Sociology
Lyn
Huxford, Ph.D., Prof. of Sociology;
lhuxford@mckendree.edu
Neil Quisenberry, Ph.D., Assistant Prof. of Sociology;
pnquisenberry@mckendree.edu
Samantha A. Goodwin MA., Instructor of Anthropology;
sagoodwin@mckendree.edu
Students majoring in sociology develop a greater appreciation for how
society influences individual behavior and an understanding of how
societies are structured. Majors develop the skills to think more
critically about their own lives and the many social issues confronting us
in society today. A sociology major prepares students for graduate school
in sociology, social work, and criminal justice in addition to law school
and divinity school. Our graduates pursue many different career
opportunities including social services, criminal justice, community
organizing, health care administration, and urban planning, among others.
The sociology program offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology,
within a liberal arts context, by providing three tracks that a student
may follow:
1. General Program: This is geared to students who have more
general career plans and for those who plan to attend graduate school in
sociology. It is also intended for those who wish to develop a general
understanding of society.
2. Criminal Justice Emphasis: This is for students who wish to
pursue careers in the criminal justice field such as law enforcement,
corrections, and court services. This program is designed to provide
students with a broad knowledge of the workings of the agencies that make
up the criminal justice system.
3. Social Work Emphasis: This is for students who wish to pursue
careers in the general area of social work. This program will provide
students with a broad overview of the history, agencies, and philosophy of
social work.
There are also three areas where a student may minor within the
discipline. Each of these require ANT 149, SOC 150, SOC 295, SOC 400, and
at least six upper level hours.
1. General Sociology: Complete 19 credit hours in sociology.
2. Sociology with an Emphasis in Criminal Justice: Complete SOC
150, 170, 220, 350 or 360, 371, 440 or 445, and 460 plus three
hours of elective credit or CHE 101 for four hours.
3. Sociology with an Emphasis in Social Work: Complete SOC 270 and 390,
one SOC elective, choice of ANT 305 or ANT 345W, choice of SOC 350 or SOC
360. SOC 295 and SOC 400 are not required for this minor.
For a course to count toward a major or minor in sociology, a grade
better than D is required. No more than four credits of cross listed
courses may count toward a major or minor in sociology. In addition to any
prerequisites listed, SOC 150 is a prerequisite for all 300 or 400 level
sociology courses.
SOCIOLOGY MAJOR REQUIREMENTS: General Track
38 crs.
ANT 149.
INTRODUCTION TO CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY
(3)
SOC 150.
PRINCIPLES OF SOCIOLOGY
(3)
SOC 295.
INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGICAL THOUGHT
(3)
SOC 400.
METHODS OF SOCIAL RESEARCH
(4)
SOC 410.
CONTEMPORARY SOCIAL THEORY
(4)
SOC 495.
SOCIOLOGICAL ANALYSIS
(3)
additional Sociology electives
(18)
Supplementary requirement
MTH 310. STATISTICS (4)
and CSI 108 Introduction to Statistics Software (1)
It is recommended that students take both courses where options are
offered.
Sociology Major Requirements:
Criminal Justice
Emphasis 37 or 38 hours.
Requirements for the general track except SOC 410 plus
SOC 170.
INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE
(3)
SOC 220.
JUVENILE DELINQUENCY
(3)
SOC 350.
SOCIOLOGY OF GENDER
(3)
or
SOC 360.
RACE AND ETHNIC RELATIONS (3)
SOC 371.
SOCIOLOGY OF DEVIANCE
(3)
SOC 440.
POLICE AND URBAN SOCIETY (3)
or
SOC 445.
CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTIONS (3)
SOC 460.
CURRENT ISSUES IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
(3)
additional Sociology electives
(3) or CHE 101
Forensic Chemistry (4)
Supplementary requirement
MTH 310.
STATISTICS (4)
and CSI 108 INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS SOFTWARE
It is recommended that students take both courses where options are
offered.
SOCIOLOGY MAJOR REQUIREMENTS: Social Work Emphasis
35-37 crs.
Requirements for general track except SOC 410 plus
SOC 190.
INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL WORK
(3)
SOC 270.
SOCIAL PROBLEMS
(3)
SOC 279.
COMMUNITY ACTION/ORGANIZATION
(3)
SOC 350.
SOCIOLOGY OF GENDER
(3)
or
SOC 360.
RACE AND ETHNIC RELATIONS
(3)
SOC 380.
SOCIAL WORK PRACTICUM
(3)
SOC 390.
SOCIAL WELFARE POLICY
(3)
SOC 465.
