This course builds on the concepts of community from previous courses and integrates the theoretical and methodological skills with the concept of the community. There will be a balance between theory and action. Students will acquire additional method skills which will serve as tools in community development. SOC coursework Seminar serves as a capstone for the general degree option in sociology. The philosophical underpinnings of the basic issues in sociology will be examined.
Students come to see how the pieces of sociology forms a cogent whole.
SOC 237 or equivalent Independent original research under the direction of a Sociology faculty member. Permission and a contract specifying topic and requirements are necessary before enrollment for the course. A contract specifying readings and requirements for the course is necessary before enrollment for the course.