School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Saint Joseph College students
       

Sociology, Bachelor of Arts

Engage in the theoretical and empirical study of human behavior as a Sociology major at Saint Joseph College. Our intensive program examines a broad range of social concerns, from the study of family networks to that of ethnic subcultures. As a student in our degree program, you will build an ideal foundation to pursue a career in the fields of business or health and human services. The department of Sociology at Saint Joseph College offers:

An Outstanding Curriculum
Following introductory courses, students select from a variety of specialized courses, including African-American Families, Urban Sociology, Women in American Society, Research Methodology and more. As a Sociology major you will benefit from small classes and one-on-one learning with a highly professional faculty.

Internship Opportunities
Students participate in on-site internships with agencies such as the Village for Families and Children and the Institute for Community Research and other state and private agencies.

Professional Preparation
Graduates of our program are currently employed as counselors and supervisors for institutions like Manchester Memorial Hospital, Hartford Hospital and Aetna Life and Casualty. Others have pursued graduate study in law, social work administration, sociology and research. Career opportunities include the following:

Government

  • Census Worker
  • Industrial Sociologist
  • Labor Relations Specialist
  • Policy Administrator
  • Regional and Urban Planner
  • Secret Service Agent

Human Services

  • Community Organizer
  • Criminologist
  • Prison Classification Interviewer
  • Probation Officer

Research

  • Alcohol/Drug Addiction Researcher
  • Life Quality Researcher
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Population Studies Researcher
  • Statistician

Contact
For further information contact Julius H. Rubin, Ph.D., chair of the Sociology department.
Phone:   860.231.5230
E-mail:  jrubin@sjc.edu

January 17, 2012