Social Science

Health, Illness, & Society

 

Edgewood College students gardening

 

This course explores the social context of health, well-being and illness. We consider the importance of one’s social position in shaping status, power, bodily control and resources, as well as the influence of social structures and cultural practices. As part of this course, students will complete a service learning project. Prerequisites: COR 1 or equivalent; open to second or third year students or sophomore and above transfers.
 
Contact jwhitaker@edgewood.edu for more information.

SOC 325 • Mondays & Wednesdays, 2-4 pm