This course will help students to understand social welfare and social work. It focuses on the why, the what, the who, the when, the where, and in a beginning way, the how of social work. The course is for students who want to increase their general understanding about social welfare and social work and those who have a professional interest in social work.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
COREQUISITE: SOC 111

This course will introduce the student to the broad concept of social welfare policy. A critical framework will be developed for analyzing the process of social welfare policy formulation and program implementation. Attention will also be given to the social welfare policies in the history of American society with focus placed on those policies that are significant in the lives of black people and poor people and the development of their communities in the United States.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
COREQUISITES: SWK 115, SOC 111

The course is designed to examine human growth and development, human behavior, and the social environment. in addition, this course focuses on social systems in which people live (families, groups, organizations, institutions, and communities), the interaction among systems, and the ways in which systems promote or hinder optimum health and well-being.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITES: SWK 115 and SWK 211

This foundation course examines the role and interaction of social workers with vulnerable groups. This includes concepts of racism, sexism, homophobia, oppression, affirmative action, and xenophobia. These components will be discussed in relation to the role institutions of the larger society play for These groups. Implications for practice with individuals, families, and communities are examined, as are policy and research implications.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITES: SWK 115, SWK 211

This course is the second of two required course in the Human Behavior & Social Environment sequence. in this advanced course, students prepare for clinical social work practice that reflects advanced understanding of life span development and socio-psychological identity development in individuals, families, groups, and communities. An emphasis will be placed on the understanding and identifying the classifications in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). FurTher, students will sharpen their assessment, evaluation, intervention, and advocacy skills for clients who present with a mental disorder diagnosis.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITE: SWK 215

The course is designed to familiarize students with different practice techniques to use when working with individuals, families, and groups. The student will develop knowledge and skills for direct service to individuals, families, and groups to address issues related to well-being. Students will also learn Theories of group formation and group work techniques to use while in group settings.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITES: SWK 115, SWK 211

This is the second of two required practice courses in the social work practice sequence. This course will continue to build upon client-system engagement and assessment skills introduced in SWK 314 - Social Work Practice I. The course will provide students with an understanding of planning and generalist intervention methods used especially with individuals, families, and groups with an emphasis on the utilization and integration of Theory, methods, techniques of practice, and interviewing skills.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITE: SWK 314

This course is a study of the origin development and functioning of culture; an examination of the variations of social structure and social behavior in various societies around the world; an analysis of the relationship between culture and personality.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS

This course is a survey of social problems which are of current concern to American Society, with attention given to major contributing factors, potential solutions, and research needs.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITE: SOC 111

This course is a study of the family; and an examination of courtship, love, marriage, husbandwife and parentchild relationships, and family disorganization.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS

This course is an introduction to the foundations of statistical thinking and exploratory data analysis. This course is designed to help students acquire fundamental skills in organizing, displaying, reading, and interpreting data including the use of standard computer software, such as the BIDP package to analyze their data. The computer analytic skills are taught in a two-hour computer applications lab which meets once a week. Offered every fall; this course is required of all majors within the School of Social Sciences.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITES: MAT 103, or MAT 106, or advanced level math with a "C" average
Offered every fall; this course is required of all majors within the School of Social Sciences.

This course is an introduction to the principles of behavior. This course represents a comprehensive overview of major Theoretical areas of study within the field of psychology. Focus is placed on the scientific and experimental aspects of psychological thinking, brain and behavior, human development, consciousness, conditioning and learning, memory, cognition, language, creativity, intelligence, and gender and sexuality. Offered every fall and spring semester.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITE: ENG 101
Offered every fall and spring semester.

