t h e c o l l e g e at r i n d g e ways that knowledge about crime can guide social policy. Prerequisites: SO101, CJ225, SO210 and either SO/AN218 or SO/AN219. SO421 Poverty and Wealth 3 credits An examination of the ways groups, or categories of persons, have different access to economic resources, status, and power in society, and the resulting consequences. Prerequisite: SO101. SO450–453 Seminar in Sociological Perspectives 3 credits each Upon arrangement, seminars are offered which encourage in-depth exploration beyond the competency of introductory and intermediate levels. Prerequisites: SO101, junior class standing or permission of instructor. SO460 Corrections 3 credits An application of sociological theory and research to prisons and community-based correctional programs. Attention is given to both classical and contemporary analyses of such issues as management, prison violence, subcultures and penal policy. Prerequisites: SO101 and SO210; and either SO218 or SO219. SO470 Integrating Theory and Practice 3 credits A seminar in which selected topics are presented and discussed. Application of sociological theory and methods to career situations. Prerequisite: senior standing, SO103, either SO218, SO219 or PS261, and either PS495 or SO495. SO495-497 Senior Internship in Sociology 3-15 credits each Field experience in a learning situation affiliated with a community organization or institution. Placement is arranged by a student in consultation with the Sociology Department. Prerequisites: senior standing, and permission of instructor.
Sports and Recreation Management (SR) Assistant Professor: Rodney Blackman Instructor: Keith Detjen
A Bachelor of Science degree is offered in Sports and Recreation Management. A major and a minor are offered in Sports and Recreation Management. The mission of the Sports and Recreation Management Program is to prepare professionals capable of managing and enhancing sports and recreational activities through the application of effective business practices, and an understanding of theory, concepts and philosophy of fitness, stress reduction, and social development. We do this by: 1. Providing a diverse curriculum that develops management skills in both business and sports and recreation programming. 2. Comparing and contrasting a wide range of sports and recreational operations and facilities, including community, commercial, therapeutic and outdoor environmental programs. 3. Closely examining operational and service strategies of sports and recreational programs through job shadowing, internships, site visits and conversations with professionals. 4. Developing an understanding of the legal environment for sports and recreation programs, including risk management and negligence law. 5. Developing a student’s personal philosophy and professional understanding of the role of sports and recreation in the lives of individuals, communities and diverse cultures.
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