Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of major requirements students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate an awareness of the scope and diversity of societal/cultural
   elements addressed by the field of sociology.
2. Use and apply sociological concepts and theoretical perspectives to make sense
   of their world.
3. Recognize and describe how institutional patterns and social structural forces
   shape many aspects of individual life.

Curriculum

• The program offers majors in sociology and criminal justice.
• The sociology major is designed to provide students with a well-rounded knowledge of the field.
• The program offers courses that deal with a variety of social interactions, values, beliefs, groups and social contexts.
• Students can earn a bachelor’s degree in sociology and complete a second major within four years. Common second majors include business administration, biology, psychology, communication and criminal justice.
• The program of study has an interdisciplinary liberal arts focus, emphasizing social science knowledge as well as basic communication and intellectual skills.
• Students participate in a capstone experience in which they conduct research in the context of a seminar coordinated by a faculty member.

Internships

• Carroll University’s location ensures numerous internship opportunities.
• Students have participated in internships in areas such as business and community agencies that address environmental, criminal justice, children’s and women’s issues.
• Local law enforcement
• Federal law enforcement
• Private attorney offices
• Public defender office
• County jails
• Probation and parole
• Rehabilitation facilities
• Community corrections