This course will incorporate the fields of sociology, psychology, political science, history, and economics, introducing students to ways each field identifies and addresses social issues in current events in society and culture. Critical thinking skills will be introduced throughout the course that will enable students to properly defend or refute their position.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS

The Diaspora Studies is a Social Sciences interdisciplinary course designed to broaden students' knowledge of the black experience in a global context. Students will be exposed to and explore social, political, and cultural trends across the African Diaspora from the 18th century to the present, giving attention to Themes ranging from identity to colonization, oppression, resistance/protest, and liberation. Additionally, this course will employ elements of the Humanities to deepen students' understanding of the black experience across the Diaspora. This course is designed to encourage critical thinking and analytical reasoning.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS

This course will help students to understand social welfare and social work. It focuses on the why, the what, the who, the when, the where, and in a beginning way, the how of social work. The course is for students who want to increase their general understanding about social welfare and social work and those who have a professional interest in social work.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
COREQUISITE: SOC 111

This course will introduce the student to the broad concept of social welfare policy. A critical framework will be developed for analyzing the process of social welfare policy formulation and program implementation. Attention will also be given to the social welfare policies in the history of American society with focus placed on those policies that are significant in the lives of black people and poor people and the development of their communities in the United States.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
COREQUISITES: SWK 115, SOC 111

The course is designed to examine human growth and development, human behavior, and the social environment. in addition, this course focuses on social systems in which people live (families, groups, organizations, institutions, and communities), the interaction among systems, and the ways in which systems promote or hinder optimum health and well-being.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITES: SWK 115 and SWK 211

The purpose of this course is to assists students in acquiring the knowledge base and skills required to identify ethical issues, to resolve ethical dilemmas, and the capacity to make ethical decisions when confronted with conflicting duties and choices that occur within the context of professional social work practice at all levels.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITES: SWK 115 and SWK 211

The course is designed to familiarize students with different practice techniques to use when working with individuals, families, and groups. The student will develop knowledge and skills for direct service to individuals, families, and groups to address issues related to well-being. Students will also learn Theories of group formation and group work techniques to use while in group settings.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITES: SWK 115, SWK 211

This is the second of two required practice courses in the social work practice sequence. This course will continue to build upon client-system engagement and assessment skills introduced in SWK 314 - Social Work Practice I. The course will provide students with an understanding of planning and generalist intervention methods used especially with individuals, families, and groups with an emphasis on the utilization and integration of Theory, methods, techniques of practice, and interviewing skills.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITE: SWK 314

This foundation course examines the role and interaction of social workers with vulnerable groups. This includes concepts of racism, sexism, homophobia, oppression, affirmative action, and xenophobia. These components will be discussed in relation to the role institutions of the larger society play for These groups. Implications for practice with individuals, families, and communities are examined, as are policy and research implications.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITES: SWK 115, SWK 211

The course will investigate the nature of complex social and community organizations such as business, industry, and government. Students will apply key social Theories for bringing effective community based social action. Special attention will be given to community-based disaster preparedness, recovery efforts, and management strategies. Students will be familiar with the strategies to build resilient community, community-mindedness, and cooperative relationships between disaster victims and recovery organizations. How disasters lead to rapid social change will also be explored.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITES: SOC 111 or SWK 115 (for Sociology majors). Non-majors (must complete one of the Theme areas of the General Education)
Co-listed As: SOC 331

This course introduces the basic principles and concepts of sociology and examination of the elements of social structure and social behavior. Focus is placed on the fundamental structure of American society and the basic changes occurring in recent years, with tentative projections into the future. This course is a prerequisite for all required courses in the Sociology major. Offered each semester.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
Offered each semester.

This course is a study of the origin development and functioning of culture; an examination of the variations of social structure and social behavior in various societies around the world; an analysis of the relationship between culture and personality.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS

This course is an introduction to the foundations of statistical thinking and exploratory data analysis. This course is designed to help students acquire fundamental skills in organizing, displaying, reading, and interpreting data including the use of standard computer software, such as the BIDP package to analyze their data. The computer analytic skills are taught in a two-hour computer applications lab which meets once a week. Offered every fall; this course is required of all majors within the School of Social Sciences.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITES: MAT 103, or MAT 106, or advanced level math with a "C" average
Offered every fall; this course is required of all majors within the School of Social Sciences.

