SOC 309 - Families

4 credit(s)
The primary emphasis is on the relationship between the familial institution and the society in which it is being studied. Attention is given to trans-historical and cross-cultural data and how social change impacts the institution. Additional areas of investigation include definitions of the family, socialization, cohabitation, courtship, marriage, divorce, gender and sex roles, sexuality, socio-economic forces, family violence, alternative forms, and the future of the family. Also listed as GSS 309.
Core Requirement(s): Social Systems and Human Behavior.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing (30 or more completed credits) or 4 credits from SOC, ANTH, CJLS, GSS, JEDI, SOCWK, or PH.