CURRENT ISSUES IN SOCIAL WORK
(3)
Supplementary requirements
MTH 310.
STATISTICS
(4) and CSI 108 INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS SOFTWARE (1)
additional Sociology elective
(3)
Strongly recommended courses
PSI 102.
STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
(3)
PSY 315.
ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY
(4)
PSY 450.
COUNSELING AND CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
(4)
SPC 200.
SMALL GROUP COMMUNICATION
(3)
SOC
150.
PRINCIPLES OF SOCIOLOGY
(3)
An
introduction to sociology with an emphasis on basic concepts and
theoretical perspectives, and their application to an understanding of
social organization and social processes. Each semester.
SOC
170.
INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE
(3)
An
introduction to the criminal justice system with an emphasis on the
structure and functioning of law enforcement agencies, the courts, and
correctional institutions. Prerequisite: SOC 150. Annually, Spring.
SOC
190.
INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL WORK
(3)
An
overview of the historical development of social work in the United
States. An introduction to the values and principles of social work along
with the settings where social workers practice. Community service
required. Pre- or co-requisite SOC 150 or consent of instructor. Annually,
Fall.
SOC
220.
JUVENILE DELINQUENCY
(3)
An
introduction to the study of juvenile delinquency and a survey of the
history and operations of the juvenile justice system. Prerequisite: SOC
170, or consent of instructor. Annually, Fall.
SOC
240.
SOCIAL ISSUES PRACTICUM
(1 or 3)
An
analysis of contemporary social issues through a combination of community
service and classroom sessions. Students enrolled in this course must
participate in an extended field experience. No more than four credit
hours of credit for this class may be applied toward the major. Pass/Fail
only. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. As needed.
SOC
260.
SOCIOLOGY OF THE FAMILY
(3)
A
study of the institutions of marriage and the family with an emphasis on
the family in the U.S. Specifically, students will investigate the origin
and evolution of the family, human sexuality, love and marriage, sex
roles, parent/child interactions and the relationship between the family
and other cultural institutions. Alternate years, Fall ‘02.
SOC
270.
SOCIAL PROBLEMS
(3)
A
sociological analysis of the social problems confronting contemporary
societies, particularly the United States, and the processes by which they
become identified as social problems. Annually, Spring.
SOC
279.
COMMUNITY ACTION/ORGANIZATION
(3)
Macro
social work deals with organizing the effective delivery of services,
strengthening community life, and preventing social problems. An
introduction to community organization, locality development, social
planning, and social action models. Community service required.
Prerequisite: SOC 190 or consent of instructor. Alternate years, Fall
‘02.
SOC
280-289. SPECIAL TOPICS
IN SOCIOLOGY
(1-4)
Special
topics courses allow offerings not regularly scheduled to be taught. These
may be offered by the faculty or students may request courses in areas of
their interest and faculty expertise. Depending on the subject matter,
this may be cross listed with courses in other disciplines. As needed.
SOC
295.
INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGICAL THOUGHT (W)
(3)
An
overview of the development of sociological theory with an emphasis on
classical theory. This course is designed to cultivate in students the
analytical skills they will need to be good social thinkers. Prerequisite:
SOC 150. or consent of instructor. Annually, Spring.
SOC
330.
POPULAR CULTURE
(3)
Pop-culture
artifacts and practices are vital cultural spaces for the articulation of
our social, political, and personal identities. Focusing on popular
culture, the course will examine the communicative roles of cultural
artifacts and practices. Sites of interrogation will include pop culture
texts, locales, practices and actors. Prerequisite: SOC 150, SOC 295, and
SOC 310, or consent of instructor. As needed.
SOC
350.
SOCIOLOGY OF GENDER
(3)
A
sociological examination of the social creation of gender and how that
concept is transmitted and maintained. The implications of gender will be
studied in relation to social, economic and political stratification.
Prerequisites: Soc 150, Soc 295, and Soc 310, or consent of instructor.
Alternate years, Fall ‘05.
SOC
354.
URBAN SOCIOLOGY
(3)
An
introduction to the study of urban areas. The history and development of
urbanization, processes of urban change and conflict, and social and
psychological effects of urban life will be examined. Prerequisite: SOC
150, SOC 295, and SOC 310, or consent of instructor. Alternate years,
Spring ‘07.
SOC
360.
RACE AND ETHNIC RELATIONS
(3)
A
study of race and ethnic relations in the United States and other
countries. The course examines the origins of ethnic conflict, the
establishment of ethnic group stratification and the factors that
perpetuate ethnic group conflict. Special emphasis will be given to the
experience of African Americans. Prerequisite: SOC 150, SOC 295, and SOC
310, or consent of instructor. Alternate Years, Fall ‘06.