This course is a survey of social problems which are of current concern to American Society, with attention given to major contributing factors, potential solutions, and research needs.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITE: SOC 111

This course is a survey of sociological Theories of contemporary relevance. Marx, Durkheim, Weber, Dubois, Park, and others considered against the background of the intellectual and social currents of their time; contributions of These thinkers to modern social Theory are evaluated.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITES: SOC 111, two other courses in the Department, and junior standing, or permission of the instructor
Co-listed As: SWK 341

In this course, consideration will be given to the nature, methods, principles, and techniques of scientific social research. The application of statistical techniques (both descriptive and inferential) to various kinds of research problems and methodologies will be delineated. Students will be expected to conduct a group/individual sociological research project as well as be familiar with the use of computers in research.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITE: SSD 215
COREQUISITE: SOC 341
Co-listed As: SWK 380

The course objective is to enable senior sociology majors to analyze topics related to social issues using sociological perspective and develop an empirical (primary or secondary data) research proposal for later execution in Senior Seminar IL The exit requirement for the course is an oral presentation, a written copy of the completed proposal, development of a survey instrument, and completing the IRB requirements to conduct the study. This course is offered during the fall semester of the senior year. Prerequisite: SSD 215 & Corequisite SOC 380.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITE: SSD 215
COREQUISITE: SOC 380
This course is offered during the fall semester of the senior year.

This course is designed as a follow-up to SWK 443 - Skills in Interview and Licensure Exam. The course objective is to provide senior Social Work majors an opportunity to execute the research proposal developed in their SWK 443 course. Students will collect the data, analyze the data using SPSS, and complete the paper in fulfillment of the College's Senior Paper requirement. The exit requirement for the course is an oral presentation (senior paper defense) on and a written copy of the completed paper following the Department's guidelines. The written copy is to be submitted by the date published by the College's Writing Commission, which will be made known to students at the beginning of the course. Offered during the spring semester. Students are also required to take the comprehensive exam for Sociology.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITES: SWK 400 & SWK 443; Student must have senior standing
Offered during the spring semester.

This course is a study of the family; and an examination of courtship, love, marriage, husbandwife and parentchild relationships, and family disorganization.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS

This course examines survey types, rates, and trends in juvenile offenses in the United States and selected other nations and explores a wide range of Theories explaining juvenile delinquency. This course examines past, present, and emerging procedures for reducing antisocial behavior and administering juvenile justice and rehabilitation programs.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS

This course provides an introductory analysis of the causes and consequences of crime and delinquency and an examination of society's reaction to criminal behavior, including the legal, judicial, and penal system.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
COREQUISITE: SOC 111 or POL 101

This course examines the relationship of sociological variables such as race, class, and income to the quality of health services and to the prevalence of disease. Additional topics include the organization and financing of medical care in the United States and cultural factors in the definition of illness.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS

The course will investigate the nature of complex social and community organizations such as business, industry, and government. Students will apply key social Theories for bringing effective community-based social action. Special attention will be given to community-based disaster preparedness, recovery efforts, and management strategies. Students will be familiar with the strategies to build resilient community, community-mindedness, and cooperative relationships between disaster victims and recovery organizations. How disasters lead to rapid social change will also be explored.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITES: SOC 111 or SWK 115 (for Sociology & Social Work majors). Non-majors (must complete one of the Theme areas of the General Education)
Co-listed As: SWK 331

This course provides seminars and independent studies in various subfields within sociology and anthropology, with emphasis on areas not represented in regular offerings in the department. Individual study projects will be encouraged. Topics include A. Independent Study B. Research Seminar in Sociology C. Selected Topics in Sociology, e.g., Black Institutions, Population and Environment, Sociology of Deviant Behavior, or Social Movements. This course may be taken more than once as different topics are treated each time.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITE: SOC 111

This course is a study of the biological process of aging, the response of society to the aged, special problems common to the elderly, and the effects of industrialization on the roles and attitudes of this stage category. Special emphasis on the Black elderly.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
COREQUISITES: SOC 301, 306, 316

The course objective is to enable students to understand individual behavior within the social environment. Topics to be studied include the self, social perception, social cognition and information processing, attitudes, and persuasion, prejudice, stereotyping and discrimination, social influence and group behavior, romantic relationships, aggressive behavior, helping behavior, and applied social psychology.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITE: SOC 111

The course examines the impact of race, ethnicity, class, and gender by engaging students in major topics and Themes currently shaping political and cultural institutions in the United States. A major focus of the course is on the social construction of race, racial, ethnic, class, and gender identity. It will include a historical perspective from pre-colonial times to the present to examine the experiences and contributions of marginalized groups and how the status quo has been maintained by dominant group. The course will also explore current strategies to build an inclusive society. The course can be used by other departments and interdisciplinary programs such as education, history, political science, psychology, economics, and some humanities.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
Co-listed As: SWK 412

