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• Networking with area professionals• Participate in community organizations like the

food pantry• Learn about internship opportunities• Leadership opportunities for those interested• Work with other student organizations like the

Psychology club• Opportunities both in Spearfish and Rapid City

CAREERS IN THIS FIELD

SOCIOLOGYB.S. IN SOCIOLOGY

SOCIOLOGY MINOR | SOCIOLOGY MINOR - TEACHING

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HUMAN SERVICES AND SOCIOLOGY ASSOCIATION (HSSA)

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opportunities in sociology

EST. 1883

LAURA COLMENERO-CHILBERG, P.H.D

Laura.Chilberg@BHSU.edu • 605.642.6365

BHSU.edu/Behavioral-Sciences/Sociology/Faculty

Understand the Social WorldSociology is the scientific study of our social world. The basic challenge in sociology is to understand others and ourselves more fully. Sociology asks us to probe beneath the surface and to question why people behave as they do, especially in group situations. Using the sociological perspective we question the taken-for-granted, ask why our society operates as it does, and question how our social arrangements could be different.

Prepare for Your Future A degree in sociology at Black Hills State University will prepare you for the ever-changing demands of our contemporary workplaces.

Learn from the Best The sociology professors at BHSU bring a wealth of experience to their classrooms to make your education a real hands-on learning experience. With expertise in the areas of sociological theory, inequality, criminal and deviant behavior, social organizations, gender, and gerontology, the faculty at BHSU help you prepare for employment in business and industry, community social services, social policy, advocacy, communications, services for the aging, government service, education, the justice system, and research.

Enjoy the ExperienceLearn to interpret group behaviors, to engage different social groups, and to respond to social problems. Gain real-world experience with an internship and take part in cutting-edge research projects. BHSU Spearfish advisor - Dr. Trenton Ellis

BHSU Rapid City - Dr. Lesleigh Owen

International TravelOur majors have been supportive of international travel to both Botswana and the Philippines, and we have plans to take students to London to investigate the topic of social stratification.

Internships

As one of our Sociology majors, you will recognize the importance of real life experience, and regularly investigate and participate in local region internships. Other BHSU Sociology graduates who have taken an internship have a 100% job placement rate!

Human Services and Sociology AssociationThe Human Services Sociology Association (HSSA) is a student organization made up of student members who are majoring in or are interested in the Human Services or Sociology Field. “Our mission is to provide opportunities for personal and professional development through networking, training programs, exploration, education, and service projects.”Beyond the Degree is new program designed to provide career exploration in the Behavioral Sciences Field. Guest speakers provide insight about specific careers within the field of Criminal Justice, Child Protection, Human Services, and more. HSSA offers a variety of certified trainings in the realm of future career requirements. Mental Health First Aid, CPR and First Aid, and Adverse Childhood Experiences are some of the few that have been offered. Each training equips participants with proper procedures when interacting with clients in distress.

Get Involved

Service Learning Trip to Botswana

Unique experiences & classes

Serv ice Learning Tr ip C lass in Botswana

New Focus on Criminology Sociology is making Criminology a major focus of our major. Criminology is now one of the areas of specialization for our Sociology majors. Future classes under consideration include Human Rights, Child Abuse and Neglect, and Domestic Violence.

VICTIMOLOGY• Child Abuse & Neglect• Rural America

THE SOCIOLOGY OF MURDER• MAGIC, MYTH & RITUAL THE BODY • SOCIOLOGY OF SEXUALITY

Cutting Edge New Courses

Year - Round Core Classes Sociology offers a full slate of required courses in the fall, spring, and summer.

Core Classes

Numerous Online Opportunities It is possible to complete a Sociology major online if a student takes advantage of summer classes.

Full Major Offered in Rapid City It is possible to complete a Sociology major online if a student takes advantage of summer classes.

• SOC 307 Research Methods I• SOC 308 Research Methods II• SOC 330 Self and Society• SOC 350 Race and Ethnic Relations• SOC 402 Social Deviance• SOC 403 Sociological Theory• SOC 423 Social Stratification