Sociology

Major, Minor

DEPARTMENT: SOCIOLOGY

Sociology explores social life, change, and human behavior. Classes focus on discussion, group work, and writing, building communication skills while providing hands-on experience through internships, research and fieldwork.

Students apply sociology to real-world issues through internships, field trips and community service. The Sociology Club fosters engagement with local organizations through volunteering and fundraising.

Courses and requirements

Students seated in a sociology class talking to one another

Careers after Union

Educator, Teach for America

English teaching assistant, Teaching Assistant Program in France (TAPIF)

Marketing specialist, Zipcar

Mental health clinician, The Village for Families & Children

Physician-scientist, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Project manager, Appalachian Mountain Club

Special education teacher

M.S. candidate in health and international development, the London School of Economics and Political Science

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