Sociology Major Learning Goals

  • Understand the discipline of Sociology and its role in contributing to the understanding of social reality.
  • Understand the role of theory in sociology.
  • Understand the role of evidence as developed through qualitative and quantitative methods.
  • Develop technical skills in retrieving information and application of data analysis, including technical writing.
  • Understand the Basic concepts in sociology and their interrelationships.
  • Understand how culture and social structure operate.
  • Understand the reciprocal relationship between individuals and society.
  • Understand the distinction between micro and macro in theory and analytics.
  • Demonstrate a depth of knowledge of at least two core areas of sociology, such as race, class, gender, etc.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking that allows movement from analysis to application and evaluation.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of potential steps to reduce the effects of social inequality and positively impact society.

Social Work Major Core Competencies

  • Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior.
  • Engage diversity and difference in practice.
  • Advance human rights and social, economic, and    environmental justice.
  • Engage in practice-informed research and research-informed practice.
  • Engage in policy practice.
  • Engage with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. 
  • Assess individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities.
  • Intervene with individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities.
  • Evaluate practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities.