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Sociology

Information

Website: www.uwosh.edu/sociology/

SOC

Faculty

Heymann
Peter
Simpson
Son
Van Auken

Degrees

Undergraduate: A major in Sociology can lead to the degree(s): Bachelor of Science.
Graduate: None.

Summary of Fields of Study

1. The Goal(s)

The Sociology program is guided by the following:
- Vision: The UW Oshkosh Sociology program is made up of faculty and staff who are energetically and effectively engaged in teaching, research and community building. Sociology classes are rigorous, inclusive, inspiring, and well connected to the work outside the classroom. Students develop sociological imagination while gaining enriching experiences and tangible skills that will lead to future success. The university holds the program in high regard, and the surrounding communities recognize its value.
- Mission: The UW Oshkosh Sociology program provides a high quality, inclusive educational experience that challenges and prepares students to become engaged and effective members of their communities; engages in interesting and relevant scholarship; and interacts regularly with stakeholders from wider communities, producing valuable public sociology. To achieve these goals and reach the desired vision for the department the Sociology faculty developed a set of desired learning outcomes for its students. Upon completion of the program, students will:

- Understand the Scope and Content of Sociology
  - Develop their sociological imagination (the ability to relate personal troubles to public issues, connecting individual lives to what is happening in society).
  - Develop a sociological perspective that encompasses the distinctive concepts and paradigms of the field.
  - Develop an understanding of the intersectionality of the dimensions and interconnections of the important social, political, and economic inequalities in society.
- Develop Critical Thinking and Research Skills
  - Develop proficiency in both qualitative and quantitative research methods.
  - Be able to identify key arguments of a published sociological study and to critique its theoretical framework, methodology, and findings.
  - Be able to effectively present research in written and oral form. Be able to design and complete a research project that illuminates a sociological topic through a comprehensive literature review, original analysis, and interpretation.
- Practice Synthesis and Engagement
  - Be able to make meaningful connections between Sociology and the University Studies Program’s signature questions as well as the university’s Essential Learning Outcomes and Core Values.
  - Become public sociologists by using their sociological training to engage in the wider world.

- Comment: The Sociology program offers courses that encourage students to think more carefully about the social relationships they experience and observe. These courses aid the student in thinking more clearly about interpersonal relationships, social organization, the nature of modern society and how to put this knowledge into practice. New majors must be prepared for a challenging intellectual experience.

2. The Major(s)

- The program offers one major: 1) Sociology. Within the Sociology Major, the program offers a choice of five emphases:
  - General
  - Organization, Community and Environment
  - Public Administration
  - Social Control, Deviance and Criminology
  - Social Equity and Diversity

3. The Minor(s)

- The program offers three minor(s): 1) Sociology, 2) Sociology (4-12) for education majors and 3) Health, Humanities, and Society. Within the Sociology Minor, the Department offers a choice of five emphases:
  - General
  - Organization, Community and Environment
  - Public Administration
  - Social Control, Deviance and Criminology
  - Social Equity and Diversity

Admission/Graduation Requirements

To be eligible for graduation, students must meet all requirements for the degree being sought in addition to earning a minimum grade point average of 2.00 and a grade of “C” or better in each course intended to count as part of the total required for the sociology major or minor. If a student receives less than a “C” in a course for the major or minor, it would not be counted toward graduation in the major or minor. A minimum grade point average of 2.00 is also required in each course intended to count as part of the total required for the certificate(s).

Required Core Courses

Sociology 203, 275, 301, 381, 481
Statistics Requirement: Sociology 281 or Psychology 203
- Note: Psychology 203 will meet the Statistics Requirement for Sociology Majors but will not count towards credits required for the major.
ETS Major Field Test in Sociology

The Major(s), with Emphases and/or Options

1. Sociology Major

Recommended for students who seek a broad social science background at the bachelor’s level as preparation for graduate work and employment in a wide variety of occupations in both the public and private sector (including teaching, general management, the helping professions, survey and market research, law, human resources and health care administration), as well as graduate work in sociology, other social sciences, counseling, business administration and urban planning.

Required Credits: 33 minimum
Required Courses: In addition to the Core Courses:

Emphases: Majors and minors have the option to complete an emphasis, which provides depth in a particular area and is noted on transcripts as such. It is earned after a student has completed a minimum total of 15 credits from the courses listed under the particular emphasis, inclusive of a 1-3 credit internship in a related field.

