Social and Cultural Diversity Certificate
Sociology Minor
Anthropology Minor
A.A. Associate of Arts with a Concentration in Sociology
B.A. Bachelor of Arts in Sociology

The Department of Sociology and Anthropology at IUSB is dedicated to fostering a critical understanding of the social and cultural diversity and dynamics of the human condition through education and discovery. As a faculty we are committed to excellence in teaching and concern for the welfare of our students, scholarly and professional creativity, and campus and community service.

Within the context of a liberal arts education we cultivate in our students a sociological imagination intended to prepare them to be active contributors to their communities and to live fruitful lives as informed citizens of a global society. Through their education and training in theoretical analysis and the development of research skills, our students gain a solid practical basis for pursuing careers in law, social work, business, public administration, and many human services professions. They also are well equipped to pursue graduate study in sociology or anthropology in order to go on to careers in teaching, administration, and research.

Minor in Sociology

(All courses are 3 cr. hours unless otherwise designated.)

Students majoring in a field other than sociology may complete a minor in sociology. Students interested in pursuing such a minor must register their intentions with sociology and consult with a faculty advisor before completing three courses in the program.

Requirements

Five courses, including at least one seminar at the 400-level, chosen from within the departmental listings with the approval of a faculty advisor and the departmental chairperson, according to the following specifications:

SOC S161 Principles of Sociology

One of the following:
SOC S258 Elementary Social Research Techniques: Quantitative Methods
SOC S268 Seminar in Applied Social Research: Qualitative Methods
SOC S351 Social Statistics

One of the following:
SOC S348 Introduction to Sociological Theory
SOC S349 Topics in Contemporary Social Theory

Two additional courses at the 200-level or above related to some specific area of interest to the student. One of these must be a 400-level seminar or SOC S494 Field Experience in Sociology.

‹‹ Back to Top

Minor in Anthropology

(All courses are 3 cr. hours unless otherwise designated.)

Anthropology requires that its practitioners experience what it means to be human in different cultures, as well as to develop a new awareness and understanding of their own. It promotes a critical perspective about ourselves, our societies, and our relationship with other societies within the broader global framework. Through exploration of how other peoples and cultures from the past and present have handled common human problems such as providing subsistence, creating families, maintaining social order, etc., the study of anthropology enhances our appreciation of the diversity of possible solutions to our own problems as well as more global concerns.

Requirements

Five courses, including at least one seminar at the 400-level, chosen from within the anthropology listings with the approval of a faculty advisor and the departmental chairperson, according to the following specifications:

ANTH A105 Human Origins and Prehistory
ANTH E105 Culture and Society

One of the following:
SOC S258 Elementary Social Research Techniques: Quantitative Methods
SOC S268 Seminar in Applied Social Research: Qualitative Methods

Two additional anthropology courses, one at the 300-level or above and one at the 400-level, chosen from an approved course list or approved by the anthropology advisor.

‹‹ Back to Top

Associate of Arts with a Concentration in Sociology

(All courses are 3 cr. hours unless otherwise designated.)

Concentration Requirements (15 cr.)

SOC S161 Principles of Sociology

One of the following:
SOC S258 Elementary Social Research Techniques: Quantitative Methods
SOC S268 Seminar in Applied Social Research: Qualitative Methods
SOC S351 Social Statistics
SOC S348 Introduction to Sociological Theory

Two additional courses in sociology at the 200- or 300-level

‹‹ Back to Top

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology

The sociology major is intended to introduce students to the intellectual and methodological perspectives and practices characteristic of the discipline, within the context of a liberal arts education. The program is designed to prepare students for immediate entry into the workplace, as well as to pursue further study in a Master of Social Work, master’s, or Ph.D. program.

(All courses are 3 cr. hours unless otherwise designated.)

Core Requirements (30 cr.)

SOC S161 Principles of Sociology
SOC S258 Elementary Social Research Techniques: Quantitative Methods
SOC S268 Seminar in Applied Social Research: Qualitative Methods
SOC S348 Introduction to Sociological Theory

One of the following:
SOC S349 Topics in Contemporary Social Theory
SOC S351 Social Statistics

Five additional courses in sociology, including two 400-level seminars and not more than one at the 100-level. The internship course, SOC S494 Field Experience in Sociology, may be counted as one of the 400-level seminars.

All majors are strongly encouraged to fulfill the core requirements prior to pursuing other upper-level courses in the department. Sociology majors are strongly advised to take courses in theory, statistics, and computer science, especially if they are planning graduate study.

A student sociology portfolio is maintained for every major to hold examples of work completed. The major, in consultation with their departmental advisor, may suggest which materials to include in the portfolio. This degree can be completed in the evenings.

‹‹ Back to Top