SOC 3133 credits
SOC 313: Sociology of Families
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- This course evaluates families as social institutions, and examines how social factors such as race, class, and gender shape contemporary families. Additional topics may include historical trends in family formation as well as contemporary public policies. This course is the same as SSC 313, and course repeat rules will apply. Students should consult with their major department regarding any restrictions on their degree requirements.
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- Joanna Pepin
- Laura Obernesser
- Sampson Blair
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