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Course Descriptions

SOC260
Drugs and Society
Examination of the relationship between licit and illicit drug usage in society from a variety of sociological paradigms. From a sociological perspective, students will analyze how historical, legal, medical, economic, and political forces shape our norms, values, beliefs, and social institutions in relation to drug usage. They will also examine why drug usage has become so critical an issue in contemporary society. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): PSY111 or SOC111. As needed.