A. General Emphasis: If a major does not choose depth and applied focus through the above, they shall achieve breadth in their electives. They would need to complete a minimum of 15 credits of electives from the program’s offerings with at least one course from each of the following areas of emphasis.

B. Organization, Community, & Environment. This Emphasis is geared towards students interested in fields of study and careers in areas such as organizational leadership, human resources, community organizing, community development, planning, public health, and sustainability.

Elective Courses: 15 credits from the following list:
- Sociology 261, 311, 313, 315, 317, 325, 337, 342, 361 + 467 (internship)

C. Public Administration. This Emphasis is geared towards students aspiring to leadership roles in the public or non-profit sectors.

Elective Courses: 15 credits from the following list:
- 6 credits of undergraduate level electives:
  - Sociology/African American Studies 311
  - Sociology/Environmental Studies 313, 315
  - Sociology/Social Justice 317, 359
  - Sociology 361, 388
  - Sociology/Women’s and Gender Studies 367
  - Sociology/Women’s and Gender Studies, Social Justice 368
- 6 credits of graduate level electives:
  - MPA 711, 715, 721, 723, 752, 797
- Sociology 467 (internship)
Note: This program is a 4+1 program and serves as a vehicle for interested and eligible students to pursue both an undergraduate degree and an accelerated Master of Public Administration.

D. Social Control, Deviance, & Criminology. This Emphasis is geared towards students interested in fields of study and careers in areas such as counseling, law, public policy, and criminal justice.

Elective Courses: 15 credits from the following list:
- Psychology 305, Sociology 321, 339, 351, 353, 355, 365, 369, 371, 373 + 467 (internship)

E. Social Equity and Diversity. This Emphasis is geared towards students interested in fields of study and careers in areas such as social services, organizational leadership, human resources, community organizing, population studies, and public administration.

Elective Courses: 15 credits from the following list:
- Sociology 311, 313, 315, 317, 325, 331, 339, 347, 359, 367, 368, 373 + 467 (internship)

Note: On a case-by-case basis students will be allowed to substitute an appropriate independent study or sociology study abroad course for an internship if the student has difficulty in securing an internship or has particular interests.

Note: No more than three credits of the 33 credit Minimum Requirement for the major can come from arranged courses (Sociology 309, 446, 456, 467).

The Minor(s)

1. Sociology Minor

Recommended for students who are majoring in other social sciences, human services, environmental studies, nursing or business administration, but the department has had minors from virtually every other discipline within the natural and physical sciences, social sciences or humanities.

Required Credits: 21 minimum
Required Courses:
- Sociology: Sociology 101
Electives: Sufficient courses from the program’s offerings in Sociology to meet the Minimum Requirement.
- Note: Minors have the option to declare an Emphasis (see above).

Note: No more than three credits of the 21 credit Minimum Requirement for the major can come from arranged courses (Sociology 309, 446, 456, 467).

2. Health, Humanities, and Society Minor

Interdisciplinary minor recommended for any student interested in increasing their health-related curriculum.

Required Credits: 21 minimum
Required Courses:
- Sociology/Social Justice 317
- Philosophy 231
Electives: Complete 15 credits from a minimum of three of the following areas:
- Anthropology 220
- Art 313, 314
- Biology/Women’s and Gender Studies 310
- Economics 319
- English 359
- Hmong Studies 230
- Philosophy 205, Philosophy/Women’s and Gender Studies 335
- Psychology 320
- Social Justice 101
- Sociology/Environmental Studies 315, Sociology/Women’s and Gender Studies 367

The Certificate(s)

1. Social Equity and Diversity Certificate

Given that human diversity, in many forms, is the hallmark of modern life, understanding different types of people and being able to relate well to them-to bridge the differences in race, ethnicity, social class, sexual orientation, ability, age, etc. that exist-is key to being a strong employee and 21st century citizen.

Required Credits: 9 minimum
Required Courses:
- Sociology/Social Justice 359
Electives: Complete 6 credits from the following:
- Sociology/African American Studies 311, 356
- Sociology/Environmental Studies 313
- Sociology/Environmental Studies 315
- Sociology/Social Justice 317
- Sociology/Social Justice 325
- Sociology/Social Justice 331
- Sociology/Women’s and Gender Studies 339
- Sociology/Women’s and Gender Studies 367
- Sociology/Women’s and Gender Studies 368
- Sociology 347,373, 382

Course Offerings

Sociology 101	3 (crs.)
Introductory Sociology (XS)(ES)
Orientation to the sociological perspective. Basic sociological concepts, research procedures, processes of human interaction, and social institutions.


