SOC-120 |
Cultural Anthropology |
Investigation of nature and function of human culture with stress on |
interrelationship of social institutions within cultural systems and emphasis |
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on operation of them in non-Western societies. |
SOC-2000 |
Society and Global Diversity |
This course is designed to expand students ' understanding of the social and psychological dimensions of global communities, while learning to relate and interact with those of different viewpoints and experiences. Topics of diversity and community will be explored in light of Mercy values, such as " dignity of each person " and " social responsibility ". |
SOC-246 |
Issues in Gerontology |
Survey of current social issues regarding the aging population. Topics such as |
social needs, delivery of services, legislation, advocacy, and ethics and legal |
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issues will be covered. |
SOC-260 |
Death and Dying |
Survey of dying as a social act; examination of selected topics; social concepts and attitudes on death and dying; social methods of dealing with death, effects of death on social groups, demographic concepts, euthanasia, legal aspects.( May be taken for psychology credit.) |
SOC-280 |
Ethical Issues in the Beh & Soc |
( For description see PSY 280.) |
3.00 |
Sciences |
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SOC-299 |
Selected Topics in Sociology |
This course provides students the opportunity to explore topics selected by the instructor. Course may be repeated if the topic changes. |
3.00 |
SOC-311 |
Sociology of Medicine |
Examination of the social organization of modern science-based medicine. |
Emphasis on health and disease as social processes influenced by social |
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roles, community factors and cultural values. |
SOC-321 |
Group Processes |
This course is an introduction to group dynamics with a focus on the theory |
3.00 |
and practice of group models in community health, education, and mental health settings. The course includes a review of multicultural competencies, ethics, and best practices in group work. Students will examine personal behaviors in group interaction and develop practical skills for group cofacilitation in structured exercises( required course components). Requisite: PSY 100 |
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SOC-330 |
The Healing Journey |
( For description see PHL 330.) |
3.00 |
SOC-331 |
The Middle Adult Years |
( For description see PSY 331.) |
3.00 |
SOC-338 |
Global Perspectives on Women |
This course explores women ' s issues in international law and policy, in third world development, and in cross-cultural and multi-cultural contexts. |
3.00 |