Sociology

About the Department

A major in sociology provides the undergraduate with the opportunity to gain a distinct intellectual perspective and a method of inquiry. By continually testing conventional wisdom against evidence, the study of sociology encourages the development of critical judgment. By routinely considering the matrix of social and cultural facts, such study can lead students to an understanding of the conditions under which social facts emerge, and the consequences they have for individuals, groups, societies and social institutions. It can also help students better understand their own roles in the array of social institutions in which they are entwined.

Our courses provide a foundation for the student who desires to pursue advanced graduate studies in sociology leading to teaching positions. The department offers a wide range of specialties offering students flexibility in their choice of PhD programs. A major in sociology also helps to prepare students for many careers: social research, marketing, media, and other fields in the private sectors, as well as law, civil service and public policy, social work, the health professions, personnel work and other human-service areas.

Majors are encouraged to develop skills in observation, interviewing, and other data-collection techniques; data processing; statistical and content analysis; and trend analysis — all marketable skills in many career lines.

Programs and Courses

Programs and Courses in Sociology

Administration and Faculty

Department Office:

1622 West
(212) 772-5585/5244
fax: (212) 772-5645
Web site: http://maxweber.hunter.cuny.edu/socio

Chair:

Charles Green
1622 West
212 772-5635
E-mail:cgreen@hunter.cuny.edu

Advising Office:

1619 Hunter West
(212) 772-5576
Fax: (212) 772-5645

Graduate Advising:

1601 Hunter West
(212) 772-5580

Presocial Work:

1603 Hunter West
(212) 772-5583
E-mail: socadvis@hunter.cuny.edu

Faculty

Sociology Faculty

HEGIS Code: 2208