1975-1976 Academic Catalog

Social Science 103 312 History of Recent and Contemporary America 4 hours An intensive study of the domestic and foreign policies of the United States in the twentieth century. Particular emphasis is upon the emergence of the nation as a world power, the progressive movement, World War I, the prosperity decade, the great depres- sion, the New Deal, World War II, and post-war problems. (Alternate, odd years) 320 Modern Chinese History - A 3 hours A survey of Chinese history and thought in the twentieth century. 400 Seminars in History 5 hours A. Research in United States History B. Research in European History All majors are required to take either A or B. Each student will prepare a formal mono– graph. Prerequisite: Majors or Minors in History 404 History of Christianity: Pre-Reformation - A 4 hours A survey of ancient and medieval church history, with emphasis given to doctrinal and institutional developments. (Alternate odd years) 405 Great Power Diplomacy in the Modern World - W 5 hours An examination of international relations in the era of nationalism, colorialism, revolu– tion and ideological conflict. Emphasis is given to the origins and development of contem- porary world crises. (Alternate odd years) 411 Interpretations in American History 5 hours A study of selected historical problems in American History with the emphasis placed upon new interpretations and their impact. (Alternate, odd years) B. SOCIOLOGY 230 Principles of Sociology - A 4 hours An introduction to the concepts of sociology. The structure and processes of social life are studied. 240 Marriage and the Family - A, W, Sp, Su 5 hours A study of the scientific knowledge which exists about mate selection, the courtship process, and the adjustment problems of marriage. 332 Criminology - W 4 hours A study of the nature and causes of crime with emphasis upon methods of prevention and treatment. Prerequisite: Sociology 230 333 Social Stratification - Sp 4 hours A study of the class structure and its implications for American society. Prerequisite: Sociology 230 431 Introduction to Social Work - A 3 hours A survey study of the nature and function of social work as related to individuals, groups, and communities. Prerequisite: Sociology 230 432 Social Casework - W 5 hours An introduction to the general principles and methods of social casework used by social workers in various types of agencies and organizations. Prerequisite: Sociology 431 440 Seminar in Sociology - Sp 5 hours A study of sources and methods of sociological research. Each student will prepare a formal monograph. C. GEOGRAPHY 251 World Regional Geography-Western Hemisphere 5 hours A survey of various regions in the Western world with an emphasis on the cultural, economic, and political developments in relation to the geographical environment. 252 World Regional Geography-Eastern Hemisphere 5 hours A survey of various regions in the Eastern world with an emphasis on the cultural, economic, and political developments in relation to the geographical environment.