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IUPUI
Department of Sociology
425 University Blvd.
Cavanaugh Hall 303
Indianapolis, IN 46202
PH: (317) 274-8981
Fax: (317) 278-3654
What is Sociology?
Human beings are social animals. They live in groups and do most things with other people. Much of what we think, say, and do is influenced by what others expect of us and by how others treat us. Sociologists study the patterns of interaction between people in all sorts of settings: at work, at play, at home, etc. They try to clarify what is going on, what lies behind it, what is likely to come from it, and what might be done differently. Their theories and research findings can provide insights into processes and events that affect us in our everyday lives. Perhaps you have wondered why some families get along fine while others seem mired in problems, why some people get involved in criminal careers while others resist temptations, why some companies are much more productive than others, why some government programs succeed while others backfire. These are the kinds of issues sociologists look into in systematic ways.
Click here to learn about some famous sociologists:
Dead Sociologists Society
Why Study Sociology?
The Sociology Department offers a wide variety of exciting courses so that students can tailor their course work to fit their educational and career goals. Students have opportunities to study important social problems such as crime, poverty, race relations, and political change. Students also learn how social institutions like the family, sexuality, religion, and medicine shape people's behavior and life experiences. In addition to a major and minor in sociology, there is a special minor in medical sociology. The sociology internship program also offers students special opportunities to get practical work experience and develop analytical and research skills in "real world" settings.
"The fascination of Sociology lies in the fact that its perspective makes us see in a new light the very world in which we have lived all our lives."
Peter Berger
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What does it take to major in sociology?
Requirements for Major: 30 credit hours of sociology course work (12 of which must be completed at IUPUI),
with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
R100 – Introduction to Sociology (3 Cr.)
R351 – Social Science Research Methods (3 Cr.)
R359 – Introduction to Sociological Statistics (3 Cr.)
Theory course selected from one of the following:
● R355– Social Theory(3 Cr.) ● R356–Foundations of Social Theory(3 Cr.)
● R357–Contemporary Sociological Theory(3 Cr.)
Capstone course selected from one of the following:
● R494 Internship Program ● R497 Individual Readings ● R498 Capstone Seminar
AND
15 additional credit hours of other Sociology courses
Faculty Advisors for Sociology Majors:
Primary - Patricia Wittberg, CA 303G, 274-4478, email: pwittber@iupui.edu
Alternate – Robert Aponte, Chair, CA 301A, 274-2536, email: raponte@iupui.edu
What does it take to minor in sociology?
THE SOCIOLOGY MINOR
Requirements for Minor: 15 credit hours of sociology course work (6 of which must be completed at IUPUI),
with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
R100 – Introduction to Sociology (3 Cr.)
AND
12 additional credit hours* of Sociology courses
*6 of those hours at the 200-400 level
Faculty Advisors for Sociology Minors:
Primary – Patricia Wittberg, CA 303G, 274-4478, email: pwittber@iupui.edu
Alternate- Robert Aponte, Chair, CA 301A, 274-2536, email: raponte@iupui.edu
How do I declare my Minor in Sociology?
The procedure is quite simple. Complete the application form (print off the form here) or stop by the Sociology Department office (Cavanaugh 303) and request an application form for a minor in sociology. Then fill it out and return it to the sociology office. We will check to make sure that all is in order and then notify the SLA office to add the minor to your transcript. You will receive an e-mail when this has been done. The one thing to remember is to be sure that you do this BEFORE you graduate.
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What does it take to minor in medical sociology?
THE SOCIOLOGY MEDICAL MINOR
Requirements for Medical Minor: 15 credit hours of sociology course work (6 of which must be completed at IUPUI),
with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
R100 - Introduction to Sociology (3 Cr.)
And ONE of the Following:
R381 – Social Factors in Health and Illness (3 Cr.)
R382 – Social Organizations of Health Care (3 Cr.)
AND
9 additional credit hours**
**Additional courses for the medical minor must be selected from the following (or a course approved by Medical Minor Advisor):
●R285 AIDS and Society ●R320 Sexuality and Society ●R321 Women and Health
●R327 Sociology of Death & Dying ●R415 Sociology of Disability ●R485 Sociology of Mental Illness
Faculty Advisor for Medical Minors: - William Gronfein, CA 303D, 274-3669, e-mail: iyjf100@iupui.edu
How do I declare my Minor in Medical Sociology?
The procedure is quite simple. Complete the application form (print off the form here) or stop by the Sociology Department office (Cavanaugh 303) and request an application form for a medical minor in sociology. Then fill it out and return it to the sociology office. We will check to make sure that all is in order and then notify the SLA office to add the medical minor to your transcript. You will receive an e-mail when this has been done. The one thing to remember is to be sure that you do this BEFORE you graduate.