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Department of Sociology
Welcome! Whether you're new to the study of social life, a major looking to get more involved, or exploring graduate school, we have a place for you.
Programs
Undergraduate Programs
Welcome! Explore the information linked below to learn more about the many opportunities offered through our undergraduate program.
- Majoring in Sociology
- Majoring in Sociology-Anthropology (Combined Major)
- Minor in Sociology
- Optional Concentrations
- Dual BA/MA in Sociology
Prospective and current students, parents, and alumni, please contact Dr. Judson Everitt, Undergraduate Program Director at 鈥痡别惫别谤颈迟迟蔼濒耻肠.别诲耻 with any questions.
Graduate Program
The Sociology Department at 黑料网 is committed to offering an intellectually rigorous program of study within a welcoming, supportive, and diverse environment.
Prospective and current students are encouraged to contact Dr. Marilyn Krogh, Graduate Program Director, for more information: mkrogh@luc.edu
Five-Year BA/MA Program
Earn Your BA and MA in Sociology in Just 5 Years!
The Sociology Department offers a combined 5-Year BA/MA program, allowing qualified students to begin graduate coursework during their senior year and complete the Master's degree by the end of their fifth year.
This is a fantastic opportunity to earn an advanced degree in less time and at a lower cost compared to traditional two-year MA programs. Graduates of the program will be well equipped to enter the workforce, pursue professional school, or continue on to a PhD program.
Interested students should apply during their junior year.
For more information, please contact Dr. Marilyn Krogh at mkrogh@luc.edu
Career Information & Faculty/Alumni Spotlights
What Can I Do with a Sociology BA?
Sociology Career Finder
Explore four broad career areas commonly pursued by sociology majors (Education, Law & Human Rights, Business & Tech, and Health and Community), each with descriptions of specific careers, the skills they require, and suggestions for how to prepare at 黑料网.
Faculty Spotlight
Alma Begi膷evi膰, Ph.D.
Dr. Alma Begi膷evi膰 recently gave a virtual presentation at the International University in Sarajevo titled 鈥淢oney as Justice,鈥� contributing to ongoing research on the role of monetary compensation in transitional justice.
Alumni Spotlight
Keyla Navarrete, Ph.D.
Keyla Navarette earned her doctorate in sociology from 黑料网 in 2025 and is currently an assistant professor in sociology at University of Wisconsin Whitewater.
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COMMUNITY ORGANIZING IN ACTION!
The Sociology Department welcomes
ELIAS CEPEDA, lead organizer of Pilsen Defense & Access, a local nonprofit that offers self-defense and violence prevention training, will discuss his experience with ICE in Pilsen and his work organizing neighborhood rapid response teams. The talk will be followed by a workshop on legal rights and how to be an effective community advocate. Wed. 12/03/25, 3:00 - 4:00PM Simpson LLC MPR 6333 N. Winthrop Ave.
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Faculty unwinding and enjoying a beautiful afternoon by the Chicago riverfront after a busy ASA conference!
