Sociology Department and Criminal Justice Program
Sociology is the study of social life. It focuses on the interactions of people and institutions, and their influences upon each other. If you’re fascinated by the behavior of people in groups or in society, sociology is a major you should seriously consider.
Sociology contains a number of specialty areas including social inequality, race and ethnic relations, urban studies, social movements, law and justice, marriage and family, gender, sexuality, culture and more.
Why study at CUC?
A CUC bachelor of arts degree in sociology provides a solid liberal arts foundation and real-world skills. Employers look for graduates with investigative skills and the ability to work with diverse groups. Sociology students acquire a sociological perspective, develop critical-thinking skills and practice scientific inquiry. Many students who choose sociology as a major go on to careers in law, business, education, government, social work and counseling.
All full-time sociology faculty members have doctorates in sociology. They also have considerable real-world experience that allows them to bridge theory and practice in the classroom setting. You will benefit from one-on-one interaction with your professors.
For more information about the Sociology Department, please contact Dr. Jenna Mahay at jenna.mahay@cuchicago.edu
For more information about the Law and Justice Program, please contact Dr. Jodie Dewey at jodie.dewey@cuchicago.edu
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Several popular classes focus on research providing students with opportunities to conduct original work under the guidance of a faculty member. Recent research projects have focused on the homeless, the dynamics of congregations, family interactions, labor unions, the assimilation of minority groups and criminal justice.
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Concordia University Chicago’s criminial justice major is designed for students particularly interested in a career in law, law enforcement, corrections or social justice. This major helps you understand legal institutions and issues faced by America's legal and justice professionals.