Sociology Visit the Social Work Website 131. Examines the wide variety of problems social workers confront, the diverse clients they serve, the places they work, the knowledge and skills they use, the social programs they carry out and the philosophy and values they hold. Career opportunities in the profession are explored.
Course entails volunteer experience in a social service agency.
Open to non-majors. A study of factors and theories associated with poverty in America. Presents a historical survey of responses to poverty issues and problems, including the institution of public welfare. Examines preconceived beliefs about poverty and presents alternative ways of considering poverty and designing interventions. Open to non- majors.