Sociology

Sociology at Weber State

Weber State’s sociology program teaches the causes and consequences of social life, change and human behavior, while also preparing students for future careers with skills in data collection, statistical analysis, critical inquiry, writing and public speaking.

Sociology Highlights

Weber State’s sociology program helps you become a better global citizen by offering a understanding of the world you live in, including local and global understandings of:

Race
Class
Gender
Crime
Economy, Jobs and Organizations
Education
Families
Social Change/Globalization
Health and Mental Health
Environment
Psychology
Urban life

Capstone courses include original research papers and community engaged learning experiences.

Beyond the Classroom

In Weber State’s sociology program, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in community-based learning, study abroad and original research, so you can develop and practice your sociology skills in real-world situations.

What You’ll LEARN at Weber

You’ll learn about all aspects of society, including culture, institutions, human behavior and sociological theory. You’ll also gain analytical and research skills, such as research methods and how to analyze data and recognize a plurality of perspectives.

What You CAN DO After Weber

Sociology is increasingly tapped by those who craft policies and create programs. While all students can benefit from a sociology education, our degrees particularly prepare students planning careers in law, business, education, politics, urban planning and more.

The sociology program also offers a track in deviance and criminology for students planning careers in fields like criminal justice or social work. If you have questions, contact a WSU Career Advisor.

Faculty Perspective

Sociology is like the film The Matrix; after Neo takes the red pill, the situations he has previously defined as real change. Sociology is unique in its ability to show students how deep the rabbit hole goes.

R.C. Morris

We care about each student and their future, so we are committed to ensure that students know how to put their sociology skills to use after they graduate, whether they plan on getting a job or continuing their studies.

Marjukka Ollilainen