Department of Sociology
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY
Undergraduate Program
Bachelor of Science in Sociology (traditional)
Chair: Anthony I. Igiede
Professors: Ollie Christian, Riad Yehya Associate Professor: Julietta Raymond, Kristie Perry Professor Emerita: Alma Thornton Instructors: Anthony Lawrence, Mary Joseph Administrative Assistant: Elaine Scott
Department contact:
Dr. Anthony Igiede
Sociology Department
210 Rodney Higgins Hall
225-771-5097 or 225-771-3502 (Phone)
225-771-5675 (Fax)
OVERVIEW:
The Department of Sociology provides programs of study leading to the Bachelor of Science Degree in Sociology. The Department prepares students for employment in research and/or policy analysis positions in government, social service organizations, business and industry, and for graduate study in Sociology. Additionally, Sociology offers courses and programs to students in other instructional areas of the University and the larger community. The Department has a chapter of Alpha Delta International Sociology Honor Society and La Epsilon Chapter of Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in the Social Sciences. A student led Sociology Club is an integral part of majors’ experiences. Membership in the Sociology club provides students with a variety of experiences and activities that foster a broad understanding of the field of sociology and its applications in society.