Geneva College

 

 

Sociology Major

Click here to visit the Geneva College history, political science and sociology Web page.The sociology major introduces students to the dynamic, multifaceted, and complex world of people. Geneva College’s program is designed to equip students to understand social theory particularly as it connects to the everyday social life of communities. Each portion of the sociology program is connected to a “real world” experience. As with all of Geneva’s programs, special attention is given to the unique contribution Christians can make in the social realm as loving service to Christ.

Why choose sociology at Geneva College?

  • Choose to specialize in Community Reconciliation and Renewal, American Culture Studies or Criminal Justice.
  • Focus on service-learning
  • Emphasis on urban and rural development and excellent internships in both areas
  • Take a course on criminology alongside inmates at the Beaver County Jail.
  • Experience City House, a unique living-learning community in downtown Beaver Falls.
  • Numerous opportunities for hands-on experience in Pittsburgh and Beaver Falls communities.

Some classes you might take

  • Social Change
  • Seeking Reconciliation: Gender, Class and Race
  • Work, Vocation and Leadership
  • Criminology

What can you do with a sociology degree?

As liberal arts majors, sociology students don't prepare for a particular occupation but are equipped for a variety of fields. Here are a few examples of what recent grads are doing:

  • Drug rehabilitation counseling
  • Teaching Spanish and leading cross cultural trips
  • Alternative education for teens not permitted in their public school
  • Ph.D. studies in racial reconciliation
  • Campus residence hall director
  • Working with Young Life teen mothers

 

Point of Excellence

Geneva offers an Adult Degree Completion Program (ADCP) to finish a degree in Human Resources, Human Services, Christian Ministry Leadership or Organizational Development.

 
Upcoming Events
Jun03
MBA Information Session
Northwood Hall, room 117 on the Geneva College campus 5:00 p.m.

ARTS & CULTURE
2013 Mancini winners
“Henries” recipients have been announced, and two performers have been selected for a trip to the national awards in NYC.
COMMUNITY
Geneva Across America is underway
Cyclists representing Geneva College and raising funds for a new scholarship begin their transcontinental journey.
ACADEMICS
History students digitize the 1920s at Geneva
An online digital history archive has been created through a semester-long class project.
PUBLICATIONS
May issue of @Geneva
Read about a gesture of love and support displayed by communication disorders students.
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
MBA program to hold information sessions
Attend a session in June, August or October to learn more about the program and the new concentrations in finance, marketing or operations.