Sociology 101Q1	3 (crs.)
Introductory Sociology (XS)(ES)
Orientation to the sociological perspective. Basic sociological concepts, research procedures, processes of human interaction, and social institutions.


Sociology 103	1 – 3 (crs.)
Honors: Introductory Sociology
Orientation to the sociological perspective. Exploration of basic sociological concepts, research procedures, processes of human interaction, and social institutions. Prerequisite: Enrolled in good standing in the UW Oshkosh Honors Program and prior or concurrent enrollment in HNRS 175Q.


Sociology 111Q1	3 (crs.)
Race, Ethnicity, and Society (XS)(ES)
This course is designed to cultivate and enhance your cultural and racial literacy through the employment of sociological perspectives. Broadly defined, sociology is an inquiry about the relationships between society and people, and in this course, the focus is on developing a sociologically-based intercultural and interracial knowledge and understanding. The course explores the ways in which social forces shape the ways we tend to think and act as social beings, the opportunities and obstacles that are unevenly distributed along racial/ethnic lines, and the consequences and implications of such inequities.


Sociology 151	3 (crs.)
Modern Social Problems (XS)
A study of major social problems confronting our society; personal and social disorganization, crime, juvenile delinquency, race and other selected problems.


Sociology 153Q2	3 (crs.)
Intercultural Exploration of Families (XS)(ES)
This course examines the family system in the U.S. and across cultures, including the ways family structures both reinforce and challenge gender roles. Sociological and gender-based theories of the family are explored as well as the complex relationships among marriage, parenting, work, and family. Students will use ethical reasoning to navigate these relationships. Varieties of family experience are considered, with special attention given to issues concerning competing definitions of the family.


Sociology 155Q1	3 (crs.)
AI & Society (XS)
How will artificial intelligence (AI) impact our engagement with community life? This course explores the dynamic relationship between AI and society, focusing on AI language models like ChatGPT. Such technology will surely affect how we communicate with each other and engage in civic life. This class will introduce students to a non-technical overview of how language models work, activities focused on practical and effective uses of language models, a critical examination of language model design and limitations, and ethical considerations of incorporating AI into community and institutional life.


Sociology 203	3 (crs.)
Foundations of Sociology
This course is the first in the sequence of required courses for the Sociology major. It covers the major areas of sociology: theory, methods, core concepts, social institutions, and social change. The course emphasizes active learning through critical reading, writing, discussion, research projects, and presentations. It is designed for newly declared majors and for students considering a sociology major. It is required of all sociology majors and a prerequisite for most upper-level courses.


Sociology 209	3 (crs.)
Special Topics in Sociology
Application of sociological principles and procedures to current public issues or special topics in sociology. The topics studied will reflect areas of special demand or new developments in sociology.


Sociology 251	3 (crs.)
Social Problems of Black America
This course examines the past, present, and future state of Black people in the United States. Moreover, this course is designed to create an awareness while stimulating an interest in further research and study of the African/Black-American culture as it is shaped by socio-historic and socio-cultural forces. Keeping the identity crisis found within Black America as a focal point, there are many issues associated with the sociology of African Americans. Topics include: exploitation and oppression, urbanization, gentrification, incarceration, recidivism, and social fragmentation. Cross-listed: AF AM ST 251/SOC 251.


Sociology 261	3 (crs.)
Environment and Society (XS)
Examines the relationship between social structure, culture and natural environments; compares different modes of production and cultural systems. Examines economic, political and ideological structures of industrial and industrializing societies. Analyzes the impact of these structures upon natural environments and analyzes the impact of natural environment upon these structures. Cross-listed: ENV STDS 261/POLI SCI 261/SOC 261. Special course fees may apply.


Sociology 261Q3	3 (crs.)
Environment and Society (XS)
Examines relationship between social structure, culture and natural environments; compares different modes of production and cultural systems. Examines economic, political and ideological structures of industrial and industrializing societies. Analyzes the impact of these structures upon natural environments and analyzes the impact of natural environment upon these structures. Cross-listed: ENV STDS 261/POLI SCI 261/SOC 261. Special course fees may apply.


