SOC 205 - The Sociology of Close Relationships

The study of informal, “primary” relations in modern societies, including intimate couples, friendships, close co-workers, and others. The content will focus on how dyads are shaped by the larger social structures within which they are embedded (e.g., “networks,” nuclear families, extended families, organizations, and cultural value frameworks.) Attempts will also be made to identify gender, age, social class, and race differences, where appropriate.

Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions Requirement.

Prerequisites
SOC 101 or permission.

Credits: 3