Sociology

Sociology is the study of social relations, associations, and institutions in human societies. It seeks to develop reliable understanding about the nature of social organization.

Rooted in the tradition of C. Wright Mills, the study of sociology at Whittier College provides graduates with a solid liberal arts background for a broad variety of careers. Our graduates are employed in fields such as professional sociology, urban planning, union organizing, community development, non-profit organizations, health services, education and teaching, juvenile and criminal justice systems, social work, social research and data analysis, public administration, law, politics, racial and minority relations, business, and local, state and federal government.

We invite you to learn more about us.

Contact
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY
Platner Hall, First Floor
562.907.4290
562.464.4517 (fax)

Department News

Monday, Apr 15
URSCA Highlights Whittier Undergraduate Research

More than 70 Whittier College students participated in the 3rd Annual Undergraduate Research, Scholarship and Creative Arts (URSCA) Presentation Day. This year presenters represented more than a... More

Monday, Apr 15
2013 Honors Convocation Recognizes Outstanding Poets

Dozens of Whittier College students were bestowed with various honors from departments and college heads for their dedication to academics and service at the 2013 Spring Honors Convocation. Of... More

Friday, Apr 12
2013 Commencement Speaker Announced

Award-winning journalist Sonia Nazario will give the keynote address at Whittier College's 110th Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 17, 9 a.m. in Memorial Stadium on the Whittier College... More

Department Events

Sunday, September 1, 2013 - 08:00
2013 New Student Orientation

Orientation is a comprehensive multiple-day program that assists new students in making successful transitions, academically and socially, into the Whittier College community. Click... More