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Sociology & Anthropology

In Sociology & Anthropology, we study groups; the variety of ways people behave in groups and how an individual’s attitude and actions are influenced by them. This study of human behavior provides a wide range of personal and marketable skills like critical thinking, statistical analysis and current research.

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The personal mentoring and experiential learning opportunities offered at CSB+SJU complement our sociology curriculum well! Sociology & Anthropology graduates are prepared to work in a wide variety of careers as well as entering graduate school. Recent graduates are working in education, sales, mental health, criminal justice and more.

Why Study Sociology & Anthropology at CSB & SJU?

  • Sociology and Anthropology prepare students for a wide range of careers in social work, criminology, law, public health, and business, and is great preparation for graduate school.
  • More than half our faculty members have directed an international study program. The department offers courses in world populations, race and ethnicity, urban studies and anthropology.
  • Experiential learning is valued. In addition to internships, interested students can participate in on-going faculty research or design and implement their own independent research project for credit.
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Program Overview

  • Includes courses such as criminology, anthropology, urban studies, social psychology, family and society, deviant behavior, and global health.
  • Has sponsored internships at the Office of the Saint Cloud Mayor, Camp Courage, Casa Guadalupe and Stearns County Community Corrections.
  • Includes collaborative efforts across many disciplines.
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