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Sociology

Associate of Arts - Oregon Transfer

Catalog 2008-09

MHCC Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Naomi Abrahams, 503-491-7604, Room AC 2676 Nancy.Abraham@mhcc.edu

The sociology transfer curriculum is designed to closely follow the lower division general education requirements for sociology majors at many universities and colleges in Oregon. Sociology majors develop a strong understanding of the social structures that create, maintain, and transform societies. A bachelor’s degree in sociology provides excellent liberal arts foundation for embarking on a wide range of career paths.

Curricular Outcomes

At the completion of this curriculum, the student should be able to:

• demonstrate knowledge of key sociological concepts and apply them to the real world
• understand the connection between the individual and the broader society
• describe major theoretical paradigms and methodological approaches of sociology
• apply sociological concepts and principles to contemporary social problems
• apply sociological methodologies at an introductory level to developing an understanding of particular sociological phenomenon
• apply knowledge of human behavior and social phenomena to social and community issues
• embrace diversity and promote social understanding
• develop interdependent skills while functioning autonomously within the context of social systems.

The two-year program listed below is designed to meet the requirements for an Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer degree from MHCC and prepare a student to obtain a Bachelor of Science/Arts in Sociology at Eastern Oregon University, Oregon State University, Portland State University, Southern Oregon University, University of Oregon, Western Oregon University, Lewis & Clark College, Reed College and University of Portland. However, students from MHCC seeking a baccalaureate degree may also transfer to other institutions. These institutions may require different courses within the various areas of General Education. Students interested in transferring to a four-year college or university after MHCC should consult with the institution they will be attending, the faculty adviser and/or the MHCC Academic Advising and Transfer Center.

1 R efer to Associate of Arts - Oregon Transfer degree requirements for course options, pages 10-14 of the printed catalog.
2 First year language electives may be satisfied with the following course sequences CHN101-103, FR101-103, GER 101-103, ITAL 101-103, JPN101-103, RU S101-103, and SPAN 101-103.
3 MTH243 is recommended.
4 Suggested course to fulfill oral communication requirement is SP115
5 NOTE : Oregon transfer students seeking a Bachelor of Arts degree must complete the second year of a language other than English (201-203 or equivalent) before graduation from their transfer school. Language courses may be used to fulfill humanities requirements. Refer to pages 13-14 of the printed catalog.
6 Suggested courses include: SOC206, 213, 215, 216, 232

Transfer Schools' Web Links
Eastern Oregon University - http://www.eou.edu/anthsoc/
Lewis & Clark College - http://www.lclark.edu/COLLEGE/DEPAR/SOAN
Oregon State University - http://oregonstate.edu/cla/sociology/students/undergrad.php
Portland State University - http://www.sociology.pdx.edu/und-grad.htm/
Reed College - http://academic.reed.edu/sociology
Southern Oregon University - http://www.sou.edu/sociol/soc_main.shtml
University of Oregon - http://sociology.uoregon.edu/undergraduate/index.php/
University of Portland - http://college.up.edu/sbs/sociology/
Western Oregon University - http://www.wou.edu/las/socsci/sociology

Disclaimer

This information is meant to serve as a general guide for students intending to major in Sociology. Specific requirements for transfer will vary from school to school. It is the student’s responsibility to contact his/her four-year transfer school to confirm specific admission requirements.