Experience the excitement of studying Sociology at Wingate University. Explore the dynamics of group interaction, investigate the causes of social problems and develop strategies for analyzing societal processes and institutions. Prepare for a rewarding career in policy analysis, multicultural programming,
human services or family support programs. Develop your sociological
imagination through elective courses, minors or a major in sociology.

The Department of Sociology at Wingate University offers personal mentorship to students at all levels throughout the curriculum. The department offers a comprehensive major, preparing students for either an immediate career following graduation or for further graduate study. Also, students can opt to minor in either sociology or family studies. And, of course, many students choose sociology courses as vital, interesting and challenging electives.

Class sizes in sociology courses are small enough for intentional, caring mentorship of each student by the faculty. The sociology faculty also employ experienced students as in-class assistants in several of their classes, who serve as peer mentors and tutors, providing additional help to students individually or in small groups as needed, both in class and outside of class.

Not only relying on lectures to impart course materials, the professors engage students in participative, collaborative and experimental learning activities. Students learn the craft of participant and non-participant observation, survey research and experimental design. Students may also engage in summer research with a sociology professor through the university's duPont research program.

Global awareness is an integral component of all sociology courses. In addition, sociology majors are encouraged to participate in the university's W'International travel program.

CONTACT:
Dr. Sue Pauley
Associate Professor and Department Chair
supaul@wingate.edu
704-233-8067