C&ESOC/SOC 357 teaches scientific methods for testing sociological theory, including problem definition, hypothesis construction, and data evaluation, with practical research project experience.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
The course features group projects, homework assignments, and weekly quizzes. Reviewers generally find the workload manageable and appropriate, though some note that group projects can be stressful due to coordination with other classes.
SOC 134 examines inter-group relations, racism, discrimination, and white privilege, covering historical backgrounds and contemporary challenges of racial and ethnic minorities in the US.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
The course typically involves three to four papers and three to four non-cumulative exams with no final. Readings can be lengthy, and success requires attending lectures and completing assigned readings to prepare for tests.