This class is an introduction to the scientific study of society and human interaction within the field of sociology. Students begin to learn the core components of sociological thought and research. They examine how societies evolve over time and how people create culture through interpersonal and group interaction. Students also learn how power dynamics play out between various groups and within social institutions such as politics, the economy, and the criminal justice system. This class is also a primer for understanding the social significance and experience of race, gender, and class in social life. Prerequisites: None