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Sociology and
Family Studies
David Gotcher, Chair
ACU Box 27890
Abilene, Texas 79699-7890
Hardin Administration Building, Room 120
Phone: 325-674-2306
Fax: 325-674-6524
Email: gotcherd@acu.edu
Web: www.acu.edu/soci.html
Faculty
Sherry Baisden, Instructor
Jennifer Dillman, Instructor
David J. Gotcher, Associate Professor
Charlie D. Pruett, Assistant Professor
Steven Wages, Associate Professor
Majors: Family Studies (BS)
Sociology (BS)
Sociology-Criminal Justice (BS)
Minors: Family Studies
Sociology
Sociology-Criminal Justice
The Department of Sociology and Family Studies offers the
Bachelor of Science degrees in family studies, sociology, and
sociology with an emphasis in criminal justice. A minor in
sociology, criminal justice or family studies may be added
to other majors. The department also offers courses in anthro-
pology and a certificate program in gerontology (see the
Gerontology Program section of this catalog (page 162)).
Master of Science degrees in gerontology and in family studies
are available. A certificate program in gerontology is also
available. See the Graduate School section of this catalog (page
167).
Introduction
The Department of Sociology and Family Studies builds upon
the university goals of strengthening Christian character and
education for service while addressing contemporary social
issues and providing a foundation for future personal and
professional growth. Within this focus, students may choose
family studies, criminal justice, or sociology as a major
concentration while interacting with students in the other
areas of concentration.
The department is committed to attaining high standards
in education while offering personal guidance to students
regarding their life choices. Every faculty member holds or
is actively pursuing a terminal degree in an academic or
professional field. Sociology and Family Studies faculty
members have academic degrees and professional experience
in such areas as community services, marriage and family life,
religion, gerontology, research, administration, crime and
delinquency, interpersonal group skills, group leadership,
business and professional ethics, consultant services to business
organizations, and professional and personal growth, family
violence, and health care services.Study Abroad Expectations
All students are encouraged to participate in ACU's Study
Abroad program. Classes offered at Study Abroad sites vary
depending on the site. Academic advisors can assist students in
planning ahead for their Study Abroad experience and should
be consulted during the freshman year.
Family Studies
The focus of family studies is an integrative approach to the
relationships among families and communities and the
environments in which they function. Courses are designed to
provide the knowledge and skills needed for strong Christian
homes, employment in family service careers, and graduate
study.
Family service professionals work with and for people in
education, business, government, human services and research.
They work in such diverse settings as child care facilities, aging
facilities, schools, colleges and universities, stores and studios;
governmental agencies; research laboratories; and homes.
Bachelor of Science Degree (BS)
Admission Requirements
Before being admitted to this program, a student must satisfy
the requirements listed in the ACT/SA T Placement Infor-
mation section of this catalog (page 19).
FAMILY STUDIES (BS)
UNIVERSITY CORE
Bible
BIBL 101 Life and Teachings of Jesus ....................................... 3
BIBL 102 Acts-Revelation .................................. 3
BIBL 211 Message of the Old Testament .................................. 3
BIBL 212 Christianity in Culture ...................................... 3
Advanced Bible ..................................... .......................... 3
English
ENGL 111 Composition and Rhetoric ..................................... 3
Sophomore Literature .......................................... 3
Speech
COMS 111 Fundamentals of Communication ........................... 3
History
HIST 100-299 ..................................... .......................... 3
Science
BIOL 120 Biology: Human Perspective ..................................... 3
Choose from: chemistry, geology, physics, AENV 130,
ANSC 111, ANSC 235, ENVR 112, NUTR 120 .................. 3
Mathematics
MATH 120, MATH 123, MATW 120/020, or higher
(except MATH 147) ................................................... 3
Exercise Science
EXSC 100 + 3 activities ....................................... 4
University Seminar
. UNIV 100 ........................................................... 1
TOTAL UNIVERSITY CORE ..................... 41
BS DEGREE CORE ..
English
Composition: ENGL 112 or ENGL 326 or
Sophomore Literature .............................. ............ ........ 3
Social Sciences/Humanities
SOCI 111 Introduction to Sociology .................................... . 3
PSYC 120 Introduction to Psychology ..................................... 3
3 hours from ANTH, ECON, GEOG, HIST, PHIL, POLS ........... 3
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