Social Institutions

People and Society

Social Institutions

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Details

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  • Academic Plan
    PS_0041
  • Cognate
    People and Society
  • Responsible Academic Unit

    Contact Info
    • Name: Jan Sokol-Katz
    • Email: jsokol@miami.edu
    • Phone: 305-284-6178
    • Location: 120 Merrick
  • Recommended for
    All students.
  • Required Courses
    Students must complete at least 3 courses for at least 9 credits.
  • Number of Groups: 1

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Description

Societies create social institutions to meet some basic needs for survival and a satisfying life. Social institutions (relatively stable social structures) are a central part of societies and there is an important relationship between these institutions and the private experiences of individuals.


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