Medical sociologists study the impact of social and cultural factors on health care. This work includes studying the access to medical care of different ethnic groups and social classes and the ways ...

With five years of experience as a writer and editor in the higher education and career development space, Ilana has a passion for creating accessible, relevant content that demystifies the higher-ed ...

Socioeconomics can influence the development and well-being of a community and its residents. This broad concept, which explores connections between economic activity and social behaviors, can often ...

Students can enroll in the major at any time by meeting with an advisor. Please visit our advising page to learn about our advising hours and appointments. - Students must have a minimum cumulative ...

Sociologists study human social relationships and institutions, using sophisticated computer programs to assemble and analyze their data. The research skills that a person acquires in a sociology ...

The Sociology Department offers both a major and minor. Courses address a wide array of important topics including the study of major social institutions, family, religion, education, mass media, the ...

Understanding social actions, patterns, and change has never been more urgent or relevant than in today's complex and unstable world. From immigration to globalization, from sustainable cities to ...

Sociologists investigate the structure of groups, organizations, and societies and how people interact within these contexts. Since all human behavior is social, the subject matter of sociology ranges ...

Why are some people richer than others? What drives societal ills or ignites a social movement? Why aren’t people having more kids? These are some of the most important questions facing the country ...