Bachelor of Arts in Sociology

The sociology major and minor have few specific requirements, allowing the student flexibility in selecting courses in the various subject areas covered in the program. The areas covered are: social theory and methods of inquiry; advanced studies, such as family, immigration, education, politics, religion, sport and environment;
thematic areas of crime and deviance, diversity and inequality, socialization and interaction, globalization, and social change.
Sociology is the analysis of the social lives of people, groups, and societies. A sociological perspective helps students understand the relationship between individuals and society, analyze the impact of larger social structures, and become aware of ways to achieve desired collective ends.

Sociology faculty have expertise in the following areas: family and marriage, gender study, social psychology, migration and immigration, ethnic and race relations, inequalities, human sexuality, environment, sports, popular culture, political sociology, medical sociology, sociology of education, and crime and deviance.

Sociology graduates are hired by community-based organizations, government agencies, hospital and healthcare organizations, social services departments, the criminal justice system, school systems, private businesses, and research firms.