Sociology, B.A.

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Tori Barnes-Brus (chair), Erin Davis, Mary Olson, Misha Quill

Requirements

A minimum of eleven course credits. Ten in Sociology, which include

SOC 101 - Sociological Thinking (1) OR SOC 102 - Topics in Sociological Thinking (1)
SOC 483 - Sociological Theory (1)
SOC 484 - Research Design and Data Analysis (1)
SOC 487 - SOC/SAN Senior Seminar (1)

A Minimum of Three 300-Level Courses

Students planning to attend graduate school are encouraged to include an individual research project in their major

SOC 290 - Independent Study (1) OR SOC 390 - Independent Study (1) OR SOC 485 - Readings/Research in Sociology (1/2-1)

Students planning careers in human services are encouraged to include an internship in their major

Note:

Students may not combine a major in Sociology with the joint major in Sociology and Anthropology.

Teaching Certification:

Students who are interested in pursuing K-12 certification to teach social studies should seek admission to the Teacher Education Program. See the Education department section for application and certification information.