Sociology

The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences offers a BA and BGS, as well as a PhD in Sociology, the study of social life, social change, and the social causes and consequences of human behavior. Since all human behavior is social, few fields have such broad scope and relevance for research, theory, and the application of knowledge.

Sociology Department website

Popular Career Paths

Public Service: Involves applying knowledge of human behavior to public policy, government services and/or law enforcement.

Post-Secondary Education: Includes teaching college-level courses in sociology or administering student affairs programs and services; may require additional education/credentials.

Research & Data Analysis: Encompasses the study of human society and social behavior by researching various social, political, business, and religious organizations; includes academic and policy research, data analysis, and grant writing/administration.

Social and Human Services: Involves working with community organizations and/or social service agencies to seek out and connect clients with the information, materials, and resources they need to cope with and overcome challenges in their lives.

Human Resources Management: Helps organizations make strategic decisions regarding the personnel side of the business.

International Development: Works with US government agencies and non-profit organizations to develop and advocate for economic, political, and social quality-of-life issues on behalf of those living abroad and those immigrating to the US. 

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  • AmeriCorps - federally funded service program that supports US communities through education, public health, environmental, and anti-poverty initiative 

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Places to Seek Employment

  • Advertising and Marketing Firms
  • Advocacy Groups
  • Banks
  • Correctional Institutions
  • Educational Institutions
  • Federal, State & Local Government Agencies
  • For-profit Corporations
  • Hospitals/Healthcare Organizations
  • Insurance Companies
  • Non-Profit Agencies
  • Peace Corps and AmeriCorps
  • Public Opinion Research Polls
  • Research Institutes
  • Residential Care Facilities
  • Retirement Communities
  • Staffing Companies

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