SOC 381 - Family Diversity

The 1950s solidified in the American psyche the vision of the “perfect” American family.  This includes a father who serves as the patriarch, a supportive stay-at-home mother, and 2 all-American kids, and of course the dog.  However, this vision did not resonate with many Americans then, nor does it now.  There are many family forms in the United States and this class examines all these differing experiences of family life in America.  Populations that will be covered include single parents, Black families, Latino families, homosexual families, blended (step) families, and more.

Prerequisites & Notes
Not open to first year students.