Sociology Major | University in Charlotte, NC | Wingate
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Sociology Major | University in Charlotte, NC | Wingate
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Sociology
About Sociology
The sociology major at Wingate is unique. You receive a well-rounded introduction to the social sciences with an in-depth focus on marriage and family. The sociology faculty also places a strong emphasis on research, and most students participate in at least one research project. After graduation, you are prepared to enter the job market or continue with an advanced degree in graduate school. To gain experience in the field, many students undertake a
professional internship
, typically in the summer between their junior and senior year. Course requirements for the sociology major include, in addition to required coursework:
A research project with a faculty member
Three marriage and family classes
Two research methods classes
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Apply
Major Requirements
Career Opportunities
Faculty
Sociology majors at Wingate earn either a BS or BA degree. Students may also minor in sociology.
A degree in sociology is the first step toward dozens of rewarding careers. Recent Wingate sociology graduates have found employment in law enforcement, elementary school teaching, as a customer service agent for an international airline and as an activities director at a senior living center. Several are counselors at treatment facilities. Many others have gone on to graduate school to pursue careers in academia or policy.
Susan Cruise
Adjunct, Psychology
Aaron Culley
Associate Professor of Sociology, Department Chair
James Fisher-Davis
Adjunct Faculty, Criminal Justice
Katherine Knop
Assistant Professor
Candy Sue Long
Administrative Assistant
Mitchell Mackinem
Associate Professor, Criminal Justice Department Chair
Sheryl Staton
Adjunct Professor, Criminal Justice
Lisa Washington
Adjunct Faculty, Sociology
Professors present at annual conference
Mackinem presents at criminal justice conference
Professors take part in writing retreat
Mackinem book includes chapters by WU peers
Ritter and Sporl present at Southern Sociological Society meeting
Mackinem co-authors book chapter
Mackinem article published
Questions?
Dr. Aaron Culley
(704)233-8059
aculley@wingate.edu
Skip To Main Content
Sociology
About Sociology
The sociology major at Wingate is unique. You receive a well-rounded introduction to the social sciences with an in-depth focus on marriage and family. The sociology faculty also places a strong emphasis on research, and most students participate in at least one research project. After graduation, you are prepared to enter the job market or continue with an advanced degree in graduate school. To gain experience in the field, many students undertake a
professional internship
, typically in the summer between their junior and senior year. Course requirements for the sociology major include, in addition to required coursework:
A research project with a faculty member
Three marriage and family classes
Two research methods classes
request information
Apply
Major Requirements
Career Opportunities
Faculty
Sociology majors at Wingate earn either a BS or BA degree. Students may also minor in sociology.
A degree in sociology is the first step toward dozens of rewarding careers. Recent Wingate sociology graduates have found employment in law enforcement, elementary school teaching, as a customer service agent for an international airline and as an activities director at a senior living center. Several are counselors at treatment facilities. Many others have gone on to graduate school to pursue careers in academia or policy.
Susan Cruise
Adjunct, Psychology
Aaron Culley
Associate Professor of Sociology, Department Chair
James Fisher-Davis
Adjunct Faculty, Criminal Justice
Katherine Knop
Assistant Professor
Candy Sue Long
Administrative Assistant
Mitchell Mackinem
Associate Professor, Criminal Justice Department Chair
Sheryl Staton
Adjunct Professor, Criminal Justice
Lisa Washington
Adjunct Faculty, Sociology
Professors present at annual conference
Mackinem presents at criminal justice conference
Professors take part in writing retreat
Mackinem book includes chapters by WU peers
Ritter and Sporl present at Southern Sociological Society meeting
Mackinem co-authors book chapter
Mackinem article published
Questions?
Dr. Aaron Culley
(704)233-8059
aculley@wingate.edu