Sociology - Loras College

Sociology from Loras College is a Campus Bachelor Sociology degree that prepares you for a Human Services career. Sociology teaches students to view the social world from various sociological perspectives and to develop the ability to pose critical questions about the social world. The knowledge and skills gained in the program will enable students to be wise consumers of information. Throughout the program, we encouraged students to be civic-minded and to develop an appreciation for cultural diversity. Knowledge Students will acquire: knowledge of various assumptions about the nature of individuals, society and the relationship between the two an appreciation of multiple perspectives / "views of reality" an awareness of the power of institutions over people Skills Students who have completed the program will be able to: identify how social structure and culture affect individuals, groups and institutions design and execute a research project for an issue or question apply sociological knowledge and skills to address policy and decision-making communicate clearly in written and oral forms Service Learning Students are encouraged to seek service learning opportunities. Currently, students enrolled in the Social Problems course provide service at the following sites: St. Mark Community Center Hillcrest Family Services Dubuque Human Services Exploring Program Catch a Rising Star View more details on Loras College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Sociology courses.