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Degrees Offered

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology Academic Minor

About the Major

At Holy Names, the Sociology major and minor offer a wide variety of courses that are designed to expand students' understanding of complex social forces, issues, and trends within the United States and globally. Students learn to think objectively and analytically about many aspects of contemporary and past societies including current issues concerning race, ethnicity, gender, family, inequality, and globalism. Students learn how societies and groups function, how social forces influence individuals and groups, and how sociological skills can be applied to everyday life and work. This program offers strong expertise and training in qualitative research, which emphasizes practical experience and interactions with people in everyday settings. The goals of the HNU program are 1) to promote greater understanding of social dynamics and human relations in the United States and around the world; 2) to develop skills needed for sociological analysis and critical thinking about social issues and problems; 3) to foster appreciation of people with different values, beliefs, traditions, social experiences, and lifestyles; 4) to enhance skills of oral and written communication; and 5) to learn to apply sociological knowledge and skills in institutions, the community, advanced study, work, public service, and daily life. Many courses are interdisciplinary, linking sociology with history, psychology, business, political science, and linguistics. Career Options There are countless careers in which this degree would serve as strong preparation. Students who study any social science find themselves well prepared for jobs in numerous fields due to their understanding of individuals and society. Our graduates have pursued careers in business and human service agencies, with disabled children, minority youth, and the elderly. Other students graduating with a degree in Sociology have chosen to pursue advanced studies in law, social work, counseling, or hospital and public administration. Curriculum Preparation for the Major: PSCI 6 World Politics and Geography PSYC 1A Fundamentals of Psychology SOCI 1 Introduction to Sociology SOCI/PSYC 63 Statistical Methods Major Requirements:(27 upper-division units) SOCI 102(W) The Global Perspective SOCI/PSYC 108(W) Field Methods SOCI 165 Racial and Ethnic Issues SOCI 169 Power and Powerlessness International Affairs SOCI 166 (W) Comparative Political Systems PSCI 102 (W) Public Policy SOCI 160 The City: Power, Politics and Change Social Issues and Services SOCI 130 Contemporary Families SOCI 147 Gender Issues Race and Ethnic Relations choose one: SOCI 172 African American Communities and Experiences SOCI 174 Asian American Communities and Experiences SOCI 177 Latino/Hispanic Communities and Experiences Applied Sociology SOCI 196 Field Research and Internships (W)=Intensive writing class. Self-Designed Major A student wishing to have a general major in Sociology should take one course in each of the specialization areas (9 units) plus an internship. A student may also create his or her own specialization in the major in consultation with an advisor. Note: Students interested in the Race and Ethnic Relations area should consider a self-designed major in U.S. Cultures and Sociology. The Minor (21 units) Minor must include SOCI 1

Faculty

Charles Sarno, PhD Boston College Assistant Professor of Sociology 510-436-1256 sarno@hnu.edu Christine Nahuanani Patrinos, snjm, PhD University of Hawaii Assistant Professor of Political Science 510-436-1027 patrinos@hnu.edu Adjunct Faculty Martivón Galindo, PhD candidate University of California, Berkeley Assistant Professor of Spanish 510-436-1318 galindo@hnu.edu W. Scott Haine, PhD University of California, Berkeley Lecturer in European history 510-436-1543 haine@hnu.edu Maureen Hester, snjm, PhD St. Louis University Professor of Psychology 510-436-1069 hester@hnu.edu Martin Lampert, PhD University of Southern California Associate Professor of Psychology 510-436-1532 lampert@hnu.edu Graduate Quotes "Sociology studies many different aspects of society and people within society rather than focus on one specific perspective. This diversity is the reason that I chose Sociology as my major." - Eleanor Briones, 1999 "Sociology gives more perspectives and more ways for looking at human interactions than many disciplines. Sociology lends itself to interdisciplinary studies and I can apply it to all of the other disciplines." - Joyce Diamond, 1997

Admission Contact Information

Holy Names University Office of Admission 3500 Mountain Boulevard Oakland CA 94619

local telephone: 510.436.1351 toll-free: 1.800.430.1321 email: admissions@hnu.edu

Scheduled visits to classes and appointments with faculty are encouraged and can be arranged through the Admission Office.

For transfer students, reasonable consideration is given to equating previous coursework with Holy Names University requirements.