Sociology, B.A.

Sociology is the scientific study of human behavior as interpreted and experienced in groups. These groups range from face-to-face interactions to institutions including the family, religious communities, and health care to indigenous, developing and post-industrial societies embedded in globalization processes. The program emphasizes multicultural and global perspectives and material to broaden the outlook of students. The broadly based curriculum in the major allows the student to follow particular interests in depth, as well as to gain an overview of the discipline. The aim of the major is a general introduction to the dominant sociological theories, substantive areas, and methods of inquiry, with students acquiring competency in important analytical and technical skills.

A major in sociology helps to prepare students for both further study and immediate employment. Work or study might be in sociology, law, social work, counseling, or other related areas. The major in sociology with a social policy concentration helps to prepare students for careers in helping professions and public service.

Students may not double major in Sociology and Criminal Justice Studies.  Students may minor in Criminal Justice Studies with no more than two overlapping courses.