SOC 241: Love, Relationships, and Families

EDP, SS- In this sociology course we will examine the family as a social institution shaped by economic, political, cultural, and historical forces. We also will consider how gender, class, sexuality, and race/ethnicity impact family experiences. Students will explore topics such as cohabitation, marriage, partnerships, divorce, parenting in traditional and alternative households, domestic violence, and household labor arrangements. Students who complete the course will have a better understanding of issues facing contemporary families and will be able to apply their understanding to their own personal experiences, as well as to their surrounding communities.