SOCY 21 Political Sociology

This course examines the relationship between the social and political order with a view towards identifying and examining how politics is shaped by other events in societies and in turn shapes them. Readings and discussions will focus on the close connection between the political arena and its actors and social institutions. Attention is given to sociological aspects of the family, communities, economic institutions, and political parties. Special emphasis is placed on the dynamics of political power, participation, socialization, communication, and recruitment.

Instructor

Grinberg

Degree Requirement Attributes

Dist:SOC; WCult:W

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Offered

• Spring