Gwynedd Mercy University
AY2020-2021 / Undergraduate Academic Catalog
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 ". Prerequisites : ENG-101 ( Required , Previous ).
SOC-201 Introduction to Human Services ( 3 ) This course will present an overview of the elements which define human services . The history of human services , values , and ethics will be discussed . Basic counseling techniques and an overview of the various agencies of human services will be covered providing a strong overview of generalist human services practice . This course requires a short social service volunteer experience . ( Fall semester only ) Prerequisites : SOC-100 ( Required , Previous ).
SOC-203 History & Culture of New Orleans ( 3 ) New Orleans is an American city unlike any other in the United States . Because of its location at the mouth of the Mississippi River , New Orleans became the most cosmopolitan city in the country in the late 1800s . As a result , the city became a culture unto itself through its Creole food , its language , and through its blend of cultural music that became Jazz . This course will explore the culture of New Orleans and what makes it unique through a study of food , music , architecture , Mardi Gras , and geography , as well as its dark side of the slave trade and red light district known as Storyville . This course consists of 12 hours of classroom instruction on campus and six days in New Orleans with tours , museums , a cooking demonstration , and many jazz venues . Additional fees for travel and accommodations apply to this course . Prerequisites :
SOC-246 Issues in Gerontology ( 3 ) Survey of current social issues regarding the aging population . Topics such as social needs , delivery of services , legislation , advocacy , and ethics and legal issues will be covered . Prerequisites : SOC-100 ( Required , Previous ).
SOC-260 Death and Dying ( 3 ) 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 .) Prerequisites :
SOC-280 Ethical Issues in the Beh & Soc Sciences ( 3 ) ( For description see PSY 280 .) Prerequisites :
SOC-285 Therapeutic Activities for the Elderly ( 3 )
SOC-299 Selected Topics in Sociology ( 3 ) This course provides students the opportunity to explore topics selected by the instructor . Course may be repeated if the topic changes . Prerequisites :
SOC 303 Policy and Social Change ( 3 )
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