Sociology 275	3 (crs.)
Applied Sociology
This is a course about practicing sociology, involving a fieldwork experience in applying sociological principles and methods to everyday life, while learning more about careers in sociology and developing professional skills.


Sociology 281	3 (crs.)
Social Statistics (XM)
Basic descriptive and inferential statistics, including measures of central tendency and dispersion, interval estimation, hypotheses testing, and measures of association. Introduction to computerized statistics using SPSS for Windows. Prerequisite: MATH 104, 105, 106, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, or 114 and a grade of C or better, or placement into MATH 171 or 201.


Sociology 301	3 (crs.)
Sociological Theory: Classical and Contemporary Perspectives
The course surveys the major sociological theoretical traditions, both classic and contemporary, exploring their historical contexts as well as their relevance to current issues in Sociology. The connections between early major European and contemporary U.S. and international theorists will be explored in an analysis of key areas of sociological inquiry. The course will cover theories framed by both classical theorists such as Durkheim, Marx and Weber as well as more contemporary theories and theorists such as Parsons, Merton, Mills, Goffman, Blumer, and Hochschild (among many others. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203 or instructor consent.


Sociology 311	3 (crs.)
Sociology of the Modern City
For the first time in history, more people in the world now live in urban areas than rural areas. This course explores urban places and urban people, in historical context and via current affairs, from our largest cities to the local level. It focuses in particular on these topics that impact urban places: suburbanization and sprawl; stratification, immigration, community, and organizations; population diversity, hop-hop culture, and racism; and, politics, globalization, planning and environmental issues. Cross-listed: AF AM ST 311/SOC 311. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203 or instructor consent. Special course fees may apply.


Sociology 313	3 (crs.)
Rural Sociology
In recent decades, our world has become an urban one, yet rural places remain sociologically interesting. This course covers topics including community, agriculture, immigration and demographic change, consumption and the environment, and modern life in rural Wisconsin. In particular, it explores two important trends taking place in the rural U.S., including Wisconsin: the rise of large-scale industrialized agriculture and the simultaneous increase in popularity of community-supported agriculture and small-scale farms. Cross-listed: ENV STDS 313/SOC 313. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203, or instructor consent. Special course fees may apply.


Sociology 315	3 (crs.)
Population Problems
How many people, of what kind, are where? How come? And so what? These questions are often tied to so-called population problems, and this course explores important questions like these, by studying fertility, mortality, and immigration in the U.S. and around the globe. Learning what these components of demography are, how to measure them, and what they mean is critical to not only understanding current affairs but also the future of human populations. Cross-listed: ENV STDS 315/SOC 315. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203, or instructor consent.


Sociology 317	3 (crs.)
Sociology of Health & Illness
Patterns of health and illness related to social organization and institutions. Issues include the social aspects of physical and mental illness, health related to culture, social structure, class, race, gender and ethnicity, social constructions of the body, changes in patterns of health and illness over time, health organizations and the socio-economic basis of the health care system. Cross-listed: SOC JUST 317/SOC 317. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203, or instructor consent.


Sociology 321	3 (crs.)
Social Psychology
The relationship of the individual to others, social groups, and society. The development of personality and the self. Motivation, attitudes, communication, prejudice, and leadership. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203 or instructor consent.


Sociology 325	3 (crs.)
Collective Behavior and Social Movements
Collective Behavior provides an analysis of spontaneous, emergent and transitory behavior in relatively unstructured social situations. Social Movements considers formation and dynamics of collective efforts to change or maintain the status quo or to return to some antecedent state. Cross-listed: SOC JUST 325/SOC 325. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203 or instructor consent. Strongly recommended: Minimum of 6 credits in Sociology.


Sociology 331	3 (crs.)
Social Stratification
Systems of hierarchical ranking in American and other societies. Castes, estates, and social classes. Stratification theory. Significant American studies of social class structure, power and mobility. Cross-listed: SOC JUST 331/SOC 331. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203 or instructor consent.


Sociology 335	3 (crs.)
Social Gerontology
An analysis of the phenomena of growing old. Primarily for upper division students who have interests in working in some area of social gerontology. Prerequisites: SOC 101 or 151, or 203 or instructor consent.


Sociology 337	3 (crs.)
Work, Industry, and Occupation
Social organization of work including history and variety of work experiences, relationship to other social institutions, impact of technology and mega corporations, discrimination, unemployment, future of work. Prerequisites: SOC 101 or 151, or 203 or instructor consent.


