Sociology

Sociology Fundamentals

Sociology is the study of social life, social change, and the social causes and consequences of human behavior.

• Sociology students acquire social science research skills and cover the theories and methods of sociology.
• Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology/Criminology and Law Enforcement is available.

Professional Preparation

Studying sociology prepares students for

• careers requiring research skills and training;
• work in community and social services;
• jobs in the criminal justice field; and
• graduate training in sociology.

Our Faculty

• are award-winning teachers;
• conduct research on topics such as crime and media, altruism, work and family, violence and victims, and immigration; and
• serve as advisers to student groups on campus, including Sociology Club, L.I.P. Service and Sociologists for Women in Society (SWS).

Akron Advantage

Hands-on Research

In sociology, students learn methods and techniques of research and have the opportunity to apply these skills through the Active Research Methods Laboratory.

Real-word Experience

Gain practical professional experience through the internship program in sociology.

Recent placements include:

• Akron Police Department
• U.S. Marshals
• National Security Agency
• City of Akron Law Department
• Stow Municipal Court
• Summit County Sheriff's Department
• Summit County Courts
• Oriana House
• University of Akron Police Department
• The Timken Company
• Community Support Services
• Community Drug Board
• ATF investigator
• probation officer
• battered women's counselor
• rape crisis counselor

Sociology Student Organizations

Interact with other sociology students and professionals in the field through organizations such as: 

• Alpha Kappa Delta (sociology honorary)
• Sociology Club

Curriculum Guide

• Sociology — B.A.

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