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Mona Scott Figueroa, Ed.D.
Residential Faculty - American Indian Studies and Sociology
Office: SC 14 - Room: 73
480-461-7064
480-461-7064 (alt)
Office Hours
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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| 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | |||
| 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM | |||
| By appointment | By appointment | By appointment |
Send a Google hangout invitation to mscott@mesacc.edu if you would like to meet.
Classes Taught
Fall 2022
| SOC101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 Credits | ||||
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| The systematic study of social behavior and human groups, particularly the influence of culture, socialization, social structure, stratification, social institutions, differentiation by region, race, ethnicity, sex/gender, age, class, and socio/cultural change upon people's attitudes and behaviors. Prerequisites: None. | ||||||
| General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
29684 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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08/22/2022 - 12/16/2022 |
TuTh |
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM |
Class Started |
28554 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/22/2022 - 10/14/2022 |
Class Ended |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Fall Flex Start 2022
| AIS101 | Survey of American Indian Issues | 3 Credits | ||||
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| Introduction to critical issues related to American Indian peoples. Examines cultural, political, economic, educational, social, and environmental issues. Focuses on contemporary issues and factors influencing American Indian communities. Prerequisites: None. | ||||||
| General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
30438 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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09/03/2022 - 12/16/2022 |
Sa |
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
Class Started |
| AIS160 | American Indian Law | 3 Credits | ||||
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| Analyzes the legal system of the United States Government as it applies to American Indian Nations. Examines how United States legal institutions have impacted Indian sovereignty. Units of analysis include the development of Indian law, United States Supreme Court decisions, Congressional Acts, treaty rights and the development of tribal governments. Focuses on legal institutions that have abridged the property rights of Indian Nations. Prerequisites: None. | ||||||
| General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Historical Awareness [H] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
37570 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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10/17/2022 - 12/16/2022 |
Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| SOC130 | Human Sexuality | 3 Credits | ||||
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| Sociological study of human sexuality. Course examines the social forces that shape a cultureªs sexual practices, attitudes, and inequalities. Topics include the social construction of sexuality, social change, sexual identities, sexual inequalities, institutional influence and regulation of sexuality, as well as current trends and issues surrounding human sexuality.
Prerequisites: None. Students should call the Cultural Sciences department at 480-461-7060 for information about registration issues. |
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| General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
29686 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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09/06/2022 - 12/16/2022 |
TuTh |
1:30 PM - 2:55 PM |
Class Started |
28532 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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09/06/2022 - 12/16/2022 |
Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Winter Intersession 2022
| SOC101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 Credits | ||||
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| The systematic study of social behavior and human groups, particularly the influence of culture, socialization, social structure, stratification, social institutions, differentiation by region, race, ethnicity, sex/gender, age, class, and socio/cultural change upon people's attitudes and behaviors. Prerequisites: None. | ||||||
| General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
30916 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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12/19/2022 - 01/13/2023 |
Closed |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Spring 2023
| SOC101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 Credits | ||||
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| The systematic study of social behavior and human groups, particularly the influence of culture, socialization, social structure, stratification, social institutions, differentiation by region, race, ethnicity, sex/gender, age, class, and socio/cultural change upon people's attitudes and behaviors. Prerequisites: None. | ||||||
| General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
28537 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/17/2023 - 03/10/2023 |
Open 13 of 25 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Spring Flex Start 2023
| AIS141 | Sovereign Indian Nations | 3 Credits | ||||
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| Explores the sovereign status of American Indians as it relates to social relationships, traditions, and culture of American Indians. Reviews historic relations with non-Indian societies, the development of federal Indian law, tribal governments and their functions. Examines treaty rights, environmental issues, public policy, economic development, other current issues, and contemporary social problems. Prerequisites: None. | ||||||
| General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Historical Awareness [H], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
28561 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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03/20/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
Open 20 of 25 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| SOC101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 Credits | ||||
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| The systematic study of social behavior and human groups, particularly the influence of culture, socialization, social structure, stratification, social institutions, differentiation by region, race, ethnicity, sex/gender, age, class, and socio/cultural change upon people's attitudes and behaviors. Prerequisites: None. | ||||||
| General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
29935 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/30/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
Open 25 of 25 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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29936 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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03/20/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
Open 21 of 25 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| SOC130 | Human Sexuality | 3 Credits | ||||
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| Sociological study of human sexuality. Course examines the social forces that shape a cultureªs sexual practices, attitudes, and inequalities. Topics include the social construction of sexuality, social change, sexual identities, sexual inequalities, institutional influence and regulation of sexuality, as well as current trends and issues surrounding human sexuality. Prerequisites: None. | ||||||
| General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
28535 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/30/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
Open 18 of 25 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| SOC141 | Sovereign Indian Nations | 3 Credits | ||||
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| Explores the sovereign status of American Indians as it relates to social relationships, traditions, and culture of American Indians. Reviews historic relations with non-Indian societies, the development of federal Indian law, tribal governments and their functions. Examines treaty rights, environmental issues, public policy, economic development, other current issues, and contemporary social problems. Prerequisites: None. | ||||||
| General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Historical Awareness [H], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
28560 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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03/20/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
Open 20 of 25 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| SOC241 | Race and Ethnic Relations | 3 Credits | ||||
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| Examines how the social construction of race shapes social interaction and social institutions. Explores the consequences of power, privilege and oppression among major ethnic and racial groups in the United States. Prerequisites: None. | ||||||
| General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
29522 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/30/2023 - 05/12/2023 |
Open 22 of 25 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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