Sociology

Sociology is the systematic study of social behavior and human groups. It focuses on the influence of social relationships upon people's attitudes and behavior and on how societies are established and how they change. The scope of sociology is broad -- students of sociology study social groupings such as families, gangs, business firms, political parties, schools, religions, and work. Sociology students are also concerned with social issues such as poverty, conformity, discrimination, alienation, overpopulation and community. Their common objective is to identify the underlying and recurring patterns of and influences on social behavior.

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology

In addition to completion of the University General Education and College of Arts and Sciences Curriculum Requirements, sociology majors are required to complete five core courses (Soc. 100, Anth. 110, Soc. 232, Soc. 332, Soc. 333 and Soc. 415) plus 18 hours (six courses) of sociology electives. These electives may include up to 6 s.h. of anthropology coursework beyond Anth. 110. A total of thirty-three semester hours are required for a sociology major. Please see the current Undergraduate Catalog for details, or check STARS for information about available courses.

Minor in Sociology

A minor in sociology requires completion of Soc. 100 plus 15 hours of sociology electives. Please see the current Undergraduate Catalog for details, or check STARS for information about available courses.

Master of Arts in Sociology

We invite you to discover how to earn a Master of Arts in sociology. Undergraduate preparation, course, thesis, and other information is included.

Undergraduate & Graduate Advisors

Undergraduate Advisor
Sharon B. Keeling
Morgan Hall 203A
(309) 298-1486
SB-Keeling@wiu.edu

Graduate Director
Dr. Richard Gee
Morgan Hall 401
(309) 298-1230
RL-Gee@wiu.edu