Sociology is a vibrant, exciting field that examines human beings in a social context. It is dedicated to studying the social lives of people, groups, and societies. Whether the topic of analysis is crime and deviance, marriage and family relationships, population dynamics, race and ethnic relations, aging, or death, sociology contributes a distinctive framework for understanding social problems and issues.
Our program encourages critical thinking in an environment where students learn to solve problems and become aware of how individuals, groups, and societies interact. Our faculty are dedicated to preparing students for meaningful careers in a variety of fields or for graduate study.