Sociology Students

We realize that university and departmental cultures are not always obvious. Below are some general points about Sociology departmental culture. Follow the links on the side bar for program advice and other useful information. For more on how to succeed in the Sociology Program see the Sociology Survival Handbook.

Please come to see us about your program. We can check your credits, your course rotation and what you need to graduate. If you are having trouble with a specific course, please speak to the professor. Don’t be shy – we are nice people, and we want to help you succeed!

We spend a lot of time thinking about how we teach. Since we are university teachers, we expect students to take responsibility for their learning. We know that students learn in different ways and we organize our classes to allow for this. You might also find it helpful to take a learning styles test to find out more about your own learning style. Generally, you can expect a lot of writing and group work in our classes.