About Sociology
Lakeland's sociology program explores the various ways that human beings live and work together in groups. Whether looking at families or mobs, governments or religions, the student of sociology examines the social and structural factors that influence human behavior and group dynamics.
The sociology major and minor familiarize students with the dynamic operations of social systems. They introduce students to a unique way of thinking about and researching human behavior, by examining the underlying social roots of thought and action. The study of sociology promotes a student's ability and desire to think critically about the problems, benefits, and values of social systems. While opening one's mind to new ideas and new ways to see the world, these thinking and research skills also open doors to careers in law, public policy administration, human development, criminal justice, marketing, business, and journalism. More information about career paths that graduates may pursue with a Bachelors degree in sociology can be found in this research brief by the American Sociological Association.
Students who major in Sociology will be able to:
- use the central concepts of the discipline to understand the structures, functions, and institutions of human societies;
- conduct social research appropriate to the field of sociology, including statistical evaluation of the findings from quantitative measures;
- analyze social theories relevant to the practice of sociology and apply those theories critically and reflectively to our contemporary world; and
- make ethically sound social decisions based on a full understanding of the dynamics of and influences upon various groups.
Sociology Faculty
To learn more about Lakeland's Sociology faculty, follow the link associated with their name.
Don Francis
Dr. Don Francis, Professor of Sociology and Nonprofit Organization Management, joined the faculty in 1992. He directs and teaches in the college's Nonprofit Organization Management program. His...Read more about Don Francis
Alan Mock
Dr. Alan Mock, Social Sciences Division Chair and Associate Professor of Sociology began at Lakeland in 1993. His research deals with the social factors surrounding religion. Mock is also a...Read more about Alan Mock
Christopher Moore
Dr. Christopher D. Moore, Assistant Professor of Sociology, joined Lakeland's faculty in 2006. His research and teaching focus is at the juncture between sociology and psychology - specifically,...Read more about Christopher Moore
Affiliated Faculty
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Katie Culotta
Dr. Katie Culotta, Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, began at Lakeland in 2008. She earned her Ph.D. in Criminology and Criminal Justice from the University of Maryland. Students may be...Read more about Katie Culotta
Hilary Estes
Ms. Hilary Estes, Instructor of Criminal Justice, began at Lakeland in 2006. She is currently completing a doctorate at Southern Illinois University.Read more about Hilary Estes
Alicia Helion
Dr. Alicia Helion, Assistant Professor of Psychology, joined the faculty in 2007. Her current research interests concern racial and ethnic disparities in healthcare. Helion's efforts in this...Read more about Alicia Helion
Elizabeth Stroot
Dr. Elizabeth Stroot, Associate Professor of Psychology, holds a doctorate from the University of Delaware. She has been with the college since 1999.Read more about Elizabeth Stroot
