Pedro Rodriguez, MS

Adjunct Faculty - History/Sociology

Cultural Science, Philosophy & Religious Studies

Office: SC 14

520-329-5841 (alt)

Office Hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Online
Online
 
Online
 
By appointment
By appointment
 
By appointment
 

Students may request virtual office hours via email.

Classes Taught

Summer 2026

SOC101 Introduction to Sociology 3 Credits

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
16461
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
05/26/2026 – 06/25/2026

Closed

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.

Fall 2026

SOC101 Introduction to Sociology 3 Credits

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], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15242
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/24/2026 – 10/16/2026

Open

16 of 25
Seats Available

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.

SOC266 Sociology Through Media 3 Credits

Explores how media+including film, television, podcasts, and social media+reflect and shape U.S. culture, social institutions, inequalities, and identities. Highlights the role of media as powerful tools for social commentary, cultural analysis, and critique. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17398
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026

Open

23 of 25
Seats Available

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.

Fall Flex Start 2026

SOC101 Introduction to Sociology 3 Credits

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], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15254
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
10/19/2026 – 12/18/2026

Open

24 of 25
Seats Available

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.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Degrees & Awards

Master of Arts - History (candidate)

Master of Science - Justice Studies 

Bachelor of Arts - History

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Associate of Applied Science - Organizational Management

Certificate of Completion - Public Administration

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