SOC 161

Fall 2026 Part of Term 1

Part of Term 1
Aug 24-Dec 9

Credit: 3 hours.

Introduction to sociological research about the views, experiences, causes, and consequences of poverty in both advanced and developing countries. The purpose of the course is to set the facts straight about who experiences poverty, why poverty remains pervasive, and what is being done, at home and abroad, to alleviate poverty.

This course satisfies the General Education Criteria in Fall 2022 for:

Social & Beh Sci - Soc Sci
Cultural Studies - Western
SOC 161 class schedule data for fall 2026
Status CRN Type Section Time Day Location Instructor Section Details
1
70117
Lecture
BD
2:00PM -3:20PM
TR
215 Gregory Hall
Dill, B
Availability:
Open
Part of Term:
1
Date Range:
08/24/26-12/09/26
Degree Notes:
Social & Beh Sci - Soc Sci, and Cultural Studies - Western course.
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