This course examines how the rise of metropolitan area has impacted both city-dwellers and rural communities. The seminar introduces students to the key Theoretical and methodological trends in urban and rural sociology. Topics include the changing nature of community, the development and structure of neighborhoods, the relationship between social processes and the built environment, and variation in urban, suburban, and rural social problem and policy issues. The course draws on the sociological study of cities while integrating perspectives from history, political science, economics, anthropology, and geography so students gain a holistic understanding of the American physical and cultural landscape.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
Co-listed As: SWK 422

This course introduces the basic principles and concepts of sociology and examination of the elements of social structure and social behavior. Focus is placed on the fundamental structure of American society and the basic changes occurring in recent years, with tentative projections into the future. This course is a prerequisite for all required courses in the Sociology major. Offered each semester.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
Offered each semester.

This course is a study of the origin development and functioning of culture; an examination of the variations of social structure and social behavior in various societies around the world; an analysis of the relationship between culture and personality.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS

This course is a survey of social problems which are of current concern to American Society, with attention given to major contributing factors, potential solutions, and research needs.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITE: SOC 111

This course is a survey of sociological Theories of contemporary relevance. Marx, Durkheim, Weber, Dubois, Park, and others considered against the background of the intellectual and social currents of their time; contributions of These thinkers to modern social Theory are evaluated.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITES: SOC 111, two other courses in the Department, and junior standing, or permission of the instructor
Co-listed As: SWK 341

This course is a study of the family; and an examination of courtship, love, marriage, husbandwife and parentchild relationships, and family disorganization.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS

This course examines survey types, rates, and trends in juvenile offenses in the United States and selected other nations and explores a wide range of Theories explaining juvenile delinquency. This course examines past, present, and emerging procedures for reducing antisocial behavior and administering juvenile justice and rehabilitation programs.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS

This course examines the relationship of sociological variables such as race, class, and income to the quality of health services and to the prevalence of disease. Additional topics include the organization and financing of medical care in the United States and cultural factors in the definition of illness.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS

The course objective is to enable students to understand individual behavior within the social environment. Topics to be studied include the self, social perception, social cognition and information processing, attitudes, and persuasion, prejudice, stereotyping and discrimination, social influence and group behavior, romantic relationships, aggressive behavior, helping behavior, and applied social psychology.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITE: SOC 111

The course examines the impact of race, ethnicity, class, and gender by engaging students in major topics and Themes currently shaping political and cultural institutions in the United States. A major focus of the course is on the social construction of race, racial, ethnic, class, and gender identity. It will include a historical perspective from pre-colonial times to the present to examine the experiences and contributions of marginalized groups and how the status quo has been maintained by dominant group. The course will also explore current strategies to build an inclusive society. The course can be used by other departments and interdisciplinary programs such as education, history, political science, psychology, economics, and some humanities.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
Co-listed As: SWK 412

This course examines how the rise of metropolitan area has impacted both city-dwellers and rural communities. The seminar introduces students to the key Theoretical and methodological trends in urban and rural sociology. Topics include the changing nature of community, the development and structure of neighborhoods, the relationship between social processes and the built environment, and variation in urban, suburban, and rural social problem and policy issues. The course draws on the sociological study of cities while integrating perspectives from history, political science, economics, anthropology, and geography so students gain a holistic understanding of the American physical and cultural landscape.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
Co-listed As: SWK 422

This course will help students to understand social welfare and social work. It focuses on the why, the what, the who, the when, the where, and in a beginning way, the how of social work. The course is for students who want to increase their general understanding about social welfare and social work and those who have a professional interest in social work.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
COREQUISITE: SOC 111

This course will introduce the student to the broad concept of social welfare policy. A critical framework will be developed for analyzing the process of social welfare policy formulation and program implementation. Attention will also be given to the social welfare policies in the history of American society with focus placed on those policies that are significant in the lives of black people and poor people and the development of their communities in the United States.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
COREQUISITES: SWK 115, SOC 111

