computational techniques. Course will include weekly roundtable discussions on a primary research article. Additionally, students will complete a community outreach project during Brain Awareness Week. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 100 NEURO 209 Spring
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PSYCH 480 - Internship
Credits: (3-6)
Provides opportunities to do psychological work in community agencies off campus. Can be taken more than once. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 203 and/or PSYCH 200 (depending on placement) and department approval. (Fall and Spring)
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PSYCH 495 - Senior Capstone & Professional Development
Credits: (1)
Structure for senior research projects is provided. Career guidance is also discussed. This course is for senior psychology or neuroscience majors only.
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PSYCH 498 - Senior Methods Seminar
Credits: (3)
Extends and synthesizes students’ understanding of the empirical science of psychology. Covers advanced topics in philosophy of science, research design and statistical analysis. Students will demonstrate competence through completion of a data-based research project of their choosing. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 390 Research Preparation (3) and senior status. (Fall)
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PSYGE 325 - Cross-Cultural Psychology
Credits: (3)
Investigates cultural similarities and differences in psychology at an interdisciplinary, advanced-level, with a particular emphasis on cultures outside the dominant perspectives of the West and the promotion of human dignity and justice. This course also fulfills the Global Encounters requirement for core. Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 100 Foundations of Psychology (3) . (Spring)
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SOC 100 - Foundations of Sociology
Credits: (3)
A course designed to place sociology’s development as a social science in the evolution of Western thought; it will also cover the elements of social scientific thinking. Major emphasis will be given to the analysis of culture, social structure, socialization, institutions, social inequality and social change. This course fulfills the social sciences requirement for the core curriculum. (Fall and Spring)
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SOC 106 - Cultural Anthropology
Credits: (3)
This course is a survey of human adaptation to, and creation of, the social environment by means of culture. Comparison of ways of life among diverse peoples with emphasis given to non-Western cultures. (Spring)
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SOC 120 - ST: Special Topics in Sociology
Credits: (3)
Special topics in Sociology.
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SOC 121 - Foundations of African and African American Studies
Credits: (3)
This course will introduce students to the interdisciplinary field of African and African American studies. It will put the struggle of people of African ancestry and those in Africa itself in historical, political, economic, psychological and social context. It will examine how race, a social construction that has been used since the 15th century, has served as a pretext to enslave, oppress, exploit, marginalize, disparage and even murder people of African ancestry. This course will emphasize two main themes. Fist, the regime of terror and exploitation that people of African descent have been subjected to for five centuries. Second, their resistance to this exploitation through diverse, creative and courageous strategies and tactics up to the present day. The course will feature first-hand accounts of black people telling their own stories of struggle, resistance and triumph against systems designed to limit their full humanity.
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SOC 200 - Sociology of Families
Credits: (3)
The course analyzes the connections among demographic, economic, political and family trends, and constructs an interpretive framework for understanding the “personal trouble” (or “triumphs”) of families within broader historical and institutional contexts. The course also analyzes contemporary “solutions” to family crises. (As needed)
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SOC 202 - Introduction to Conflict Resolution
Credits: (3)
This course explores theories and conflict resolution methodologies that exist in today’s society. Students explore how they individually handle conflict. Students also explore the theories, skills, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) techniques that lead to productive conflict resolution. (Spring, even years)
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SOC 203 - Foundations of Mediation
Credits: (3)
This course explores mediation as a conflict resolution method as it is utilized in today’s world. Students learn about the mediation process and the skill set necessary to use this alternative dispute resolution (ADR) method whether in a formal or informal setting. (Spring, odd years)
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SOC 205 - Sociology of Interpersonal Violence
Credits: (3)
This course entails an examination of violence among individuals and groups primarily in the United States. Throughout the course we ask the question, “What are the social causes of violence?” as well as look at various forms of interpersonal, institutional, and structural violence. Particular emphasis is placed on domestic violence, rape, child abuse, murder, assault, and hate crimes. Specific individual and institutional steps to eradicate violence are addressed, and the course includes service-learning opportunities. Students are encouraged to think through the various myths and controversies that arise when discussing violence. (As needed)
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SOC 210 - Sociology of Medicine
Credits: (3)
This course looks at medicine as both an impressive human achievement and as an arena for conflict and inequality. Topics include: the experience of being ill; the origins and current state of the U.S. health care sector; the training and perspectives of health care providers; the tough decisions that have to be made in the space between technology and human dignity; the meanings of different illnesses; issues of fairness in health care; and the “medicalization” of society. (As needed)
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SOC 211 - Sociology of Sport
Credits: (3)
While participation in sport varies widely, sport in general has become deeply embedded in the popular consciousness, culture, and social fabric of every society and bears the distinctive imprint of the culture in which it exists. The Sociology of Sport is the study of the network of roles, relationships, and interactions found in sport and their application to the institutional nature of sport. This course uses sociological perspectives to understand issues, problems, aspects, and dimensions of sport that may not be readily understood from common sense or experience alone. (As needed)
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SOC 213 - Military and Society
Credits: (3)
This course covers military careers, the military-industrial complex, diversity in the military, and much more, with an emphasis on the United States. The approach is interdisciplinary, drawing on the work of sociologists, psychologists, historians, anthropologists, clergy, journalists and military officers, Examples of topics include recruitment, military spending, killing, different kinds of conflicts (counterinsurgency, cyberwarfare), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, just war theory, women in the military, and non-violent alternatives to armed conflict. (As needed)
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SOC 214 - Sociology of Religion
Credits: (3)
This course covers classical and modern perspectives on the nature and function of religion as a social institution; sources of religious variation; the relationships among religion and culture, social class, prejudice, radicalism and other social factors. (As needed)
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SOC 220 - ST: Special Topics in Sociology
Credits: (3)
Special Topics in Sociology.
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SOC 225 - Sociology of Death and Dying
Credits: (3)
This course examines death, dying and bereavement from a variety of perspectives (e.g., historical, cross-cultural and social-psychological), but it emphasizes a sociological perspective on death and dying. Among the topics covered are: the social meaning of death, America as a “death-denying” culture, the dying process, death and the law, hospice, funerals and body disposition, and the grieving process. (As needed)
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SOC 228 - Leadership & Wellness
Credits: (3)
Any form of human service requires health to achieve its goals. While this course provides an opportunity to delve into a knowledge and skill set of the basis of effective leadership, and an understanding of these will in itself reduce stress, this course will also engage with specific exercises and academic content that support holistic wellness, and consider the evidence for their effectiveness.
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SOC 245 - Social Problems
Credits: (3)
This course will examine how social problems, such as inequality, racism, crime, and sexism are socially constructed. Students will also learn how solutions are found for these problems, personally and politically.
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SOC 251 - Bebop to Hip Hop: Sociology of Black Music
Credits: (3)
This course uses the sociohistorical development of musical traditions such as jazz, rhythm-and-blues, soul, funk, and hip hop as a way to reflect upon and more deeply understand society and culture. Particular attention is given to issues of race, class, gender, and social inequality.
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