This course focuses on the theory and practice of third-party intervention in social conflict, including the roles of mediation, advocacy, arbitration and consultation in a wide range of settings. Students learn the conceptual framework, process and skills through extensive role-playing. With its emphasis on practical outreach, the course is useful to people in such areas as church ministry, business, education and social work. Described under SOWK 361. Leadership Practicum 1 Internships are provided through campus and community organizations.
Students gain leadership experience through leading program efforts in a variety of areas.
Recommended to be taken concurrently with SOC 232. Critical perspectives are drawn from a variety of peacemaking traditions including the field of restorative justice. 412 Sociology of Religion 3 Designed to develop an understanding of the sociological dimension of religious belief and behavior, the interrelationships of religion as a social institution with other societal institutions, formal and informal organizations growing from and propagating religious activity, the interaction between transcendent and cultural components of religion, and the functions of religion in American society. This course is a study of sociological theory and how it helps students understand the process of social change. Historical and modern perspectives are examined to find practical applications for current efforts to promote change.