Serves as the basic course in sociology. Emphasis is directed at the ways in which social institutions such as government, schools, the economy, social class, and the family develop and influence our ...

Florida officially voted to reduce the number of students enrolled in sociology courses. That might sound baffling if you ...

This course is an introduction to principles of social science research, research design, and specific methods commonly used in Sociology. It is required for first-year MA students in Sociology.

Miami students could take “Introduction to Sociology” as early as 1891, when it was offered by the Department of Political Science as a part of their two-semester course in political economy. In 1902, ...

Florida Board of Education's move to cut "Principles of Sociology" as a core requirement prompted outrage from the academic community, especially sociology profressors.

How did you decide to pursue a degree in sociology? What interested you most about it? Coming into undergrad, I intended to pursue an entirely different major; however, I quickly realized it was not ...

She also enjoys introducing students to the content and practice of sociology by teaching Introduction to Sociology and courses on how to conduct social science research. Her own research focuses on ...

Afshan Jafar’s research and teaching interests include globalization, transnational women's movements, the Muslim diaspora, gender, media, and the body. Professor Jafar regularly teaches, Introduction ...