Social Problems and Social Issues

3 units

Through a sociological lens, this course examines the causes and consequences of pressing social problems in America, including drug abuse, crime, poverty and inequality, modern racism and sexism, the health care crisis, globalization, and environmental degradation. Interventions guided by sociological paradigms will be offered. This course will be of special interest to those interested in graduate work and career goals in sociology, medicine and health care, social service, health professions, law, public policy, and non-profit and NGO management. Content will be useful for the MCAT, LSAT, and GRE preparation.