SOC 26 - Sociology of the Family

    Recent Professors
    Amy London, C. Quesada, Esther Sandoval, Kalisha Spomer
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    30–40 students
    Difficulty
    3.8Lightout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of SOC 26
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4J · CSU GE Area E · CSU GE Area D0
    Description
    This course offers a sociological analysis of the family, including: historical and recent changes; present nature and current family structures; and the socio-cultural and economic forces shaping these changes in families. Students will explore topics such as: dating, communication, conflict resolution, human sexuality, family planning, parenthood, divorce/separation, remarriage, aging, changing gender roles, and family economics. Using an intersectional, theoretical, and critical lens, students will explore the impact of oppression on family life as well as how families can function as agents of social change. (C-ID SOCI130)
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 1:10pm–2:25pm, Thu 6:10pm–9:00pm, Mon Wed 11:10am–12:25pm