SOCY 15World Society
Introduction to comparative and historical sociology with focus on globalization and the underlying historical context that led to its development. Course focuses on understanding what sociology is from a global perspective, what are the debates around how we understand our world, and the historical context that has led to it. Course looks at more contemporary global phenomena and the reactions to them within local, regional, and national contexts, like migration, rising global inequality and the rise of nationalism and populist backlashes.
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When it runs
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 9:20am–10:25am | J Bask Aud 101 | A. Argenal | Open 96/102 |
Summer 2026Open Summer 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed 1:00pm–4:30pm | Online | R. C. Gabriel | Open 30/120 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 9:20am–10:25am | Kresge Acad 3201 | A. Argenal | Closed 141/0 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amy Argenal | 5.0 / 5 | 1.9 / 5 | 100% | 11 |
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