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| AQ Difference |
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| European Roots of Psychology & Sociology |
| European Roots of Psychology and Sociology is a new course developed by Drs. Lorraine Straw (Psychology) and Kathy Kremer (Sociology). The course combined a spring semester class with travel to central Europe in May where students participated in programs and lectures presented by European academics and experts. >>More Information & Photo Gallery |
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| Outstanding Senior Awards 2009 |
| Graduating seniors Rachel Johansen and Elise Wisnieski were honored as the Sociology Department's Outstanding Seniors for the 2008-2009 academic year. |
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| AQ Community Fellows |
| AQ Community Fellows are first-year college students with a major or interest in majoring in one of the social sciences. Fellows are either first-generation college students* or Pell Grant eligible. The goal of the fellowship is encouraging students to engage in their education, their campus, and their community. >>More Information |
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| Degage Walk-a-Thon |
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| Above: Students in (SY312) Social Stratification course engage in experiential learning: the Degage Walk-a-Thon. |
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| About Sociology |
| We are proud to be able to provide you with the sociological perspective of the world! Sociology is the study of how social systems such as family, religion, or peer groups shape our world and influence our behavior. Sociological analysis can be applied to everything from interpersonal relations to global political economy. |
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| Along with your Aquinas liberal arts education, sociology will position you for a wide array of occupations. We are confident sociology will not only provide you the skills and knowledge to launch a career but also provide you with a powerful analytical lens to explore your world. Your sociology education will also make you a more informed citizen, providing an understanding of controversial social issues of the day, such as racial, gender, social class and economic issues. |
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| As your parents might ask you: "What are you going to do with Sociology?" |
| Our answer is: Anything you want! |
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| Here's why: |
| Universally applicable skill set. |
| A degree in Sociology from Aquinas will strengthen your skills in writing, public speaking and, most importantly, critical thinking. You'll be able to assess the rationality of arguments, collect data to construct a thesis, and see the assumptions behind a written work. These are skills that are applicable in health care, business, government and service, to name a few areas. |
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| Sociologists are people persons. |
| No other discipline allows you the opportunity to understand the varied worlds of the wealthy elite, impoverished drug dealers and everyone in between. We don't teach empathy, but we give you the tools to enhance your own ability to understand and relate to others. And that will aid you in work and life. |
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| Sociologists work well with others. |
| Combine your sociology with biology and research the medical roots of bankruptcy or track disease vectors. Join sociology with English and become a journalist or even work in public relations. Sociology can also combine with business and languages as well as psychology or communication to make you even more marketable. |
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| Many majors go on to social work, but sociology majors are equally at home in government, business, or graduate programs in law, public administration or, yes, sociology. |
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| Put yourself in sociology and get out of it whatever you want. |
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| Careers |
| The sociology faculty will help you put together a curriculum to suit your educational and career demands. Sociology provides students with knowledge, skills, and experience to pursue a wide variety of career options. Here are some of the skills and concepts you will master in sociology: |
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- Critical Reading and Thinking
- Writing and Oral Presentation
- Data Analysis
- Gender Relations
- Structural Inequality and Social Class
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- Organizational Relations
- Social Psychology
- Racial and Ethnic Diversity
- Politics and Economics
- Family Dynamics
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| Alone and combined with other disciplines, you could prepare yourself for careers in: |
| Social Work |
Journalism |
| Corrections |
Urban Planning |
| Survey Research |
Local Government |
| Human Resources |
Community Development |
| Non-Profit Organizations |
Community Activism |
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| The American Sociological Association (ASA) provides more detailed career information. |
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