SOC
371.
SOCIOLOGY OF DEVIANCE
(3)
An
analysis of the sociological theories of deviant behavior. The social
construction of deviance will be examined along with an analysis of some
of the actions identified as deviant in our society. Prerequisite: SOC
150, SOC 295, and SOC 310, or consent of instructor. Annually, Fall.
SOC
380.
SOCIAL WORK PRACTICUM
(3)
An
introduction to social work practice through a combination of community
service and classroom sessions. Extended field observation required.
Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite: SOC 190, SOC 295, and SOC
310, or consent of instructor. Alternate years, Spring 07.
SOC
390.
SOCIAL WELFARE POLICY
(3)
This
course focuses on the process of social welfare policy formation at the
state and federal level. Reviews the history of social welfare policy in
the United States and the impact changing policy has on clients, social
services and social work roles. Prerequisite: SOC 190, SOC 295, and SOC
310, or consent of instructor. Alternate years, Fall ‘05.
SOC
400.
METHODS OF SOCIAL RESEARCH (W)
(4)
An
introduction to social science writing and research skills. This course is
designed to cultivate the student’s skills in evaluating the
significance of published research findings and in designing original
research. Topics include the interdependence of theory and research,
hypothesis formation, research design, sampling techniques, and various
methods of observation. Prerequisites: MTH 310, CSI 108 and Senior Status.
Annually, Fall.
SOC
401.
SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY (3)
Same
as PSY 401. Prerequisite: SOC 295 and SOC 310, or consent of instructor.
Alternate Years, Spring ‘06.
SOC
410.
CONTEMPORARY SOCIAL THEORY (W)
(4)
A
critical examination of the major developments in contemporary
sociological theory. Prerequisite: SOC 150, SOC 295, and SOC 310, or
consent of instructor. Annually, Fall.
SOC
420.
SOCIAL STRATIFICATION
(3)
An
examination of the relationship between inequality and the historical
development of societies. Various theoretical perspectives on social
stratification will be discussed, as will the concept of class conflict
and the role of ideology in the maintenance of inequality. Prerequisite:
SOC 150, SOC 295, and SOC 310, or consent of instructor. Alternate years,
Fall ‘05.
SOC
440.
POLICE AND URBAN SOCIETY (3)
An
examination of the social and historical origins of the police and the
changing nature of police organizations in contemporary urban society.
Prerequisite: SOC 170, SOC 295 and SOC 310, or consent of instructor.
Annually Fall.
SOC
445.
CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTIONS (3)
An
examination and analysis of contemporary correctional systems.
Consideration will be given to such issues as the goals of incarceration,
prisoner’s rights, prison violence, treatment and rehabilitation
programs, and parole. Prerequisite: SOC 170, SOC 295 and SOC 310,or
consent of instructor. Annually Spring.
SOC
450.
SOCIOLOGY OF SPORT
(3)
A
sociological examination of sports and sport-related behaviors as they
occur in social and cultural contexts. Same as PED 450. Prerequisite: SOC
150, 295, and SOC 310, or consent of instructor. Alternate years, Spring
‘06.
SOC
460.
CURRENT ISSUES IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
(3)
A
seminar in criminal justice, with independent student projects, focusing
on selected topics. Prerequisite: SOC 170, MTH 310,CSI 108 and senior
status, or consent of instructor. Annually, Spring.
SOC
465.
CURRENT ISSUES IN SOCIAL WORK
(3)
A
seminar in current controversies and trends in social work theory and
practice. Students will conduct intensive research. Specific course topics
will change every year. Prerequisite: SOC 190, SOC 295, and SOC 310 and
senior status, or consent of instructor. Alternate years, Spring '06.
SOC
470.
INTERNSHIP IN SOCIOLOGY
(3-8)
SOC
480.
INDEPENDENT STUDY IN SOCIOLOGY
(1-4)
SOC
490.
SEMINAR IN SOCIOLOGY
(2-4)
Selected
topics. Alternate years, Fall ‘06.
SOC
495.
SOCIOLOGICAL ANALYSIS
(3)
A
senior capstone course for sociology majors focusing on a review and
integration of sociological knowledge. Students will explore career and
graduate school opportunities, and prepare a portfolio. Prerequisite: SOC
400, MTH 310, CSI 108 and Senior status.
Annually, Spring. |
Majoring in Sociology