1. One mid-term examination (in-class, short essays) on Wednesday, October 22. 2. One final examination. 3. One paper (8-10 double-spaced pages). DUE DATE: Friday, January 8. (Instructions regarding ...

This article examines the phenomenon of persistence at gambling by relating regular participation to the social structure in which that behavior occurs. Using qualitative data developed during a study ...

Sociological Perspectives, the official quarterly of the Pacific Sociological Association, was established in 1957 to advance research, theory, scholarship, and practice within sociology and related ...

This course introduces students to the methods and theories used by sociologists to explore the nature of society. Selected topics may include culture, socialization, social interaction, groups, ...