A survey course which focuses on the nature of human groups in American and world societies, their social and cultural adaptations, and the impact which various social processes may have on their social organization and social change. Core Curriculum course.

SOCI 1306 CONTEMPORARY SOCIAL PROBLEMS
Credit 3 (lecture 3)

An inquiry into selected current social problems with specific reference to their original development, and suggested solutions. Core Curriculum Course.

SOCI 2301 MARRIAGE AND THE FAMILY
Credit 3 (3 lecture)

This course is a sociological analysis of marriage and family relations based on fundamental principles in the discipline. Both theory and current research findings are covered. Areas explored include family dynamics, interpersonal relations, demographic trends, and conflict management. Current and classical research is reviewed and applied. Core Curriculum Course.

SOCI 2336 CRIMINOLOGY
Credit 3 (3 lecture)

An analysis of the social dimensions of crime as a form of deviant behavior; the nature and extent of crime; classic and modern theories, the role of the police and the courts, group and community oriented programs, with an evaluation of prevention, control, and treatment programs. Core Curriculum Course.

SOCI 2374 GLOBAL ISSUES AND SOCIAL CHANGE
Prerequisite: Student must demonstrate college level read and writing skills.
Credit 3 (lecture 3)

A macro level analysis of the dynamic processes of change affecting the increasingly global community, with emphasis on the role of technology. The course will focus on current trends in the broad topics of human ecology, human rights, the environment, culture and the social institutions. Special attention will be devoted to the conflict and security, international governmental and nongovernmental entities, social movements, and the role of the “global citizen.” Core Curriculum Course.