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Why Study Sociology?

Sociology is the scientific study of human behavior and the complexities of human social relationships. If you want to understand social behavior in the real world, sociology is where you find the answers. Regardless of your chosen career path, having a critical understanding of the social world can put you at the forefront of your career field.

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It is a top-notch program. I'd recommend this program to anybody who wants to improve the rigor of the work they do.

– Tracy Sims (2020 MA in Sociology graduate); Senior Director, U.S. Lead of Chronic Disease Environment Shaping at Eli Lilly and Company

Featured Alumni

  • Oluwaseun Temitope Emoruwa

    Oluwaseun Temitope (Temi) Emoruwa

    Research Interests: Immigrant Health, Colorism, Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities, Social Inequality, and Global Health

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  • Bria Kathryn Morgan

    Bria Kathryn Morgan

    Bria Morgan (PhD 2022) works at the Office of Access & Engagement at UAB.

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  • Brie Scrivner

    Brie Scrivner

    Brie Scrivner (PhD 2021) (pronouns: they/them) is a Disability Analyst in the Office of Equity and Human Rights at the City of Portland, Oregon.

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  • Shane Burns

    Shane Burns

    Shane Burns (PhD 2021) is a Postdoctoral Scholar at the University of Southern California (USC) Leonard Davis School of Gerontology.

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