2019-2020 Catalog

SOC 255 Youth Culture in United States Society

This course examines the role of youth cultures in the identity formation of adolescents residing throughout the United States. Particular attention is paid to 1) the impact of geographical location social class gender race sexuality popular culture mass media and technology; (2) the intersection of youth cultures and mainstream society; and (3) the contention that some youth cultures are "deviant".

Credits

4 units

Prerequisite

SOC 101

Core Requirements Met

  • United States Diversity