This foundation course examines the role and interaction of social workers with vulnerable groups. This includes concepts of racism, sexism, homophobia, oppression, affirmative action, and xenophobia. These components will be discussed in relation to the role institutions of the larger society play for These groups. Implications for practice with individuals, families, and communities are examined, as are policy and research implications.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITES: SWK 115, SWK 211

The course will investigate the nature of complex social and community organizations such as business, industry, and government. Students will apply key social Theories for bringing effective community-based social action. Special attention will be given to community-based disaster preparedness, recovery efforts, and management strategies. Students will be familiar with the strategies to build resilient community, community-mindedness, and cooperative relationships between disaster victims and recovery organizations. How disasters lead to rapid social change will also be explored.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITES: SOC 111 or SWK 115 (for Sociology & Social Work majors). Non-majors (must complete one of the Theme areas of the General Education)
Co-listed As: SWK 331

This course is designed to give a broad overview of natural disaster and modern tools like GIS to study natural disasters. This interdisciplinary course provides a background of the understanding, motivation, implementation, impact, planning, and implications of natural disasters. These will include Hurricanes, Floods, Drought, Landslides, Earthquakes, Wildfires, Tornadoes, Tsunamis, and Climate Change. The course will also discuss specific applications which can be used for policy planning and mitigation of natural disasters. This class is suitable for college students interested in gaining a fundamental knowledge of natural disasters, getting hands-on training in GIS, pursuing a certificate in Disaster Coastal studies, and learning about future prospects in this field. Lectures and assignments provide the primary means of learning. Class presentations, class participation, class projects, and tests will allow the students to demonstrate their understanding of the material.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
Co-listed As: NSD 201

This course introduces students to the field of Disaster Preparedness. Students will be gain competency to the terminology, policy, planning, and management issues that arise in preparing for and responding to disasters. This course will help students to develop an understanding of the role of the organizations in assisting individuals and communities affected by disasters during both immediate and long-term recovery. The course will examine case studies from current events and past disasters.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS

This course is an educationally directed practice experience in disaster management agencies with trained site supervisor. Focus will be placed upon the application of the Theoretical knowledge in real-life situations.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITE: Must complete the 2 core requirements

This course will introduce students to the different writing, message dissemination, and media networks. It stresses designing, editing, and distributing written materials used in the public relations practice. This course is also designed to help students develop the writing and editing skills necessary to succeed in public relations. Students will create effective, strategy-based public relations materials in a variety of formats, for an existing business or organization in the community. This course is also designed to have the students think critically about current events, including disasters natural and manmade, and how they relate to public relations practice. It will explain the requirements of the media and how to best incorporate the media to the advantage of the organization, and the importance of sensing what will make the strongest visual or textual impact.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITES: COM 101, COM 111, COM 112 & COP 111

This course focuses on psychological factors (e.g., stress, anxiety, depression, individual differences, or personality characteristics) and environmental events (e.g., natural or man-made disasters) that can negatively affect survivors' mental and physical well-being as well as the relationships between patients and practitioners. Through directed readings, class discussions, paper/journal assignments, and other didactic activities (e.g., guest speakers, field trips), students in this course will learn about the role of psychologists in the assessment and treatment of disaster-related mental and emotional problems, and the promotion of changes to lifestyle, health habits, and coping practices to optimize recovery from disaster (i.e., dealing with psychosocial sequelae of disasters). Offered every spring semester.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITES: PSY 111 and PSY 112
Offered every spring semester.

The course will present concepts and basic descriptive information about the public policy process in the executive and legislative branches of government and actions of the judicial branch in court cases. This will include examining the Federal Emergency Management Agency's legal requirements, responsibilities, and laws pertaining to emergency management, and actions based on These laws. Focus will also be placed on analysis of public policies and understanding of the procedures and requirements in emergency management.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS

The course will investigate the nature of complex social and community organizations such as business, industry, and government. Students will apply key social Theories for bringing effective community based social action. Special attention will be given to community-based disaster preparedness, recovery efforts, and management strategies. Students will be familiar with the strategies to build resilient community, community-mindedness, and cooperative relationships between disaster victims and recovery organizations. How disasters lead to rapid social change will also be explored.
CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PREREQUISITES: SOC 111 or SWK 115 (for Sociology majors). Non-majors (must complete one of the Theme areas of the General Education)
Co-listed As: SOC 331