This survey course permits students to explore the rich variety of topics studied by sociologists. Central to all the topics are the structures and processes of human interaction.
Emphasis is placed on the relationship of natural and social factors in human behavior.
Disadvantaged, or powerless, not simply numerical, minorities are studied in terms of their demographic and ecological characteristics. Contemporary issues are studied in historical context. Through readings, audio-visual materials, panels and informal student reports, class members investigate the roles of men and women in the existing economic structure, the reasons for these roles and the development of trends and changes in the economic area. The characteristics of charismatic leaders and the methodology used to study this phenomenon are central themes of this course. The study of social movements in American society.