Equity, Diversity, and Human Rights

A systematic introduction to understanding society, social structure, basic social institutions and their interrelations, the nature of social interactions, and the relationship between the individual and society. Particular attention is given to major issues within society such as power, social class, inequality and the processes by which human nature and instincts become socially transformed and socially structured. These social issues are examined comparatively and with particular reference to Canadian society. The student is also introduced to major theoretical issues in sociology, the methods of sociology and the rules of evidence in social science. This course is prerequisite to all upper-year courses unless specifically waived by the department. (lec 3) cr 6.

The objective of this course is to study the causes of crime with a main emphasis on crime in Canada. The Criminal Code is studied and crime is defined. Types of crimes are described and their quantity estimated. After considering causal explanations generally, several theories of crime are analyzed and evaluated. This course is intended as a companion course with SOCI 2067EL Institutions of the Criminal Justice System, but is not a prerequisite. Student cannot retain credit for both SOCI 2066 and 2086. PREREQ: SOCI 1015 or permission of the instructor. (lec 3) cr 3.

This course will examine the theoretical perspectives on the intersection of social class and gender, race, ethnicity. With reference to both Canadian and international studies, the course will analyze how class and identity are constructed through the intersections of gender, race and ethnicity. PREREQ: SOCI 1015 or LBST 1006/1007 or permission of the Department Chair or designate. (lec 3) cr 3. Students may not retain credit for SOCI 2656 and either SOCI 2626 or SOCI 3066.

The primary objective of this course is to develop an understanding of the social making of gender in contemporary society. As a basis for this, anthropological and historical perspectives will also be covered. The focus of this course will be on a critical investigation of the social creation of gender and of the gendered division of labour and patriarchal social organization. The social making of normality and deviance in relation to gender will be explored. PREREQ: SOCI 1015 or permission of the instructor. (lec 3) cr 3. This course may be counted towards a concentration in Women's and Gender Studies or the Certificate in Family Life Studies and Human Sexuality. Students may not retain credit for SOCI 2636 and SOCI 3626/3627(3625).

This course provides the interdisciplinary foundations for equity, diversity, and human rights. Connecting Indigeneity, gender, ethnicity, religion, class and (dis)ability, it explores historical and contemporary concerns such as intersectionality, perceptions and prejudices, inclusivity in the public realm, and the history of rights legislation. Prerequisite : SOCI 1015. 3 credits

This course provides an international perspective on equity, diversity, and human rights. It develops the historical and philosophical bases of international human rights and rights law, covering debates on natural rights, universality vs cultural embeddedness; Western vs Non-Western bases, and rights in practice. Prerequisite : SOCI 1015. 3 credits

A survey of the ways in which people's changing experience of work is shaped by gender, race, ethnicity, class, and culture in Canada and the wider global context. (lec 3) cr 3. Cross-listed with LBST 2026. Students may not retain credit for both SOCI 2026 and LBST 2026.

A study of the processes of development, evolution and impact of organisms which tend to influence (within a Canadian context) political decisions and history, e.g. labour, feminist, anti-nuclear movements. PREREQ: SOCI 1015 or permission of the instructor. (lec 3) cr 3.

The primary objective of this course is to develop an understanding of the social construction of sexuality in contemporary society. This course focuses on denaturalizing gender, sexuality, desire, heterosexualities and homosexualities to understand how these create and sustain the gendered division of labour and patriarchal social organization. PREREQ: SOCI 1015 or permission of the instructor. (lec 3) cr 3.

This course explores the criminalization of illnesses and disabilities from a critical perspective. It examines, in a Canadian context, institutionalization, incarceration and governing of people considered to be dangerous to the public. Critical criminology and sociological theories are applied to historical and contemporary issues of criminalization of specific groups. (lec 3) 3 cr. Pre-requisite SOCI 1015 or permission of the instructor.

This course examines the experience of colonial and post-colonial situations throughout the world in order to illuminate the relation between Indigenous peoples and the Canadian state. The colonial relationship is examined from the perspectives of the colonized and of the colonizer. PREREQ: Minimum 12 POLI or SOCI credits at the 2000 level or permission of the department. (sem 3) cr 3. Cross-listed with SOCI 3437. Students may not retain credit for both INDI 3437 and either POLI 3437 and SOCI 3437.

This course explores critical analyses of sexuality, disability and human rights. The course considers ways in which people with disabilities are framed as outside of mainstream sexuality discourses. Historical and contemporary forms of regulation and management of people designated as non-conformative as well as issues of sexuality, disability, personhood and sex rights are considered alongside historical forms of resistance, identity and place-making. (lec 3) 3 cr. Pre-requisite- 18 university credits .

This course provides a detailed examination of workplace rights and labour advocacy from a legal, ethical and political perspective. Students will be introduced to the evolution of labour advocacy, theories of advocacy and the relevant legislative framework. The context of labour advocacy will be linked to the development of skills necessary to act as an advocate in the workplace. PREREQ: SOCI 1015 or LBST 1006/1007 or permission of the Department Chair or designate. (lec 3) cr 3. Crosslisted with LBST 3246. Students may not retain credit for SOCI/LBST 3246 and SOCI/LBST 2256.

A study of aging and the aged in a cross-cultural perspective with special attention to Canada. Students may not retain credit for both SOCI 3807 & 3817. PREREQ: SOCI 2036 or 2037. (lec 3) cr 3

Traditionally, the workplace has been organized and segregated on race, gender and ethnic lines. This course examines the way these social variables affect the contemporary workplace. PREREQ: SOCI 3016 or SOCI/LBST 2026 or permission of Department Chair or designate. (lec 3) cr 3.

International society from historical, political, philosophical, legal, and sociological perspectives. It also looks at the development of international law to include Indigenous peoples within the global society, particularly through the emergence of Indigenous social movements. PREREQ: completion of 60 University credits. (lec 3) cr 3. Crosslisted with POLI 4256 and SOCI 4256. Students may not retain credit for both INDI 4256 and either POLI 4256, INDG 4256 or SOCI 4256.

This upper-level seminar will examine theories, practices and research in the sociology of children and youth. Students interested in the education and/or health of children and adolescents will find this course particularly relevant. The course will allow students to explore and critique the ways in which societies relate to, treat, teach and communicate with children and youth. Particular attention will be paid to understanding contemporary cultures of childhood and youth. (lec 3) cr 3.

This course examines the politics and policies of immigration and their impacts on society from a comparative perspective including Canada, the US, France, Germany, and the UK. It also discusses the associated models of integration of immigrants within societies. PREREQ: Minimum 60 university credits or permission of the department. Cross-listed with POLI 4226. Students may not retain credit for both SOCI 4226 and POLI 4226.