SOC 210  The Power of Numbers--Statistics in Sociology  Credits: 3 (3-0-0)

Course Description: Provides tools to think quantitatively about the social world and critically consume statistics encountered in everyday life. Covers the logic of statistical inference and how to perform quantitative analyses.
Prerequisite: MATH 100 to 199 - at least 1 credit.
Registration Information: Completion of AUCC Category 1B or at least 1 credit MATH.
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring.
Grade Mode: Traditional.
Special Course Fee: No.

Major in Sociology, Criminology and Criminal Justice Concentration

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Students who concentrate in Criminology and Criminal Justice learn to view issues of crime, victimization, and justice at multiple levels—from individuals to communities and institutions. A sociological perspective on these issues focuses our attention to the social aspects of crime, law, and deviance including understanding societal factors that contribute to crime, effective and innovative programmatic approaches to prevent or control crime, the unintended consequences of our system for marginalized communities, and the role of research in creating effective policy. Our faculty teach courses that address issues like forms of punishment in the U.S. and global context, how gender shapes people’s experiences with crime, environmental and state crime, as well as evidence-based policing practices. Moreover, o ur undergraduate program provides students with a strong theoretical foundation in sociology, research methods, data collection, and analysis. These are all essential skills for a wide variety of careers including those associated with law, justice, or advocacy. Our unique mentoring program models how to transfer students’ sociological skill sets to meaningful employment after graduation. We can’t wait to guide you through a life-changing major !    

Major in Sociology, General Sociology Concentration

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Sociology is the study of societies. Sociologists examine social issues using empirical evidence and learn how to act as agents of social justice and change. Students gain critical thinking skills to understand the complexities of our current social world.  A General Sociology concentration provides flexibility so that students can explore a diverse array of topics such as dynamics of social inequalities, race, gender, capitalism, environmental justice, deviance, and the criminal justice system.  Moreover, o ur undergraduate program provides students with a strong theoretical foundation in sociology, research methods, data collection, and analysis. These are all essential skills for a wide variety of careers including researchers, counselors, policy analysts, managers, criminal justice personnel, as well as strong preparation for graduate or law school.  Our unique mentoring program models how to transfer students’ sociological skill sets to meaningful employment after graduation. We can’t wait to guide you through a life-changing major!  

Major in Sociology, Environmental Sociology Concentration

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Environmental sociology teaches you how to address contemporary issues and why that matters at multiple scales – from individuals, to communities, to nations. Our students develop tools to better understand the sources of and create systems-based solutions to vital social and environmental problems. Our faculty teach courses that address issues like environmental inequalities, natural resource conservation, and food justice. Moreover, o ur undergraduate program provides students with a strong theoretical foundation in sociology, research methods, data collection, and analysis. These are all essential skills for a wide variety of careers associated with environment, natural resources, policy , justice, or advocacy—as well as strong preparation for graduate or law school. Our unique mentoring program models how to transfer students’ sociological skill sets to meaningful employment after graduation. We can’t wait to guide you through a life-changing major !   

Major in Agricultural Biology

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Major in Political Science

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