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SOC 223RDeviance: Perspectives and Processes

Units
0.50
Faculty
Arts
Subject
Sociology
Cross-listed
SOC 223, LS 223

When it runs

  1. F24
  2. W25
  3. S25
  4. F25
  5. W26
  6. S26
  7. F26
  8. W27
  9. S27

Ran in 4 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

The deviance-making process is examined in a variety of social contexts. This course examines the emergence of rules and control agencies, the processes by which people become involved in deviant activities, and the contingencies affecting their careers as deviants.

Prerequisites

  • Must have completed at least 1 of the following:
    • SOC101 - Introduction to Sociology (0.50)
    • SOC101R - Introduction to Sociology (0.50)

Antirequisites

None listed.

Leads to

No course lists it as a requisite.

Fall 2026 sections

Enrolment from UW Open Data, which can trail Quest by up to two days. Instructors and rooms: Schedule of Classes.
SectionClassEnrolledMeets
LEC 001808836 / 50W 18:30–21:20

Reviewed on UW Flow

100% liked it81% easy94% useful

From 7 ratings and 3 comments on UW Flow. The most helpful comments, quoted as written, without names. Read them all on UW Flow.

  • The prof was pretty engaging but also very opinionated so be careful with that. The evaluations consist of a group presentation, midterm, participation, and a final essay. The outlines for the presentation and essay are pretty broad and open so it can be confusing if that's not your style but otherwise easy to get good grades. Her lecture slides are posted on Learn but going to class is probably a good idea since she expands on her slides a lot in class. There is a textbook but you can get away with not having it as long as you attend classes.

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  • Prof Cushing is the absolute best professor I have ever had. She's extremely funny, relatable, and has a great teaching style. She is truly passionate about helping her students stay consistent and learn. Her tests are very easy. However, she does not provide rubrics for assignments so it is hard to know how to excel. Truly wish she was a permanent professor at Waterloo, since she actually does teach at Western.

    Jan 2022 · liked itOn UW FlowRemove this

  • Know the theories and you will do really well! Little assignments are there that are basically free marks if you do them. Fun & interesting course

    Mar 2017 · liked itOn UW FlowRemove this

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