Sociology and Equity Studies Minor
Sociology is the scientific study of social interaction and society. The sociological perspective enables students to understand how broader social forces, including cultural norms, social inequalities, and social structure, shape human experience. Sociologists employ varied theoretical perspectives and research methods to understand, generalize, and predict behavior, interaction, and institutional organization. Specifically, sociologists examine social order, social conflict and inequalities, and the cultural assignment of meaning to objects, relationships, and events in everyday life. The discipline is committed to building relations of social justice and equity across social groups, social institutions, and societies around the world.
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African-American Studies Minor
The African-American Studies minor exposes students to an interdisciplinary curriculum focused on studying history, culture, government, politics, contemporary issues, and experiences affecting people of African descent in the United States and the Atlantic World. The minor offers students a broader perspective on issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion in 21st-century America. It enhances career readiness for students interested in a wide range of professional fields.
Applied Youth Development Minor
The Applied Youth Development minor aims to enhance students’ understanding of young people and the systems with which they are involved. The minor offers applied coursework from multiple disciplines, including Art, Criminology and Criminal Justice, Education, Human Services, Physical Activity and Wellness, Psychology, Recreation Leadership, Sociology, Special Education, and Sport Management.
Critical Thinking and Theory Minor
Students in the Critical Thinking and Theory minor will be challenged to master the basics of critical thinking and writing and then are given the option of pursuing one of two tracks focusing on either rhetoric, logic and critical thinking (the art of argument), or the social and cultural dimensions of knowledge construction and constitution.