SOC 131Contemporary Social Problems

Middlesex College · 3 credits · UGRD

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An introduction to the study of social problems in American society. Emphasis is given to social problems related to stratification and inequality of social groups and institutions. Students will analyze social problems from a general, theoretical, and research-based point of view, as well as investigate why particular issues become defined as "problems."

Recent sections

Fall 2026 · 4 sections

Sep 8 – Dec 18

Section	Days & time	Location	Instructor
03Class #3708-SOC-131-03	Monday, Wednesday 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM Johnson Learning Ctr 131A (Lecture)	Johnson Learning Ctr 131A	Barnes, E
CEL1Class #3709-SOC-131-CEL1

CEL2Class #3710-SOC-131-CEL2	Wednesday 11:00 AM - 1:45 PM Main Hall 105 (Lecture)	Main Hall 105	Altman, J
CEL2 notes: This course is a designated Commmunity Engaged Learning (CEL) course. This means that students will be engaging in service within their community in lieu of more traditional assignments that are normally offered in this course. This will allow students to apply real-world examples to their course content and add reflective exercises to class discussions. Please email the course instructor for more information.