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Why Study Sociology?

Sociology is the scientific study of human behavior and the complexities of human social relationships. If you want to understand social behavior in the real world, sociology is where you find the answers. Regardless of your chosen career path, having a critical understanding of the social world can put you at the forefront of your career field.

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It is a top-notch program. I'd recommend this program to anybody who wants to improve the rigor of the work they do.

– Tracy Sims (2020 MA in Sociology graduate); Senior Director, U.S. Lead of Chronic Disease Environment Shaping at Eli Lilly and Company

Featured Alumni

  • Anthony Campbell

    Anthony Campbell

    Anthony Campbell (PhD 2016) is an assistant professor at Auburn University in the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work.

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  • Katie McIntyre

    Katie McIntyre

    Katie McIntyre (PhD 2019) is an Assistant Lecturer in Sociology at Birmingham Southern College.

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  • Tomiwa Ayetigbo

    Tomiwa (Wisdom) Ayetigbo

    Tomiwa (Wisdom) Ayetigbo's (MA 2024) research interests are health care access and costs, vulnerable populations, health disparities, immigrant health, and global health.

  • Vicki Winstead

    Vicki Winstead

    Vicki Winstead (PhD 2014) is a program manager in the Office of Research and Scholarship in the UAB School of Nursing.

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