Sociology and Political Science

The Department of Sociology and Political Science provides a diverse array of courses designed to equip students for careers in the 21st century. In the sociology program, students delve into topics such as social behavior, cultural dynamics, societal structures, and the challenges arising from technological advancements and evolving knowledge. These courses prepare students for careers and further study in areas such as criminal justice, business, education, data analysis, human services, and more. 

Faculty Spotlight: International Research Collaboration

Dr. Sarah Donley, Professor of Sociology, will serve as a Visiting Scholar with the End-of-Life Studies Group at the University of Glasgow (Dumfries campus) during her Fall 2026 sabbatical. Her work will focus on international collaboration examining the role of end-of-life doulas in contemporary deathcare, presenting research through the Solway Seminar Series, and advancing her forthcoming co-edited volume, End-of-Life Doulas and the Transformation of Deathcare (Bloomsbury Press).

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Meanwhile, the Political Science program offers an extensive selection of courses covering American government and international relations, laying the groundwork for careers in law, government, politics, international affairs, business, communications, and beyond.

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