FS 115 - Changing American Family

    Recent Professors
    J. Andrews
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    50 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4J · CSU GE Area D7 · CSU GE Area D0
    Description
    A survey of the contemporary American family with emphasis on changes in form, functions and expectations. The history of the family, both public and private, will be considered and examined in relation to the effects of class, ethnicity and social policy. The effects on the family of common life events experienced by individuals and family members will be covered including sexuality, mate selection, marriage, childbearing, the working family, divorce, domestic violence and aging. The future of the family including implications for the individual and society will be discussed. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-4, CSU-D, IGETC-4, Cal-GETC-4)