Sociology and Gerontology
The College offers a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science in Sociology and minors in Sociology and Gerontology. The courses are diverse and represent a broad range of practical and theoretical issues in the discipline. Students will have opportunities to engage in research under the supervision of faculty members, who work with students on an individual basis, providing them with counseling, research suggestions, and other assistance. They are determined to develop and maintain an academically nurturing relationship with each of the program's students.
Employment opportunities are available for students with a major in Sociology and a minor in Criminal Justice, Business Administration, or Gerontology. Courses have been designed to enable students to acquire skills for careers in the criminal justice system or in agencies working with youth, the elderly, and families.
Program map
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- Successfully complete foundational courses: SOC 1105 Introductory Sociology and SOC 1125 Social Problems or SOC 1111 Cultural Anthropology
- Attend Sociology Program sponsored events or other department events
- Connect with the Sociology Program Faculty to discuss career interests and possibilities
- Consider joining a Student Organization or Student Club
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- Continue connecting with Sociology Faculty and attending events
- Attend CSU Career Fair events for internship and job opportunities
- Meet with your professional advisor to track your degree progress
- Explore possible minors related to your career goals
- Consider joining Pi Gamma Mu (Social Science Honor Society)
- Successfully complete foundational course: SOC 2206 Statistics
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- Research potential graduate, law, or medical schools and/or workforce opportunities
- Prepare for and take the GRE, LSAT, or MCAT if needed
- Meet with Sociology Faculty Advisor and attend Sociology or other department events
- Locate and apply for Internships if desired
- Declare a minor related to your career goals
- Successfully complete foundational courses: SOC 2800 Methods and SOC 3800 Theory
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- Attend CSU Career Fair and/or Graduate School Fair events
- Meet with Sociology Faculty Advisor and attend events
- Complete graduation requirements and apply for graduation
- Apply to graduate, law, or medical schools and/or jobs in the workforce
- Meet with Career Services for career opportunities and resume revisions
- Successfully complete foundational course: SOC 4895 Senior Capstone Seminar
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- Degree Awarded
- Completion of all requirements for next steps (graduate or law school or workforce)
- Visit CSU during homecoming and mentor undergraduate Sociology students.
Minor in Sociology
A minimum of 20 semester hours in Sociology to include SOC 1105, SOC 1111 or SOC 1125, SOC 2206, SOC 2800, SOC 3800, and additional courses selected in consultation with the academic advisor. A grade of C or better is required in all Sociology courses.
Minor in Gerontology
The minor in Gerontology is a multidisciplinary program that consists of a minimum of 20 semester hours to include the following courses: BIO 2200, SOC 2230, PSY 3385, and SOC 4596. Additional elective courses may be selected from SOC 3370, 3380; SWK 3320; HHP 1202, HHP 2230, HHP 3301, HHP 3361, HHP 4401; PSY 2320, PSY 3380, and PSY 3420 in consultation with the academic advisor. A grade of C or better is required in all courses taken for the minor.
Contact us
Dr. Genevieve Ritchie-Ewing, Assistant Professor
Charles H. Wesley Arts and Science Building
Room 324
937-376-6505 | gritchie-ewing@centralstate.edu
Dr. Greta Winbush, Professor (Gerontology)
Charles H. Wesley Arts and Science Building
Room 240
937-376-6310 | gwinbush@centralstate.edu