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SOC 4170  SOCIOLOGY OF FATHERHOOD (3 credits)

This course examines the existing social science research on fatherhood, exploring topics such as the evolution, history, demography, and politics of fatherhood; father involvement and its relationship to both children's and men's well-being; the effects of diversity and family structure on fatherhood; and public policy surrounding fatherhood. (Cross-listed with SOC 8176)

Prerequisite(s): SOC 1010 and junior standing, or permission of instructor. Not open to non-degree graduate students.