Social forces shape everything around you. As a Sociology major or minor, you’ll examine the power of social structure and interaction as a shaping force of individuals, groups, and society.
You’ll analyze social structures and processes to develop a greater understanding of social change and global and local diversity. Your course topics will include:
- Inequality in race, ethnicity, class, gender, and sexuality
- Power
- Religion
- Culture
- Deviance
- Discrimination
- Family
You’re also encouraged to participate in independent research and study abroad. Past students have studied race in Sweden; examined job expectations of nannies on Craigslist; and conducted research on Chinatown in Buenos Aires.
As a graduate, you’ll be well prepared for graduate study and careers in fields such as law, human services, education, business, and public policy.