Sociology

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Professor DeBoer
Assistant Professor Erickson
Assistant Professor Gentzler
 

Sociology involves the systematic study of groups and institutions. Social scientists examine the social world using a variety of approaches. Students in sociology learn about urban and rural life, family patterns and relationships, social class, social movements, crime and the criminal justice system, and contemporary social issues. The major prepares students for careers in social research, criminology, demography, gerontology, and human services. The criminology emphasis within the sociology major meets the needs of students with interests and career plans in criminal justice while providing general background in all areas of sociology in order to maximize employment opportunities. A bachelor’s degree in sociology also provides students with an excellent liberal arts foundation for numerous career paths. Students graduating with degrees in sociology develop their ability to critically consider issues having to do with human social behavior, develop an understanding of the logic and techniques of examining human social behavior, develop practical skills and knowledge about work, and develop an understanding of sociological concepts, theories, ideas, and explanations.

Programs

• Sociology

• Sociology Minor

Courses

• ANT 308 - Cultural Anthropology (3)

• SOC 109 - Introduction to Sociology (3)
• SOC 215 - Introduction to Criminology (3)
• SOC 230 - Social Problems (3)
• SOC 271/371/471 - Selected Topics (1-3)
• SOC 285 - Social Research (4)
• SOC 288 - Deviance (3)
• SOC 290/390/490 - Directed Study (1-3)
• SOC 298 - Honors in Sociology (1-3)
• SOC 305 - Complex Organizations (3)
• SOC 308 - Cultural Anthropology (3)
• SOC 310 - Corrections (3)
• SOC 312 - Juvenile Delinquency (3)
• SOC 314 - Criminal Law and Procedure (3)
• SOC 316 - Sociology of Sport (3)
• SOC 318 - The Sociology of Health and Health Care (3)
• SOC 324 - Race and Nationality (3)
• SOC 336 - Social Psychology (3)
• SOC 355 - Applied Psychology and Sociology (0-1)
• SOC 366 - Marriage and Family Relationships (3)
• SOC 370 - Social Stratification (3)
• SOC 398 - Honors in Sociology (1-3)
• SOC 415 - Social Theory (3)
• SOC 421 - Sociology Internship (0-12)
• SOC 496 - Seminar in Sociology (3)
• SOC 498 - Honors in Sociology (1-3)

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