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Spring 2023 Sociology Courses

Classical Sociological Theory

SOCIOLOGY 3030
T & TH 12:00-1:15 pm (CRN 20934)                                                                    T 5:30-8:10 pm (CRN 20935)
Dr. Hill

A study of the classical tradition of sociological thought in late 18th to early 20th century Europe and 19th to early 20th century U.S. The course introduces the main theories of Comte, Martineau, Marx, Weber, Simmel, Durkheim, and others, including early theorists of gender and race. To be taken before SOC 4030.


Pre-requisite(s): SOC 1010.

Intro to Ethnic Studies

SOCIOLOGY 2400 (CRN 20936)
MWF 12:30-1:20 pm 
Dr. Glass

This course is an introduction to the study of race and ethnicity, especially through the experiences of ethnic minority groups in the United States. We will explore the main perspectives, theories, findings, and other features, focusing especially on how social systems define and shape racial understandings and outcomes as well as continuing efforts to dismantle racial oppression.

Social Problems

SOCIOLOGY 1020
WSU: T & TH 10:30-11:45 am CRN 20930 Dr. Trentelman, T & TH 12:00-1:15 pm CRN 20929 Dr. Trentelman                                                                    ONL: CRN 20931 Greg Richens, CRN 20932 Mark Simpson, & CRN 20933 Kimberly Love

A study of major social problems in contemporary society, including issues of age, gender, family, race, ethnicity, wealth and poverty, politics, education, public safety, health care, substance abuse, and environment. Special emphasis is given to these issues and their consequences for today’s global and diverse society.

Sociology of Education

SOCIOLOGY 3420 (CRN 20937)
MWF 8:30-9:20 AM
Dr. Trentelman

Analysis of the structure and function of education as a central social institution in contemporary society. The role of education in today’s social world: How it’s working & how it’s not.

Readings and Projects

SOCIOLOGY 4830 (Various CRNs)
1.00 TO 3.00 Credit hours
Various Offerings

Individual research projects for sociology majors or minors (maximum of 5 hours applied toward graduation, 3 of which can be applied toward the sociology major or minor); contact Belinda McElheny to get more information and register.

Students who wish to work on a faculty research project that is currently in progress, please contact Dr. R.C. Morris directly: rcmorris@weber.edu

Criminology

SOCIOLOGY 3270 (CRN 22273)
Thur 4:30-7:10 pm  (SLCC Miller Campus)
Dr. Spencer Blake

Study of the nature, extent, causes, and the treatment of crime.


Pre-requisite(s): SOC 1010 or SOC 1020.