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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

  • Lonnie Hannon III

    Lonnie Hannon III

    Lonnie Hannon (PhD 2007) is an Associate Professor in the School of Public Health at UAB.

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  • Mercedes Tarasovich

    Mercedes Tarasovich

    Mercedes Tarasovich (PhD 2024) focused her research on barriers to mental health care for people who have survived suicide attempts.

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  • Monir Hossain

    Monir Hossain

    PhD, Medical Sociology

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  • Najwa Al-Harbi

    Najwa Al-Harbi

    Najwa Al-Harbi (PhD 2019) is an Assistant Professor of Sociology at Umm Al Qura University in Saudi Arabia.

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