Current majors and students considering a major in sociology should consult with a department advisor when registering for classes. This is particularly important because the subjects that lay the foundation for later training in sociology, plus the courses for a minor in another department, should be carefully selected. The advisor can also discuss focus areas, internships, and research opportunities.This department participates in the programs of Global Studies, Ethnic Studies, Environmental Studies, the Center for Great Plains Studies, the Womens and Gender Studies Program, and the Center for Civic Engagement.Majors in Sociology will be able to:

• Understand how social context impacts individuals, with an emphasis on the causes and consequences of social inequality.
• Describe how different types of research methods are used to study society and make claims about society.
• Conduct basic social research, to include developing hypothesis, collecting and analyzing data, and addressing any ethical issues involved in social research.
• Write and communicate effectively to diverse audiences, including being able to articulate key theoretical approaches and summarize research findings.
• Explain how social research can be used to create policy, design specific interventions, and/or address social issues.