SOC 361 - Architecture, Power, and Interaction: Urban Social Life

Department: Sociology

Description: Urban structure and dynamics stressing human ecological theories, power, and cultural forces affecting architecture and social interaction.

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites: A minimum of 75 hours completed. SOC 106 is recommended

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Spring 2026

001 - Lecture (In Person): M W 3:35 PM - 4:50 PM , Frank Beck 3.00 hour(s)

Dates: 01/12/2026 - 05/02/2026

Location: Schroeder Hall 215 (SCH 215)

Instructor: Frank Beck

Textbook Special Instructions: We will begin required reading this book in week 3 of the semester.

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The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our G (Required)

ISBN9781631494536

AuthorRichard Rothstein

Editionreprint

PublisherLiveright

MSRP $5.33