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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

  • 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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  • Fabrice Julien

    Fabrice Julien

    Fabrice Julien (PhD 2020) is an Assistant Professor of Health and Wellness, and a Medical Sociologist.

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  • Julie Locher

    Julie Locher

    Julie Locher (PhD 1999) is a professor in the Departments of Medicine and Health Care Organization and Policy at UAB.

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  • Alejandra M. Colón López

    Alejandra M. Colón-López

    Alejandra M. Colón-López (PhD 2022) is a Scientist 1 in the UAB Minority Health and Health Equity Research Center (MHERC). Prior to this appointment, she was a postdoctoral scholar in the Department of Medical Education in the UAB Heersink School of Medicine.

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