Sociology Courses - Highlights
Fall 2025 - Undergraduate courses
Introduction to Sociology - SOC 1010 (Lecture/Online)
Sociological topics regarding social behavior, institutional dynamics and social change are examined, and the principles and basic concepts used by sociologists are taught.
Race, Class, and Gender - SOC 2640
Introduction to the study of race, class and gender as factors in American stratification.
African American Culture - SOC 2900
A survey of the sociohistorical and cultural factors related to the African American experience in the United States.
Social Research Methods - SOC 3270
Introduction to procedures used in the various phases of sociological research.
Social Psychology - SOC 3800
An introduction to theory and research concerning social influences on the experience and behavior of individuals. Includes interaction patterns, interpersonal and intergroup relations.
Fall 2026 - graduate courses
Social Research Methods - SOC 5270
Introduction to procedures used in the various phases of sociological research.
Spring 2026 - Undergraduate courses
Introduction to Sociology - SOC 1010 (Lecture/Online)
Sociological topics regarding social behavior, institutional dynamics and social change are examined, and the principles and basic concepts used by sociologists are taught.
Racial & Ethnic Minorities in the United States - SOC 2660
This course is a sociological exploration of American racial and ethnic groups. Emphasis is placed on the social construction of race and ethnicity and patterns of intergroup interactions. The historical experiences of selected groups are examined with emphasis on structural inequalities.
African American Culture - SOC 2900
A survey of the sociohistorical and cultural factors related to the African American experience in the United States.
Social Statistics - SOC 3290
Study of major statistical procedures and techniques in sociology.
People, Population & Society - SOC 4440
Methods of population analysis, including examination and evaluation of data sources.
Spring 2026 - Graduate Courses
Social Research Statistics - SOC 5290
Study of major statistical procedures and techniques in sociology.
Advanced Social Theory and Political Economy - SOC 6050
This course will analyze and evaluate major social theories drawn from various 19th and 20th century intellectual and ideological traditions. The common subject focus of course readings is state, power and class relations.
See a full list of sociology courses at the links below.