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Health and Humanities Minor

The minor is designed to complement coursework in health-related fields,
such as pre-med, medical laboratory science, social work, exercise science, public health,
and psychology programs. This training will support students’ applications to professional
degrees and employment and, most importantly, enhance their performance as
practitioners in health-related field

Anthropology Minor

The Anthropology minor can be completed online or on-ground. It is an excellent option for students in any major who want to explore cultural diversity and develop skills in communication across cultures. Whatever your intended career, an anthropology minor can help you learn to understand issues in cultural context, from law, business, or health fields to teaching, history, social work and more.

Sociology/Anthropology, BA

The Sociology/Anthropology (SOA) major equips students with the distinctive skill sets of anthropology and sociology. Graduates achieve a broader understanding of the diversity of human experiences and social/structural dynamics in a variety of contexts (local, national, and global), gaining the skills needed to:

Sociology Minor

Unlock the World of Society: A Sociology Minor with Impact

Delve into the complexities of human behavior, social structures and the forces shaping our world with our Sociology minor. Explore the fascinating realm of sociology and gain insights into the dynamics of societies and cultures.

Delve into the complexities of human behavior, social structures and the forces shaping our world with our Sociology minor. Explore the fascinating realm of sociology and gain insights into the dynamics of societies and cultures.

The State of Black Springfield - April 6, 2024

Black Polity, Housing, Religion, Community

Register now to participate in the first annual State of Black Springfield conference, to be held at UIS on April 6, 2024. Initiated by SOA faculty member Dr.

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By Grace Nance, Spring 2023 LLE SOA Research & Outreach Intern 

The UIS Sociology/Anthropology Department is delighted to welcome Dr. Maria Dueñas as a new Assistant Professor of Sociology beginning August 2023!

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Honors Track

Would you like to integrate more individual research projects into your educational experience?

The SOA Honors Track provides students an opportunity to pursue their interests, strengthen their skills, and enhance their resumés by incorporating independent projects into courses they are already taking, as well as 2-4 credit hours of SOA 491 ECCE: Undergraduate Research.