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Why Study Sociology?

Sociology is the scientific study of human behavior and the complexities of human social relationships. If you want to understand social behavior in the real world, sociology is where you find the answers. Regardless of your chosen career path, having a critical understanding of the social world can put you at the forefront of your career field.

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It is a top-notch program. I'd recommend this program to anybody who wants to improve the rigor of the work they do.

– Tracy Sims (2020 MA in Sociology graduate); Senior Director, U.S. Lead of Chronic Disease Environment Shaping at Eli Lilly and Company

Featured Alumni

  • Carey Usher

    Carey Usher

    Carey Usher (PhD 2001) is Associate Provost and Dean of Mary Baldwin College for Women, of Mary Baldwin University in Staunton, Virginia.

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  • Tuba Demir Dagdas

    Tuba Demir Dagdas

    Tuba Demir Dagdas (PhD 2017) is a Research Data Specialist 2 at the State of California, Department of Health Care Services.

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  • Jeffrey E. Hall

    Jeffrey E. Hall

    Jeffrey E. Hall (PhD, MSPH, 2003) is the Deputy Director of the Office of Minority Health and Health Equity at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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  • Katie McIntyre

    Katie McIntyre

    Katie McIntyre (PhD 2019) is an Assistant Lecturer in Sociology at Birmingham Southern College.

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