Dr. Shani Wilfred, Interim Head of Department
Suite 1004, Nevins Hall

The Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice offers programs that lead to either the Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in sociology and anthropology or the Bachelor of Science degree with a major in criminal justice. The Applied and Clinical Sociology Program is accredited by the Commission on Applied and Clinical Sociology. Minors are offered in sociology, anthropology, and Native American Studies. The department also offers, at the graduate level, the Master of Science degree with a major in sociology and the Master of Science degree with a major in criminal justice.

The mission of the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice includes 1) helping students gain an understanding of the structures and processes through which individuals participate in society, 2) supporting students in developing an understanding of human behavior, 3) preparing students for a wide range of careers in sociology, anthropology, human resources, human services, and criminal justice systems, and 4) working with students who wish to pursue graduate work in the social sciences. The department seeks to fulfill its mission by offering courses both for students majoring or minoring in its programs as well as by supporting the core curriculum of the University and students from other programs who need courses from the department. In addition, the department seeks to emphasize the importance of critical thinking skills, an appreciation of diverse cultural perspectives and lifestyles, and the application of knowledge to the development of policy and the solution of social problems.