Department of Sociology

Welcome to Western Kentucky University's Department of Sociology!

The Department of Sociology offers programs and course work designed to expand awareness and understanding of the social causes and consequences of human behavior in groups, including organizations, societies, and various cultures.

Completion of the curriculum in sociology will provide you with a broad background for pursuing a variety of careers by helping you to develop the skills most valued by today's employers. These include the ability to communicate effectively and to frame and solve problems realistically in a teamwork setting.

Students interested in research and administrative positions, pursuing graduate degrees in sociology or other related academic fields, or training for teachers of these subjects will find the program in sociology academically and professionally rewarding.

 

What can I do with a degree in sociology?

The following links will help to answer this often-asked question:

      Careers in Sociology - by W. Richard Stephens, Jr

      Barbara Keating's Careers in Sociology Page

      WKU Career Services Page

      Career Choices

Sociology is the study of social life including the social causes and consequences of human behavior. It looks at groups, organizations, and societies--how they develop and change and how people interact in them.

Sociology offers something for everyone, and its career potential is increasingly recognized by today's students.

 

Learn about our Degree Programs

     Undergraduate

     Graduate

 

 

Links of Interest

American Sociological Association - ASA is a non-profit membership association dedicated to advancing sociology as a scientific discipline and profession serving the public good.

The SocioWeb (Complete Sociology Resource Guide) - This site includes articles and essays, famous sociology, information on sociological theories, surveys and statistics for use in research, and more.

Potter College of Arts and Letters - This page has links to other departments in the college, frequently used forms, funding opportunities, and scholarship applications.

WKU Office of Graduate Studies - The Graduate Office serves both as the point of contact for prospective and new graduate students and as a liaison between students and faculty members of all graduate programs.

WKU Center for Teaching and Learning - The purpose of the Center for Teaching and Learning is to advance the University community's commitment to excellence in teaching and engagement in learning through exemplary ideas, activities, and resources.