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2018-2019 Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Sociology, B.A./B.S.


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Professors: Peter Callero, Maureen Dolan
Associate professor: Dean Braa

Mission

To provide a strong educational foundation for graduate study and various professional careers. This includes training in writing, research and analysis, all connected to the development of theory and social science. It is also a goal of the department to train and motivate students to be activists in the service of progressive causes.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Investigate social issues and structures of social inequality through critical research and analysis.
  2. Explain and analyze the complex interactions among individuals, institutions and society.
  3. Effectively communicate and discuss social theories and research findings as they relate to social problems.

Elective Credits: 36


Total Credits: 72


Note:


The Sociology Department encourages development of interdisciplinary specialties within the sociology major. With permission, Sociology majors may use courses from other disciplines to fulfill electives. See sociology adviser.

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