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Sociology

The study of human behavior in groups is necessary in today's world.

As a sociology major you will build awareness for the different types of social inequality that exist, who is negatively impacted, where and how it emerges, and what perpetuates it. Courses will not only shed light on social inequality, but will teach you how to do something about it.

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  • 100%

    of students participate in community-engaged learning

  • 30%

    of current majors are pursuing a double major

  • 50%

    of students graduate with a minor

A High-Quality Education

  • The Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program
  • Global Encounters
  • Core Program
  • Bringing together "outside" students from universities and "inside" students from correctional institutions.

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    Fostering and facilitating immersive global learning experiences is a distinctive and core feature of our department.

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    All first-year students are enrolled in the innovative, interdisciplinary Core Program.

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    Interested in learning more about sociology? We'd love to meet with you. Schedule an academic appointment by calling our department at 937-229-3626. You can also choose to schedule a general campus tour and admission presentation.

    Featured Programs and Initiatives

    Student Organizations

    The Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work Student Organization and Alpha Kappa Delta are groups that have a presence in our department.

    Transformative learning

    The Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Social Work offers a variety of exciting curricular and co-curricular opportunities.

    community service
    Experiential Learning

    Real-World Experience

    Through practical learning opportunities like internships and co-ops, you can build your resume, gain practical experience and prepare for a successful career.

    Experiential Learning

    Real-World Experience

    community service

    Through practical learning opportunities like internships and co-ops, you can build your resume, gain practical experience and prepare for a successful career.

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    Department of Sociology

    St. Joseph Hall, Room 429
    300 College Park
    Dayton, Ohio 45469 - 1442
    937-229-2138
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    23

    the average class size for sociology courses