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2025 Fall
Dec 10, 2025
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SOC 296 - Sociology of Superheroes
This course examines the rise of Superheroes as a cultural phenomenon. It traces the historical roots of Superheroes in myths and legends, and then focuses on modern Superheroes in comic books, graphic novels and motion pictures. It uses Sociological theories to assess the significance of Superheroes in modern society. ***Prerequisite: Completion of 12 credit hours or SOC 100 or permission of Department Head.*** *Note: SOC 100 is required for all majors in Sociology***
3.000 Credit hours
3.000 Lecture hours

Levels: Undergraduate
Schedule Types: Lecture, Examination

Sociology Department

Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels:     
      Undergraduate
      Graduate

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