DEVIANCE AND SOCIAL CONTROL

A sociological analysis of how society defines and attempts to control deviance. Please note: while this course will cover the range of topics in deviance, it will use medical and biotechnological examples and theories to illustrate and explore the ideas covered. Topics include labeling theory, stigma, social organization, tradition, social power, crime, sexual deviance, drug use, and racism, among others. Theoretical and methodological issues will be discussed and evaluated. Course Professor: Colette Joyce Please Note: Courses offered through the College of liberal and Professional Studies are open to students in the College of Arts and Sciences, but LPS imposes some restrictions on registration. During the pre-registration period, most in LPS classes are reserved for LPS students. Once all of the non-reserved places are filled, College students will find that they cannot register without permission. Please be aware that the Sociology Department cannot grant permission and/or override the restrictions LPS has imposed. These registration restrictions will be lifted on the second day of classes. At that time, College students will be able to register for any LPS courses that still have openings but must go through LPS to do this. LPS’S phone number is 215-898-7326.