Why Major in Sociology?
Sociology is a rich discipline that prepares baccalaureate students in the best liberal arts tradition to be functioning citizens in the complex modern world. Sociology is a dynamic and powerful tool for understanding the way people organize themselves into families, groups, communities, cities and organizations, and societies. The sociological perspective is one you will carry with you throughout life, whether you enter a profession, start a business, or go to graduate school. It can be applied to the most pressing social issues and problems of our time. Sociological theories and concepts will help students to understand social problems such as crime, poverty, racism, violence against women and children, and sexism and to contribute to their solutions. There are various fields of study within sociology. Here is a list from the American Sociological Association.
