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2025 - 2026 Catalog
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SOCY 141 - The American Community


Sociological theories and research are used to analyze a variety of communities, including communes, villages, neighborhoods, and metropolitan areas focusing on the American “experiment” in creating a multi-cultural demographic society, and the challenges conflicts and successes of this “experiment.” Students will use surveys, interviews, and participant observation in selected west Michigan communities and nearby urban centers, such as Chicago. Meets General Education requirements for Self and Society. Typically Offered Fall and Spring.
Level: UG
Credit Hours: 3

Ferris Equivalencies:

Department: SBSC



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