Sociology

Terms Abroad

The Sociology Department faculty has developed and is active in several terms abroad offerings. These intensive study programs away from campus allow students to test their knowledge and understanding of social research theory and techniques. For more information about these international programs, contact the appropriate professor or the International Programs office.

 Marine Studies  

MARINE STUDIES [not offered 2011-12]

Professor Ilene Kaplan developed and directs Union's Marine Studies term. This program goes to Bermuda, Cape Cod and Newfoundland.

Click here to visit the website of the Marine Studies Term Abroad

Miniterms

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COMMUNITY SERVICE MINITERM (SOC387)   

Begun in December 2007, this course developed from 2 hurricane recovery trips to Louisiana after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.  The course combines study of the social, cultural and environmental aspects of the disaster with 2 weeks of community service in southern Louisiana. After a one year hiatus, this course is up and running again for this coming December, 2012.  For more information, contact Professor Grigsby.