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SOC 315 - Marriage and Family


The family is a central part of human social life. This course examines the family and its relationship with race, class, gender, and sexuality; changes in what we consider “a family” across cultures and historical periods; various forms that a family may take; and problems that may arise in families. 

Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Spring term only - even years

Units: 3