Sociology 339	3 (crs.)
Sociology of the Family
The course examines the family system in the U.S. and elsewhere, including the ways family structures both reinforce and challenge gender roles. Sociological and gender-based theories of the family are explored as well as the complex relationships among marriage, parenting, work, and family. Varieties of family experience are considered, with special attention given to issues concerning competing definitions of the family. Cross-listed: SOC 339/WG STDS 339. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203 or instructor consent.


Sociology 342	3 (crs.)
Social Ecology
Social Ecology: 1: a coherent radical critique of current social, political, and anti-ecological trends. 2: a reconstructive, ecological, communitarian, and ethical approach to society. As concerns about environmental problems have arisen in recent decades, people have increasingly recognized that what appear to be environmental issues are actually social in origin. This course examines various theoretical perspectives and practical approaches to these issues, with a focus on “going local.” Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151, 203 or instructor consent. Special course fees may apply.


Sociology 347	3 (crs.)
World Systems and Global Inequality
Examines the relationship between core countries and peripheral countries. Consequences of the relationship for multi-national corporations and indigenous people. Discussion of development and maldevelopment. Relationship between private profits and the military. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203, Junior or Senior standing or instructor consent.


Sociology 351	3 (crs.)
Criminology
The study of criminal behavior. Theories of causation and societal reactions to crime and criminals. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203 or instructor consent. Strongly recommended: SOC 151.


Sociology 353	3 (crs.)
Juvenile Delinquency
Varieties and extent of delinquency. Causal explanation and research findings. Programs for treatment of delinquents and prevention of delinquency. Prerequisites: SOC 101 or 151, or 203 or instructor consent.


Sociology 355	3 (crs.)
Social Control
A study of major aspects of social power; means and techniques of social control; and contemporary problems of social control in relation to individual freedom and liberation. Prerequisites: SOC 101 or 151, or 203 or instructor consent.


Sociology 356	3 (crs.)
The Black Male in the U.S. (ES)
This course highlights the multi-faceted realities of the Black Male in the United States. This course will examine the strains and lasting effects that slavery has had on the Black male in the United States while considering the dilemmas of the Black male regarding survival and success, including but not limited to: pride, manhood, masculinity, sexuality, economics, religion, education, scarcity, self- destruction, targeting, community, family, and strategies for improving and strengthening these areas. This course is designed to create awareness and interest in further research and study rather than to attempt exhaustive coverage of material or to present definitive analyses. Cross-listed: AF AM ST 356/SOC 356.


Sociology 359	3 (crs.)
Sociology of Race and Ethnicity (ES)
Racial and cultural minority groups in the United States, prejudice, types of discrimination and social processes in intergroup relations. Cross-listed: SOC JUST 359/SOC 359. Prerequisites: SOC 101 or 151, or 203 or instructor consent.


Sociology 361	3 (crs.)
Social Networks & Organizations
Theoretical and empirical analysis of the role that social networks and formal organizations play in modern social life and society. Prerequisites: SOC 101 or 151, or 203 or instructor consent.


Sociology 367	3 (crs.)
Sex & Sexualities
In this class we will examine sex and sexuality sociologically. These topics can feel deeply personal and private, but they are also profoundly social, involving community, culture, norms, social status, religion, work, family, school, media, and laws. We will examine sexual culture in the U.S., including how sex and sexuality operate in society, how they are regulated and how they are socially constructed. We will consider definitions of sex, sexual orientations and identities, and concepts like oppression, deviance, violence, inequality, socialization, and social institutions (among others). Cross-listed: SOC 367/WG STDS 367. Prerequisites: Students must have taken at least one of: SOC 101, 151, or 203. If you do not have the prerequisites you must obtain the permission of the instructor to take this course. Prerequisites for Women’s and Gender Studies students: WG STDS 201 or instructor consent.


Sociology 368	3 (crs.)
Sociology of Gender
Analysis of the social construction of gender, which shapes the lives of men and women through the organization of roles or patterns of expectations related to order in society, including sex-typed behavior and self-expression, sexualities, the division of labor, the organization of households, parenting, power and gender-based forms of discrimination. Cross-listed: SOC JUST 368/SOC 368/WG STDS 368. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203 or instructor consent.


