Social work emerged as a profession in the early 20th century to promote the well-being and quality of life for all persons in society. Today, social workers continue to advocate in the public arena ...

Sociologists study human behavior in groups, the interactions between people, and the patterned structure of relationships that result. Criminal and deviant behavior, racism, inequality, gender, the ...

We offer a major and minor in sociology, a major in sociology with a criminal justice focus, and a CSWE-accredited social work major. Sociology studies human society, seeking to understand what ...

With five years of experience as a writer and editor in the higher education and career development space, Ilana has a passion for creating accessible, relevant content that demystifies the higher-ed ...

The Sociology Minor equips students with skills used by sociologists to explore the nature of society. Selected topics may include culture, socialization, social interaction, groups, social ...

Sociology analyzes patterns of behavior in all types of social relationships. Our program involves the study of group dynamics and their impact on human populations and individuals. The BA in ...

The PhD in Social Policy and Sociology is a joint degree of the Department of Sociology and the Heller School for Social Policy and Management. It is available to students only after completion of at ...

Understanding social actions, patterns, and change has never been more urgent or relevant than in today's complex and unstable world. From peace and justice to conflict and inequality, from ...

Living in an intensely divisive and contentious time like this current sociopolitical moment makes certain perspectives on the world more needed now than ever. As a college professor for 30 years, I ...

The sociology minor allows students flexibility in selecting courses in the various subject areas covered in the program. The areas covered are: social theory and methods of inquiry; and advanced ...