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value conflicts. Topics include mental health, drugs and
alcohol, juvenile delinquency, crime, criminal justice,
stratification, racism, aging, population growth, gender roles,
health care, education, the environment and the family.
(Offered fall and spring terms) Prerequisite: SB 130 Introduction
to Sociology or permission of the instructor
SB 232 Sociology of Gender
3 credits (AS)
This course examines influences that social structure and
social change have on gender roles in modern societies. The
course challenges students to examine their preconceptions
about what it means to be women and men in modern
societies, develops an understanding of cultural influences on
women’s and men’s development, deepens their insights into
the nature of women’s and men’s roles in society, and
explores the future of gender roles and personal options.
(Offered on a rotating basis) Prerequisite: SB 130 Introduction to
Sociology
SB 234 Social Psychology
3 credits (AS)
This course introduces students to the social approach in the
discipline of psychology. The course focuses on how the
presence of other people influences one’s behavior and
mental processes. Topics investigated include: social
cognition, social influence and social relations. Students learn
basic issues and methodologies prevalent in social
psychology. They also evaluate social problems and examine
their own beliefs and behaviors from a social psychology
perspective. (Offered annually) Prerequisite: SB 120 Introduction
to Psychology or SB 130 Introduction to Sociology
SB 250 Cultural Geography
3 credits (AS)
The purpose of this class is to provide an introduction to the
concepts of human geography. This will involve the study of
population trends and migration patterns; cultural, and ethnic
differences; economic activity and settlement patterns; and of
human environment interactions. Comprehensive map work
is an integral part of the course. (Offered annually)
SB 260 Human Sexuality
3 credits (AS)
Human Sexuality is designed to help students better
understand sexuality and sexual behavior in themselves and
others. Emphasis is on the interrelationship of biology and
psychology. The course examines a variety of social issues
relevant to sexual attitudes and behaviors.
SB 265 Alcohol and Other Drugs in Modern Society
3 credits (AS)
This course assists students in understanding the role and
impact of alcohol and other drugs in today’s society. Topics
included are historical and societal trends, political and
economic issues of treatment, the nature of addictions, their
effects on the family, and prevention and intervention
methods. (Offered annually) Prerequisite: SB 120 Introduction to
Psychology or SB 130 Introduction to Sociology
SB 268 Community Psychology
and Social Change
3 credits (AS)
This course examines how communities function and change
through social and environmental factors. The changing roles
of psychologists in community-oriented work and the
development and evaluation of programs for the elimination
of a variety of problems in living are discussed. Prerequisite: SB
110 Introduction to Anthropology, SB 120 Introduction to Psychology
or SB 130 Introduction to Sociology
SB 285 Liberal Studies Internship
3 credits (CS)
The Liberal Studies internship is an elective course that gives
liberal studies students the opportunity to test career options
related to their area of study. The internship includes a set of
preliminary class meetings on professional conduct and their
connections to liberal arts study. Seminars accompany the
internships to allow for exchange of information about
students’ internship experiences. The College makes final
arrangements for the internship placement and provides
transportation when possible. This course does not satisfy
General Education or distribution requirements in the SB
area. (Offered fall and spring terms) Prerequisites: A minimum
grade of "C" in EN 101 Academic Writing I and CM 121 Effective
Speaking, sophomore status, and permission of instructor
SB 301 Models of Society
3 credits (AS)
In this interdisciplinary course, students analyze and apply
theoretical models drawn from the social sciences including,
but not limited to, geography, economics, history and political
science. Topics discussed include the impact of geography on
economic and environmental issues, international economic
systems and theories, individual and collective economic and
political decision-making, political systems and theories, and
manifestations of authoritative and subaltern status in
national and international contexts. (Offered alternate years)
SB 311 Contemporary Ethnic Families
3 credits (AS)
This course examines the manner in which race, class and
ethnicity affect family functioning styles in relation to a
number of societal institutions. Students will be exposed to
an overview of the uniquely diverse mixture of backgrounds
found in American family life, and will examine their own
ethno-cultural backgrounds to determine their impact on life
experiences and choices. Students will also consider practical
issues of applying the knowledge of ethno-cultural factors to
their particular major. (Offered spring term) Prerequisite: SB
110 Introduction to Anthropology or SB 130 Introduction to Sociology
or SB 120 Introduction to Psychology or SB 201 Multicultural
Contributions
SB 322 Psychology Applied to Organizational Behavior
3 credits (AS)
This course explores the complexity of behavior within
organizational settings and helps students develop the social
interaction abilities necessary for professional success.
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