Sociology 369	3 (crs.)
Sociology of Deviance
Sociological conceptions of the nature of deviance, its origin, its control, and the social processes which define behavior as deviant. Fieldwork included. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203 or instructor consent.


Sociology 371	3 (crs.)
Sociology of Mental Disorder
Sociological contributions to the understanding of mental disorder and its treatment. Sociological theories and research dealing with epidemiology, societal stresses and social reactions to the problem. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203 or instructor consent.


Sociology 381	3 (crs.)
Social Research
Critical examination and interpretation of the research process. Methods and theory used in the behavioral sciences in obtaining, interpreting, and presenting data. Prerequisite: SOC 281 with a grade of C or better, or program consent.


Sociology 382	3 (crs.)
Society Through Film
Films are employed to illustrate significant sociological concerns. Discussion of selected films is designed to promote critical analysis and insight into the social world in which we live and a critical analysis of films from a sociological standpoint. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203 or instructor consent. Strongly recommended: 6-9 credits in Sociology.


Sociology 388	3 (crs.)
Social Data Science
This course introduces students to techniques for collecting large amounts of digital data (“Big Data”) for social analysis. The course will primarily focus on analyzing text-based data (such as social media) and data visualization, and students will become proficient in the R programming language. The course will provide practical, hands-on experience and requires no prior computer programming knowledge. Prerequisites: SOC 101 or instructor consent. Recommended: SOC 281 or similar statistics course.


Sociology 389	3 (crs.)
Sociology of Education
Includes a consideration of formal and non-formal education and of social factors that influence what is learned. The process of learning in interaction with others is considered. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203 or instructor consent.


Sociology 390	3 (crs.)
Sociology Study Abroad
This course is designed to provide students opportunities to gain insights about our global society. This course aims at cultivating students’ sociological imagination in a global context, in which they will gain an understanding of social and historical contexts to shape their perspectives and lived experiences. Being situated within a different social context, they will also have a unique opportunity to develop a comparative perspective to deepen their knowledge and understanding about not only the country they visit but also their own within the global context. We will explore and learn about various social features of a non-U.S. society such as culture, economy, technology, modern history, and politics using sociological perspectives. In doing so, students will have opportunities to explore social environments as a powerful force to construct the human experience as well as what it means to be part of the globalizing world and its effects through a sense of connectedness. Each course will have lecture hours as well as the field trip experiences to justify three credit hours earned.


Sociology 407	1 – 4 (crs.)
Special Topics in Sociology
Application of sociological principles and procedures to current public issues or special topics in sociology. The topics studied will reflect areas of special demand or new developments in sociology. This course is repeatable for credit, provided that it has a different subtitle and content for each enrollment. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203 or instructor consent.


Sociology 446	1 – 3 (crs.)
Independent Study
See Independent Study under Course and Academic Advisement Policies information for general course description, general prerequisites, and proper contract form requirements. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203 or instructor consent.


Sociology 456	1 – 3 (crs.)
Related Readings
See Related Readings under Course and Academic Advisement Policies information for general course description, general prerequisites, and proper contract form requirements. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203 or instructor consent.


Sociology 467	1 – 8 (crs.)
Internship in Sociology
Supervised field experience accompanied by sociological analysis through relevant reading and writing assignments determined by student and instructor. Students must have an instructor from the Sociology Program and an approved internship outside of the discipline. Student, instructor, and internship supervisor will sign an internship contract based upon the program’s template. Prerequisite: SOC 275 or instructor consent.


Sociology 474	1 – 6 (crs.)
Honors Thesis
Honors thesis projects include any advanced independent endeavor in the student’s major field of study e.g., a written thesis, scientific experiment or research project, or creative arts exhibit or production. Proposals (attached to Independent Study contract) must show clear promise of honors level work and be approved by a faculty sponsor. Course title for transcript will be ‘Honors Thesis.’ Completed projects will be announced and presented to interested students and faculty. Prerequisites: SOC 101, 151 or 203 or instructor consent.


Sociology 481	3 (crs.)
Senior Seminar
This course serves as the Capstone for the sociology major. It focuses upon the formation, completion, and presentation of individual research projects that incorporate the skills and knowledge students have developed through their study of sociology. Class meetings function as seminars and focus upon these research projects, foundational and contemporary readings, and post-college plans, with discussion often led by students. Prerequisites: SOC 203, 281, and 381 all with a grade of C or better, and a declared major in Sociology.