This course introduces students to the healthcare challenges faced by low-income populations through real-world case studies based in Tucson. Students examine barriers to care, community resources, and the social factors that shape health outcomes, while developing practical solutions for complex health situations.
What makes for a good society? This course examines contemporary social issues—like race, class, gender, and education—through a sociological lens. Students will explore inequality, institutional power, and the role of data and theory in imagining a more just and equitable society
Everyone grows older—but not in the same way. SOC/CHS 215: Sociology of Aging and Health takes a fresh look at how our health, families, and social systems shape the way we age. From ageism in pop culture to questions about caregiving and dying well, this course digs into the big questions we don’t always stop to ask.
How do social networks form? What can AI and Big Data tell us about human behavior? SOC 301A: Introduction to Computational Social Science is a hybrid course offered in Fall 2025 that introduces students to cutting-edge tools like machine learning, natural language processing, and social network analysis. No coding experience required!
How do societies shape the environment, and how does the environment shape us? SOC 307 explores the ties between social systems and ecosystems, covering climate change, environmental justice, sustainability, and activism. You will examine how power, culture, and inequality influence environmental issues and gain skills to analyze real-world cases and propose meaningful solutions.
Explore the impact of popular culture on the way we understand ourselves and society. This course examines the production and consumption of pop culture, its role in shaping social identities, and its influence on race, class, gender, and national belonging. Students will engage with cultural theory and apply it to real-world media and trends.
Why do some young people engage in delinquent behavior—and how does society respond? This course examines the social and institutional factors that shape juvenile delinquency, including the role of family, school, and the justice system. Offered fully online in the 7W1 session.
What causes crime, and why do some people choose not to engage in it? This course explores major criminological theories and applies them to topics like gangs, white-collar crime, and organized crime. Offered fully online in the 7W2 session.
