SOCI 426 - Alcohol and Culture: Social Control Under the Influence

FC SSCI CD WADV

4 credits
Alcohol lubricates memorable celebrations yet also causes disease, tragedy and the loss of self-control. This course explores how the meanings of alcohol are as powerful as its chemistry. We examine communities where alcoholism is rare to those where is rampant and the social movements that have shifted norms and legislation. At bottom, the sociology of alcohol highlights our assumptions about free will, social control, and rewarding social relations. Participants will produce original empirical research.
Prerequisites & Notes: This course may also count for the major in (consult the program or department major requirements) : LAWS
Restrictions: Closed to first and second year students, instructor consent required. Pre-reqs: Social research methods or equivalent