Overview
The Sociology program at Wilfrid Laurier University provides a comprehensive understanding of social structures, processes, and inequalities. Objectives include developing critical thinking skills to analyze social issues such as globalization, gender, race, and social policy. Unique features encompass community-based learning opportunities and research-focused courses that encourage hands-on engagement with real-world social challenges.
Career Prospects
Graduates are prepared for diverse roles in social services, government, non-profits, and research. Common pathways include advancing to graduate studies in sociology or related fields, or entering professions that address social justice and policy development.
Key Faculty/Staff
- Dr. Natalie Delia Deckard, Associate Professor, specializing in race and ethnicity
- Dr. Scott Schaffer, Associate Professor, focusing on social theory and qualitative methods
Unique Facilities or Partnerships
The program benefits from the Laurier Centre for Global Relations and the Department of Sociology and Criminology's partnerships with local community organizations for experiential learning and research collaborations.
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